Prajanchai Promises Quick Finish to Erase All Doubt in Di Bella Unification Bout
Prajanchai PK Saenchai refuses to leave anything to judges’ interpretation in his ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Title unification rematch against Jonathan Di Bella, targeting an emphatic finish that eliminates every question about division supremacy.
The two-sport ONE World Champion faces interim king Di Bella at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, inside Bangkok’s legendary Lumpinee Stadium, carrying the lessons learned from their controversial first encounter.
Their June 2024 collision saw Prajanchai systematically dismantle his rival over five rounds to claim vacant gold, but the closely contested result left wiggle room for interpretation that continues haunting the 30-year-old veteran.
Extensive film study has revealed critical weaknesses in Di Bella’s approach that Prajanchai plans to exploit for more decisive conclusion. The 400-fight veteran identified the Canadian-Italian’s fatal flaw through meticulous preparation.
“When I watched the tapes from our last fight and talked to my head coach, he said it was better for me to walk forward,” Prajanchai explained. “When he backs up, his offense isn’t effective. He doesn’t know how to fight while moving backward.”
The Thai dismissed Di Bella’s volume striking as ineffective activity without meaningful impact. His analysis reduced the interim champion’s arsenal to predictable patterns that create exploitable openings.
“I don’t think he has much to offer besides his speed. His combination is just a one-two followed by a low kick or a one-two to the body blow,” he said.
Prajanchai enters this unification bout carrying a six-fight winning streak, including his devastating fourth-round TKO of Ellis Badr Barboza that served as stern warning to Di Bella about his finishing ability.
The Bangkok native’s mission extends beyond simple victory into a definitive statement about Thai superiority in striking. His confidence has reached levels where five-round limits feel restrictive rather than challenging.
“My goal is simple. I want to keep this belt in Thailand for a long time. I want to end this fight quickly, either you or me,” he declared. “My body feels like it can fight for 12 or 15 rounds right now. Five rounds are not enough.”
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