ONE Fight Night 26 lit up U.S. primetime on Friday, December 6, delivering a rollercoaster of action straight from Bangkok. From dramatic knockouts to grappling masterclasses, the event was a thrilling showcase of martial arts mastery. Here's the breakdown of the night that had fans on the edge of their seats:

Main Event Controversy: Lee vs. Rasulov Ends Abruptly

What was shaping up to be an electrifying showdown between Christian Lee and Alibeg Rasulov took an unexpected turn. An inadvertent eye poke from Lee during an exchange forced a halt to the bout. Despite an injury timeout, Rasulov couldn’t regain proper vision, and the match was ruled a no-contest. The anticlimactic end left fans eagerly anticipating a rematch.

Elias Mahmoudi’s Last-Second KO Masterpiece

Elias Mahmoudi and Denis Puric brought the fireworks in their clash, but it was Mahmoudi who delivered the grand finale. With just two seconds left in the final round, Mahmoudi unleashed a relentless barrage of strikes, punctuated by devastating knees to the body. Puric couldn’t meet the count, and Mahmoudi claimed a jaw-dropping knockout victory.

Cole Abate’s Stunning Debut Against a Legend

American grappling phenom Cole Abate made a sensational first impression by submitting Japanese icon Shinya Aoki. Utilizing his impeccable guard, Abate locked in a belly-down inside heel hook, forcing Aoki to tap at 2:25 of the first round. It was a statement win that announced Abate as a force to watch in the division.

Dante Leon Dominates in Submission Showcase

Canadian grappling ace Dante Leon wasted no time in dismantling Bruno Pucci. Swiftly taking Pucci’s back, Leon worked methodically before transitioning into a triangle armbar to secure a quick submission victory at 2:01 of the first round. Leon’s precision and dominance were nothing short of spectacular.

Thongpoon’s Knockdown Clinic Over Danial Williams

The opener set the tone for the night as Thongpoon PK Saenchai overcame a strong first round from Danial Williams. The Thai fighter turned the tide in round two, dragging Williams into a firefight and scoring three knockdowns to claim a commanding TKO victory. Thongpoon’s relentless aggression was a sight to behold.

Full Results You Need to Know

• Christian Lee vs. Alibeg Rasulov: No contest (eye poke)

• Kongthoranee Sor Sommai def. Nakrob Fairtex: Unanimous decision

• Mayssa Bastos def. Danielle Kelly: Unanimous decision

• Reece McLaren def. Jarred Brooks: Split decision

• Elias Mahmoudi def. Denis Puric: KO at 2:58 of the third round

• Yuya Wakamatsu def. Gilbert Nakatani: Unanimous decision

• Shamil Gasanov def. Halil Amir: Unanimous decision

• Cole Abate def. Shinya Aoki: Submission (heel hook) at 2:25 of the first round

• Jonathan Di Bella def. Rui Botelho: Unanimous decision

• Dante Leon def. Bruno Pucci: Submission (triangle armbar) at 2:01 of the first round

• Thongpoon PK Saenchai def. Danial Williams: TKO at 1:10 of the second round

Missed the live show? Don’t worry! You can catch every explosive moment on demand, exclusively on Prime Video. From shocking finishes to unforgettable debuts, ONE Fight Night 26 delivered a night of martial arts you’ll want to watch again and again.

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