Korean bantamweight prospect Kyung Jung Kim (also spelled “Kyung Joong Kim”) returns to action on May 22 at ONE Friday Fights 155, where he is scheduled to face undefeated Vietnamese contender Viet Anh Do in a high‑stakes MMA matchup at Lumpinee Stadium. The bout is officially listed as part of the event lineup and marks a major opportunity for Kim to climb the Asian bantamweight rankings.
Kyung Jung Kim: A Rising Korean Talent
Kyung Jung Kim enters the matchup with a 7‑1 professional record, representing the new generation of Korean MMA athletes blending sharp striking fundamentals with modern cage movement. Known for:
- Clean counter‑punching
- Strong defensive footwork
- High composure under pressure
- Ability to adapt mid‑fight
Kim has been steadily building momentum across the Asia‑Pacific scene. His matchup with Viet Anh Do is expected to be one of the most competitive MMA bouts on the card.
Viet Anh Do: Undefeated Threat
Viet Anh Do brings a 5‑0 professional record into the fight and has been gaining attention for his aggressive pace and well‑rounded skill set. With both fighters sitting near the top of their regional rankings, this matchup has the potential to produce a breakout contender for ONE Championship’s deeper bantamweight roster.
ONE Friday Fights 155 / Inner Circle (May 22)
ONE Championship is delivering a double‑header on May 22 with two back‑to‑back events: The Inner Circle and ONE Friday Fights 155. Both cards showcase a mix of Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA talent, with several rising prospects and international standouts competing under the bright lights of Lumpinee Stadium.
Main Event — Muay Thai (135 lbs)
- Decho Por. Borirak vs. Rustam Yunusov
Co‑Main Event — Kickboxing (145 lbs)
- Panpayak Jitmuangnon vs. Othmane Rhouni
Additional Featured Bouts
- KohTao Petchsomnuek vs. Dokmaipa Santiubon — Muay Thai, 125 lbs
- Văn Tuấn Huỳnh vs. R. Sitluangta — Muay Thai, 135 lbs
- Terdkiat vs. Gabrielle Moram — Muay Thai, 115 lbs
- Nefise Delikurt vs. Kom — Muay Thai, 115 lbs
- Kwangpa vs. Yizhuo Sheng — Kickboxing, 125 lbs
- Shoma Okumura vs. Nuo Yi — Kickboxing, 145 lbs
On this week’s edition of ONE Friday Fights, Thai sensation Decho takes on Russian warrior Rustam Yunusov in a flyweight Muay Thai banger! Catch all the action at ONE Friday Fights 155! 👊#ONEFridayFights155 | May 22 at 8:30PM ICT/9:30AM ET
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The Inner Circle is back this week with five stacked bouts, headlined by the bantamweight Muay Thai scrap between Yod-IQ and Kiamran Nabati!
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Why This Fight Matters for Korean MMA
KyungJung Kim’s appearance on ONE Friday Fights 155 is another sign of Korea’s growing presence in ONE Championship’s talent pipeline. With the global spotlight of Lumpinee Stadium and a matchup against an undefeated opponent, Kim has a chance to:
- Break into ONE’s deeper bantamweight rotation
- Earn a future main‑card placement
- Showcase Korean striking and MMA evolution on a major stage
A strong performance could position him for bigger opportunities in the second half of 2026.
Event Details
- Event: ONE Friday Fights 155
- Date: May 22, 2026
- Location: Lumpinee Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand
- Broadcast: ONE Championship global partners & YouTube (geo‑restrictions apply)
HanPunch Media will provide full fight‑night coverage, results, and post‑fight analysis immediately following the event. You can follow the event on the official ONE FC event post.
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