Myanmar legend Aung La N Sang has boldly predicted a knockout finish when he faces former ONE Welterweight MMA World Champion Zebaztian Kadestam in his retirement fight at ONE Fight Night 36: Prajanchai vs. Di Bella II on Friday, October 3, from Bangkok, Thailand. The 40-year-old former two-division champion believes the clash between two elite finishing artists will inevitably end with one fighter on the canvas.
Aung La N Sang Acknowledges Kadestam’s Skills
Aung La N Sang provided detailed analysis of his Swedish opponent’s capabilities, expressing genuine respect for the former welterweight champion’s well-rounded game. The Florida-based veteran identified grappling as the primary area where he holds an advantage while acknowledging Kadestam’s striking excellence.
“I don’t think he has much of a weakness, besides grappling. He’s very defensively sound, too. If you watch his fight against Roberto Soldic, his defense is tight. He’s very on point, and he’s very mobile too, so it’s a good fight,” Aung La N Sang explained his tactical assessment.
Kadestam brings seven victories in ONE Championship with a perfect finishing rate, including his most recent knockout victory over Croatian superstar Roberto Soldic. The 34-year-old Swedish striker rides a three-fight winning streak into his middleweight debut against the Myanmar icon.
Mutual Respect Won’t Prevent All-Out War
Despite their friendship outside the ring, the former two-division champion made clear that both fighters understand the professional nature of their contest. Aung La N Sang emphasized that family obligations and competitive pride will drive both men to deliver their best performances.
“He’s a good guy. I really like him, and I know he’s very good. At the end of the day, he’s gotta take care of him and his family, and I gotta take care of me and my family as well. And the fans are in for a treat because neither one of us is gonna back down,” Aung La N Sang stated about their relationship.
The Kill Cliff FC representative’s 15 victories in ONE Championship include 13 finishes, establishing him as one of the promotion’s most dangerous competitors during his championship reign. His 30 career wins span nearly two decades of elite competition.
Retirement Fight Demands Definitive Finish
Aung La N Sang delivered his boldest prediction when discussing how the middleweight contest will conclude, insisting that only a knockout finish would properly honor both their friendship and warrior spirits. The Myanmar legend believes anything less than a spectacular ending would disrespect the significance of the occasion.
“Someone on the floor, that’s the only way [it can end]. That’s the only way we can honor our friendship and honor each other as fighters, as warriors,” Aung La N Sang declared with obvious conviction.
The collision between two elite finishing artists promises explosive action as Kadestam seeks to spoil the retirement party while Aung La N Sang attempts to close his legendary career with one final spectacular knockout victory.
ONE Fight Night 36 airs live on Prime Video on Friday, October 3. The action begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. The event is free for all Amazon Prime subscribers in the U.S. and Canada.
