5 Things To Know About Undefeated Aslamjon Ortikov Before He Faces Kongthoranee At ONE Fight Night 36
The 22-year-old will return to Bangkok, Thailand on October 3 in U.S. primetime to take on a dangerous opponent.
By Fachrul Sidiq
Sep 20, 2025, 14:24 UTC
The flyweight Muay Thai division will play host to another high-stakes clash when Aslamjon Ortikov meets #4-ranked Kongthoranee Sor Sommai at ONE Fight Night 36: Prajanchai vs. Di Bella II, airing live in U.S. primetime on Friday, October 3, from Bangkok, Thailand.
The 22-year-old Uzbek striker has already proven himself on ONE Championship’s global stage.
He carries a spotless 22-0 slate, polished further by eight straight triumphs at ONE Friday Fights, four of them ending in knockouts. That streak was enough for him to earn a coveted six-figure contract and a place on the main roster.
Today, Ortikov stands shoulder to shoulder with the flyweight elite. But his record is only half the tale. Behind his perfect run are the sacrifices of his family, the weight of his education, and a dream he refused to let go.
Here are five things to know about Ortikov’s journey.
#1 He Started Fighting At Just 8 Years Old
Ortikov’s martial arts journey began earlier than most.
At age 8, he followed his brothers to a boxing gym near their home in Uzbekistan. The facility was just five minutes away, and as soon as he stepped through those gym doors, curiosity quickly turned into passion.
Within two months, he stepped into the ring for his first amateur bout. He won his debut, lost his second fight, and in that mix of triumph and sting, he was absolutely hooked.
By his teenage years, Ortikov had already packed in more than 200 amateur contests. Those long nights working on his craft in the gym and endless rounds in the ring carved the instinct and slick in-and-out rhythm that now mark his style.
He said:
“From the first day I loved it. I understood this is for me.”
#2 His Family’s Sacrifices Fueled His Dream
Every competitor in the ring fights for the most important people in their life, and Ortikov’s family have been there for him through every juncture of his career. The youngest of three brothers, his family’s support was crucial to his success.
One of the most important lessons he learned was from his father, who drilled in him to never fear an opponent’s size, but to only focus on preparation.
One brother went as far as selling his car just so Ortikov could chase his Muay Thai dreams in Thailand – a sacrifice the 22-year old still calls life-changing.
He said:
“My brother sold his car for me to come to Thailand. My family is my everything.”
#3 He Has A Bachelor’s Degree
While most fighters leave school to pursue prizefighting, Ortikov never turned his back on education and continued to place high value in academics.
He first studied tourism in Uzbekistan, hitting the books in the morning, and then heading to the gym to hit the pads right after. He later completed a bachelor’s degree at Tambov State University in Russia in 2024.
For Ortikov, completing his degree proved that studying mattered just as much as honing his skills in “the art of eight limbs.”
He often points out that today’s fighters need more than just raw power when they step into the ring. Knowing how to speak English fluently, he says, is just as vital – to talk with fans, handle media, and build the kind of profile that brings sponsors.
#4 ONE Championship Was His Dream Since Childhood
For Ortikov, joining ONE was not just another routine step in his fighting career – it was the fulfillment of a childhood dream.
He turned that dream into reality on the back of a dominant run at ONE Friday Fights. After an impressive debut against Kaotaem Fairtex, he went on to beat established Thai names like Yodthongthai Sor Sommai, Pompet Panthonggym, Dedduanglek TDed99, and Petsukumvit Boi Bangna, scoring four knockouts along the way.
He was awarded a six-figure deal this past June by ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong himself. For Ortikov, it was solid proof that the sacrifices he made were all worth it, and now he’s a step closer to the ONE World Title he craves.
Ortikov said:
“ONE Championship was my dream since I was a kid. I watched and said one day I have to be there. Now I am here. I already got a contract. I’m really grateful.”
#5 He Wants To Give Back To The Next Generation
Even as Ortikov climbs through the treacherous flyweight Muay Thai ranks in ONE, he constantly thinks about how he can give back to all the people at home who have supported him. He sees himself one day opening a gym in Uzbekistan – a place where kids can learn martial arts, sharpen their skills, and chase the same dream he once had when he was young.
His vision doesn’t stop there. He wants to help promising young fighters from his home country find their way to Thailand, so they too can test themselves in the birthplace of Muay Thai.
It’s a fitting goal for someone shaped by family, sacrifice, and study. For now, though, his eyes stay locked on ONE Fight Night 36, where he gets another chance to show he belongs among the best in the world.
Ortikov said:
“I want to give the new generation opportunity and help them come to Thailand to train and fight.”
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