Xavier Gonzalez scores knockout against Chatanan at ONE Friday Fights 159
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Xavier Gonzalez achieved a knockout victory against Chatanan Sor Jor Joyprajin during the main event of ONE Friday Fights 159 in Bangkok on June 19. Gonzalez, aggressive from the start, utilized his left hook effectively while Chatanan countered with low kicks. In the second round, Gonzalez landed a decisive right hand that dropped Chatanan, leading to a stoppage after repeatedly targeting him with powerful hooks. This victory marks Gonzalez's second finish in a month, bringing his career total to 27 wins and moving him closer to a potential US$100,000 main roster contract.
- •Gonzalez defeated Chatanan at Lumpinee Stadium, Bangkok.
- •The fight concluded at 1:37 of round two.
- •Gonzalez lands significant punches leading to a knockout.
- •This marks Gonzalez's second finish in weeks.
- •Gonzalez approaches a potential US$100,000 contract.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — ONE Friday Fights 159 Main Event Result: Xavier Gonzalez Hunts Down Chatanan For Stoppage Win
"The Spanish firecracker scored his second finish in a matter of weeks on June 19 in Bangkok.
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