Adam Benwarwar stops Kongklai in thrilling main event at ONE Friday Fights 162
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:23 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Adam Benwarwar defeated Kongklai Sor Sommai by TKO in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 162 on July 17 in Bangkok. The fight included multiple knockdowns, with Benwarwar initially sent to the canvas in the first round. After recovering, he delivered a powerful right cross and followed with a left hook that led to the referee stopping the bout in the second round. This victory improves Benwarwar’s professional record to 25-7 and occurs shortly after he learned of his grandfather's passing.
- •Event took place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
- •Benwarwar was knocked down twice before rallying.
- •Referee stopped the fight at 2:44 of the second round.
- •Benwarwar faced emotional challenges after his grandfather's death.
- 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — ONE Friday Fights 162 Main Event Result: Adam Benwarwar Survives Two Knockdowns To Stop Kongklai In Instant Classic
"The Moroccan battled back en route to a highlight-reel win in Bangkok on July 17.
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