Nadaka excited to face Numsurin, whom he says has "high-level mastery of Muay Thai"

Nadaka Yoshinari recognizes the elite skillset that will be standing across from him in Tokyo, and the challenge only fuels his hunger for world championship gold.

Before the 10-time Muay Thai world champion attempts to secure the inaugural ONE atomweight Muay Thai world title against Numsurin Chor Ketwina at ONE 173 inside Tokyo's Ariake Arena on Sunday, Nov. 16, he opened up about what makes his opponent such a dangerous test.

In an exclusive interview with ONE Championship, the 24-year-old Eiwa Sports Gym affiliate broke down the specific attributes that have made Numsurin one of the most respected Thai fighters in the division.

"Numsurin obviously boasts high-level mastery of Muay Thai fundamentals, which is why he keeps winning. But beyond that, I think he possesses boxing techniques that other Thai fighters don't have," Nadaka told the promotion before fight night in Tokyo next week.

Per his observation, it's clear that he recognizes Numsurin's success stems from more than just traditional Muay Thai excellence.

While many Thai fighters rely heavily on kicks, knees, elbows, and clinch work, Nadaka's observation that Numsurin possesses unique boxing techniques suggests the Thai has developed a more complete striking arsenal that sets him apart from his compatriots.

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Nadaka's complete game could neutralize Numsurin's technical mastery

While Nadaka Yoshinari praises Numsurin's high-level fundamentals and boxing prowess, the Japanese standout brings his own impressive credentials into their title clash.

The young gun has gone on a 3-0 run in the world's largest martial arts organization with two highlight-reel wins against Hamada Azmani and Rak Erawan, and a unanimous decision triumph over Banluelok Sitwatcharachai.

More impressively, he's on a 39-fight win streak, a run that kicked off in October 2019 and demonstrates the type of sustained excellence required to compete for world championships.

His self-directed training approach – which he developed after early career defeats forced him to take ownership of his development – has allowed him to build a well-rounded game that makes him dangerous in all aspects of 'The Art of Eight Limbs'.

Could he become the inaugural ONE atomweight Muay Thai world champion in Tokyo? Fight fans can secure their PPV tickets for ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri at live.onefc.com.