At 38 years old, most fighters are hanging up their gloves, but not Nong-O Hama. The former ONE Championship bantamweight Muay Thai king is defying the odds, dropping weight, and stepping into uncharted territory. On February 7, at ONE Fight Night 28, Nong-O will make his flyweight debut against the #4-ranked Kongthoranee Sor Sommai in a fight that could redefine his legendary career.
This isn’t just another fight—it’s a statement. Nong-O is crashing the flyweight division with one goal: to prove he’s still one of the most dangerous strikers on the planet. And he’s not just here to compete—he’s here to dominate.
“I’ve been preparing for this fight for about three months. I knew I had to lose weight, so I controlled my diet and trained hard to ensure my body could perform at this weight,” Nong-O revealed. “There shouldn’t be any problems with my physical condition or stamina. I’ll definitely go all-out because I’ve been preparing for this for a long time.”
Dropping to flyweight has breathed new life into the Thai icon. Nong-O claims he’s in the best shape of his career, faster, fitter, and more agile than ever. But don’t let the weight cut fool you—he’s still packing his signature knockout power.
“Coming down to this division, the power will be even more. I may not have much of an advantage, but I’ve fought bigger guys before. That’s my edge,” Nong-O said confidently.
His opponent, Kongthoranee, is no slouch. Riding a two-fight win streak, the young contender is hungry to make a name for himself by taking down a legend. But Nong-O isn’t fazed.
“His strengths are his speed, youth, and timing. He’s confident, but I won’t be careless,” Nong-O warned. “I’ve fought bigger, stronger opponents at bantamweight. I have more experience in ONE than him, and that’s my advantage.”
With his career winding down, Nong-O knows this is his chance to make history. A win over Kongthoranee could catapult him into the flyweight rankings and put him one step closer to another World Title shot.
“It’s good that ONE sent a ranked fighter to fight me. It gives me a chance to get closer to the World Title shot. If I win against Kongthoranee, I should be able to enter the rankings,” Nong-O said.
ONE Fight Night 28 isn’t just a fight card—it’s a must-watch event. Nong-O’s flyweight debut is a high-stakes gamble that could either cement his legacy or shake up the division. Will the Muay Thai legend prove he’s still a force to be reckoned with? Or will Kongthoranee steal the spotlight?
Don’t miss this epic showdown live and free on Prime Video at 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST on Friday, February 7. Trust us, you won’t want to blink.