Dzhabrailov Stuns with Knockout Win at ONE Fight Night 42, Sam-A Delivers Thrilling Masterclass

In a stunning turn of events, Turkish sensation Dzhabir Dzhabrailov pulled off a remarkable first-round comeback to knock out American powerhouse Chase Mann, while Muay Thai legend Sam-A Gaiyanghadao delivered a breathtaking walk-off head-kick knockout of Elmehdi El Jamari in the co-main event at ONE Fight Night 42. Dzhabrailov, who had never been truly tested in his professional MMA career, faced his toughest challenge yet against Mann in the main event. Despite encountering significant adversity, he ultimately emerged victorious, passing with flying colors. The 21-year-old Turkish phenom had won all six of his previous battles, with his last four ending in the first round. Mann immediately took control of the action, dragging Dzhabrailov to the mat and pinning him against the ropes. However, Dzhabrailov stood up, avoided Mann's single-leg takedown attempt, and circled away from him. As the tide turned in his favor, Dzhabrailov landed a few hard shots, created distance, and even pushed Mann away with some front kicks. In a surprising turn of events, Dzhabrailov threw a wild right hand that missed, but his momentum carried him through, and he unleashed a left hook that caught Mann flush on the button. The American dropped, and Dzhabrailov pounced, landing two hammerfists before the referee pulled him away. This comeback victory extended Dzhabrailov's flawless record to 7-0 and marked his fifth consecutive first-round stoppage win. Meanwhile, Sam-A, at 42 years old, proved he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. He produced a captivating second-round knockout of El Jamari in the strawweight Muay Thai co-main event, surviving a dramatic knockdown to land a walk-off head kick that left his opponent spark out on the canvas. The Thai legend remained patient, waiting for El Jamari's aggression to create openings, and eventually caught him with a left hand that knocked him down hard. Although El Jamari summoned the energy for one final rally, Sam-A stood back up, circled deliberately, and waited for the perfect moment to strike. When El Jamari lunged forward once more, Sam-A's left leg whistled through the air, his shin crashing into El Jamari's temple with precision. The Moroccan crumbled instantly, and the referee stopped the match, earning Sam-A a $50,000 performance bonus and potentially placing him back into contention for the ONE Strawweight Muay Thai world title.