
Undefeated phenom Nadaka read Rifdean Masdor’s moves to deliver a devastating finish at ONE Samurai 4. Read how the champion plans a long reign!
Reading the Matrix: Nadaka’s Masterclass and 15-Million-Yen Blockbuster Finish
At ONE Samurai 4 inside a roaring Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan’s pound-for-pound maestro Nadaka proved once again why his name belongs among the immortals of combat sports. Putting his undefeated streak and ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Title on the line against Malaysia’s dangerous rising star Rifdean Masdor, the champion delivered a masterclass in tactical intelligence.
Entering the bout with a staggering 42-fight unbeaten record, Nadaka faced an unexpected early storm. Rifdean, widely expected to come forward aggressively, instead fought with measured caution, catching the champion off-guard in the opening round and creating a brief moment of genuine danger.
However, true champions thrive in adversity. And Nadaka only needed one round to crack the code.
The Setup and the Devastating Blow
As the second round commenced, Rifdean attempted a spinning back fist—a flashy maneuver that ultimately sealed his doom. Having tracked the Malaysian’s tendencies, Nadaka’s hyper-sharp instincts locked onto the pattern immediately.
“When he threw that spinning back fist early on, I saw it clearly, and it served as a warning,” Nadaka revealed post-fight. “Because he threw it so early, I knew he would try it again. Once I figured out his timing, I prepared to counter.”
Sizing up his opponent with cold precision, Nadaka unleashed a thunderous left kick straight to the jaw as Rifdean lunged forward. The impact was instant and catastrophic—Rifdean collapsed heavily to the canvas. Though he beat the count, his wobbling legs convinced the referee to wave off the bout, securing Nadaka’s first stoppage victory since claiming the world title, alongside a massive 15-million-yen bonus (approx. $100,000 USD).
“I saw him drop like in slow motion,” Nadaka smiled. “When I saw his legs shaking, I knew the victory was mine.”
A Long Reign Ahead: Who Can Dethrone the King?
With his flawless record extended to 43 wins and his second successful world title defense firmly in the books, Nadaka isn’t just content with holding gold—he wants to cement a legacy that will last for generations.
“There are still other fighters in this division who have defeated opponents I’ve faced, and new contenders climbing the rankings,” Nadaka stated with unwavering resolve. “I must keep my standards at the absolute highest level to ensure this belt stays with me for a very, very long time.”
The Burning Question…
With Nadaka firing on all cylinders and unstoppable on home soil, who will possess the power, speed, and lethal fight-IQ required to step into the Circle and finally shatter the champion’s legendary reign?
The atomweight division is on notice… and the era of Nadaka is only getting stronger.
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Original Article: ONE Championship Thailand News
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