Payakrut edges Mezentsev in split decision at ONE Friday Fights 173
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Payakrut Suajantokmuaythai earned a split decision victory over Andrii Mezentsev in the co-main event of ONE Friday Fights 173 on October 2 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok. The fight showcased an early knockdown by Payakrut, who withstood a late surge from Mezentsev in the third round. With a record now at 33-12, Payakrut snapped a two-fight losing streak, while Mezentsev demonstrated resilience despite the loss. The event featured several other matchups, with notable finishes throughout the card.
- •Payakrut scores an early knockdown against Mezentsev.
- •The fight concludes with a split decision in Bangkok.
- •Mezentsev makes a strong comeback attempt in the final round.
- •This win improves Payakrut's record to 33-12.
- •The event features multiple notable Muay Thai and MMA bouts.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — ONE Friday Fights 173 Co-Main Event Result: Payakrut Foils Mezentsev’s Late Surge To Claim Split Decision Win
"The young Thai's early knockdown and grit saw him come out on top in this three-round war in Bangkok.
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