Disputed Ending at Lumpinee Stadium
Shadow Denies Eye Poke Allegation
Thai Muay Thai star Shadow Singha Mawynn expressed disappointment after his co-main event bout at ONE Fight Night 33 ended in a No Contest on July 12, 2025. The featherweight clash with Younes Rabah at Lumpinee Stadium was halted in the second round due to a controversial injury. Shadow insists his elbow, not an eye poke, caused the damage, leaving him frustrated at missing a potential finish and a $50,000 bonus.
Dominating Early Rounds
First-Round Knockdown Sets Tone
Shadow, a 25-year-old from Mueang Tak, was in command from the opening bell, dropping Rabah with a clean punch near the end of the first round. His aggressive striking showcased his readiness for his main roster debut in ONE Championship. The momentum carried into the second round, where a disputed sequence abruptly ended the fight, robbing Shadow of a chance to secure a decisive victory.
Controversy Surrounding the Stoppage
Referee Calls Time for Injury
Moments into the second round, Rabah turned away in pain, clutching his right eye after an exchange with Shadow. Referee Olivier Coste paused the fight, and ONE Championship’s senior doctor, Warren Wang, examined Rabah at ringside. Slow-motion replays sparked debate among Thai fans, who chanted “elbow!” in protest, believing Shadow’s strike was clean. The bout was ruled a No Contest due to an unintentional foul.
Shadow’s Perspective on the Incident
Confidence in Elbow Strike
Shadow firmly believes his elbow caused the injury, not an eye poke as some fans speculated. “I know what I was doing,” he stated, emphasizing his awareness during the exchange. The inconclusive replay footage fueled further debate, but Shadow remains confident in his actions. His frustration stems from losing the opportunity to finish the fight and claim a performance bonus.
Rabah’s Condition and Recovery
Hospital Visit Follows Injury
Younes Rabah, training out of Phuket’s Venum Training Camp, was taken to a Bangkok hospital for treatment and later returned to the fighters’ hotel with his eye heavily bandaged. Despite the injury, Rabah reported he was recovering well. The incident has sparked discussions about a potential rematch, with Shadow open to facing the Algerian again to settle the score.
Looking Ahead with Optimism
Shadow Eyes Future Fights
Despite the anticlimactic outcome, Shadow remains positive about his ONE Championship journey. He hinted at a possible clash with Scottish fighter Nico Carrillo, who expressed interest in a matchup. Reflecting on his morning fight debut, Shadow vowed to deliver an even stronger performance in his next bout, aiming to solidify his reputation as a top contender in the featherweight division.
