Dayakaev defeats Superlek by second-round TKO in Muay Thai rematch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Abdulla Dayakaev secured a second victory over Superlek in their rematch at The Inner Circle 25 in Bangkok on August 7. The bout ended just 39 seconds into the second round when Superlek's leg buckled, resulting in a TKO. Dayakaev expressed disappointment over the abrupt conclusion, reflecting on the fight's potential and wishing Superlek a speedy recovery. Following the fight, Dayakaev aims for a title shot against the winner of the upcoming championship match between Rambolek and Yod-IQ on September 11.
- •The rematch took place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
- •Superlek was unable to continue after suffering a leg injury.
- •Dayakaev improved his record to 17-3 with consecutive wins over Superlek.
- •Dayakaev expressed a desire to avoid a trilogy fight with Superlek.
- •Dayakaev is targeting the winner of Rambolek vs. Yod-IQ for a title shot.
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Don’t Want To Finish Like This’ – Abdulla Dayakaev Reflects On Rematch, Wishes Superlek Speedy Recovery
"After a bittersweet ending to the rematch, the 24-year-old Russian reveals what he wants next.
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