‘I’m Not Scared Of Him’ – Jaosuayai Vows To Halt Akif Guluzada’s Rise At ONE Fight Night 36
The Thai firecracker promises all-out action against the Azerbaijani at ONE Fight Night 36 on October 3.
By Kriel Ibarrola
Sep 30, 2025, 14:12 UTC
Fifth-ranked flyweight Muay Thai contender Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi has made a habit of cracking tough puzzles with his fists. Against Akif “King” Guluzada at ONE Fight Night 36: Prajanchai vs. Di Bella II on Prime Video, the 24-year-old is looking to put together his next masterpiece.
The Thai destroyer will take on the dangerous Azerbaijani live in U.S. primetime on Friday, October 3, from Bangkok, Thailand, and Jaosuayai is confident he will add yet another victim to his highlight reel.
Guluzada is not just any opponent, however. Jaosuayai first noticed his adversary’s capabilities when the young sensation demolished Puengluang Baanramba at ONE Friday Fights 94 in January, where the 20-year-old earned a coveted six-figure contract to compete on the main roster in the world’s largest martial arts organization.
“King” followed up that performance with a dominant decision victory over Sean Climaco at ONE Fight Night 31 this past May, dazzling fans with his signature flair and technical wizardry.
But Jaosuayai believes those crowd-pleasing techniques will not be enough against a battle-tested veteran who has survived everything the division’s elite can unleash.
The Sor Dechapan representative explained:
“I’ve seen his fighting style before. He fought with Puengluang, and it was a close and exciting fight. He has good boxing and a dangerous spinning elbow.
“I’ve been fighting Muay Thai for a while now, so I think it will be hard for him to use those kinds of moves to finish me.”
Yet beyond the high-level technical matchup brewing beneath the surface lies a more pressing challenge. The Thai star faces a daunting four-inch height disadvantage against the 5-foot-9 Guluzada, a deficit that will likely play a major factor in every exchange.
The Thai stresses that it won’t matter much, though. The size disparity triggers memories of Nakrob Fairtex, who Jaosuayai obliterated in just 52 seconds with a devastating left head kick at ONE Fight Night 32 this past June.
That brutal finish gave the 24-year-old unshakeable confidence when facing off against larger opponents:
“I might be at a height disadvantage, but I think he’s about the same size as Nakrob, so I’m not worried.
“I’m not scared of him in a Muay Thai fight, no matter how big he is.”
Despite his bravado, Jaosuayai recognizes the monster he’s facing. Guluzada brings far more than just physical gifts to the ring. The Azerbaijani’s perfect 4-0 record in ONE highlights the raw talent and fight IQ that have made him one of the division’s most feared contenders.
The 20-year-old “King” has systematically aced every test in front of him while revealing new dimensions to his game with each victory.
Knowing this, Jaosuayai promises he won’t go quietly, and vows to inflict maximum damage when the two finally lock horns:
“I see Akif as a fighter who uses footwork to set up his punches. He has good combinations and isn’t afraid to trade blows. I think he has very few weaknesses. [But] I can beat him.”
Jaosuayai Confident Fight Won’t Reach Final Bell
What started as mutual respect between elite strikers has turned into genuine animosity heading into fight week. Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi finds himself caught off guard by the unexpected tension that has developed with Azerbaijani opponent Akif Guluzada.
For the Thai star, the hostility feels completely one-sided and unwarranted:
“I saw a clip of Akif saying something like, ‘Don’t talk too much.’ I was confused because I didn’t know what I said to make him upset. I’ve never trash-talked or challenged anyone first.”
That friction has completely transformed the bout’s dynamic. Both men now carry personal motivation to trade heavy artillery beyond mere ranking implications, which sets the stage for an explosive fan-friendly encounter.
Given their finishing instincts, Jaosuayai expects a short night once the first bell rings. If Guluzada shows no respect for his power and rushes in recklessly, the Thai veteran promises to make his opponent pay dearly.
Jaosuayai predicted:
“I think there’s an 80 percent chance this fight won’t go the distance. He’s confident in his power, and I’m confident in my Muay Thai skills.
“If he comes forward, that would be great because I love fighting against guys who do that. It would make it easy for me.”
As the distinct call of the ring beckons, Jaosuayai sent a stern message to his rival, making clear that only their fists will settle the score in this budding rivalry.
He declared:
“I want to say to Akif: I don’t want to fight you with words. Show me what you’ve got. I want to see which is better, your mouth or your skills. I’ll see you in the ring.
“We’re going to have an exciting fight. I want to knock you out.”
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