‘The Most Dangerous Guys In The World’ – Kiamran Nabati Sizes Up The Stacked ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai Division
Kiamran Nabati analyzes the stacked ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai division, highlighting upcoming title fights and contenders like Rambolek Chor Ajalaboon and Yod-IQ Or Pimolsri, while awaiting his next bout.
Kiamran Nabati, representing Archangel Michel, was set to face Nontachai Jitmuangnon at ONE Fight Night 46 on August 14 but saw the bout canceled after his opponent withdrew due to illness. The Dagestani fighter, with a 22-1 professional record including four ONE victories, remains focused on the division’s elite tier, currently led by ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Rambolek Chor Ajalaboon. Nabati’s next opportunity hinges on a strong performance, as he seeks to secure a title shot amid fierce competition.
Nabati believes the upcoming World Title fight between Rambolek and Yod-IQ Or Pimolsri could produce a new champion, citing the division’s depth of dangerous contenders. He also questions the outcome of Suakim Pongsuphan PK’s victory over former titleholder Nabil Anane in a World Title eliminator, suggesting the judges’ decision may have been incorrect despite Anane’s control after a knockdown. Nabati’s own split-decision loss to Yod-IQ in May remains unresolved, fueling his determination to reclaim momentum with a knockout win in his next outing.
The Russian fighter views the division’s stacked talent pool as both a challenge and an opportunity, emphasizing the need for a standout performance to earn a title shot. Nabati’s rivalry with fellow Russian Abdulla “Smash Boy” Dayakaev, who recently defeated Superlek, underscores the camaraderie among athletes despite competitive pressures. Nabati expressed pride in Dayakaev’s success, though their shared success does not deter his own ambitions for the championship.
Nabati has identified Nabil Anane as a potential future opponent, citing Anane’s height and reach as key factors in their potential matchup. He notes Anane’s vulnerability to clean strikes, referencing a knockdown in Anane’s last fight, while acknowledging Anane’s overall skill. Nabati’s strategic focus remains on securing a title fight, with the division’s competitive landscape demanding peak performances to rise to the top.