What style is Superlek Kiatmuu9?

Superlek ‘The Kicking Machine’ Kiatmuu9 is a Muay Thai fighter and a martial artist from Thailand. He competes in ONE Championship, where he is the reigning ONE Kickboxing Flyweight World Champion. Superlek holds the second position in both the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai and ONE Flyweight Kickboxing rankings. In December 2020, The Nation recognized him as the third-best pound-for-pound fighter globally.

Superlek made his first walk to the ONE Championship ring on February 16, 2019, facing Lao Chetra at ONE Championship: Clash of Legends. He showcased dominance in the bout by employing a relentless output of right kicks, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory.

He is now gearing up to square off against Takeru Segawa at ONE 165 on 28th January 2024.

Superlek Kiatmuu9 Fighting Style

Superlek ‘The Kicking Machine’ Kiatmuu9 utilizes the Muay Thai fighting style. Superlek is known for his Muay Thai mastery, precision, strength, and tactical insight in the ring. He has won many fights with his signature move, a counter left hook followed by a right leg swing like an axe straight into his opponent’s midsection.

His arsenal also includes effective clinch work and strong kicks, contributing to his success in the ONE Championship promotion, particularly in the Flyweight Muay Thai and Kickboxing divisions.

Superlek Kiatmuu9 Championship Reign

In January 2022, Superlek was initially set for a rematch with Ilias Ennahachi, but Ennahachi withdrew, leading Superlek to defeat Daniel Puertas for the vacant title, winning via unanimous decision to become the ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion.

In March 2023, he was scheduled to make his first title defense against Rodtang Jitmuangnon, but Rodtang withdrew due to injury, and Superlek defeated replacement Danial Williams via knockout. In June 2023, Superlek won against Nabil Anane with a first-round body punch knockout.

In July 2023, he faced Tagir Khalilov, winning by second-round technical knockout despite missing weight. In September 2023, he won a decision against Rodtang, though he missed weight again, preventing the title from being on the line.

In January 2024, Superlek was set to defend his ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Championship against Elias Mahmoudi, but Mahmoudi withdrew due to a rib injury, and Superlek was then scheduled to face Japan’s Takeru Segawa at ONE 165 on January 28, 2024.

Last Updated On January 24, 2024