Myanmar striker Sonrak Fairtex won’t be drawn into a brawl with power puncher Samingdam NF Looksuan. The tactical fighter plans to use patience and precision against his aggressive opponent’s predictable patterns.
Sonrak faces Samingdam in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 119 on Friday, August 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium. The 24-year-old Myanmar fighter headlines for the first time after rebounding from a losing streak with a unanimous decision victory in June.
The 140-pound Muay Thai clash represents a significant opportunity for Sonrak to build momentum toward earning a $100,000 contract and main roster spot in ONE Championship. His path requires neutralizing Samingdam’s devastating punching power while capitalizing on counter-attacking opportunities.
Sonrak respects his opponent’s finishing ability but sees exploitable weaknesses in the Thai striker’s one-dimensional approach. Samingdam’s reliance on forward pressure and heavy hands creates openings for a patient counter-fighter.
The Myanmar representative has faced aggressive opponents throughout his career, learning that timing often defeats raw power. His game plan centers on avoiding direct exchanges while landing precise counters when Samingdam commits to his attacks.
Experience taught Sonrak that durability could force this fight to the final bell. Both men possess the toughness to absorb significant damage, making tactical execution more important than knockout hunting.
“Samingdam is an aggressive fighter who just keeps coming forward and has a really tough body. But his weakness is that his weapons aren’t very diverse — he only has dangerous punches,” Sonrak said.
“For the game plan, I’m sure Samingdam will come forward and hit me just like he said he would. I won’t dare to stand and trade with him directly because he’s a puncher.”
