‘I Want A Decisive Finish’ – Yod-IQ Plots Path To Dethrone Rambolek At The Inner Circle 30
Twenty-six pounds of gold have never felt closer for Yod-IQ Or Pimolsri.
The opportunity awaits on Friday, September 11, as the Thai standout challenges reigning ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Rambolek Chor Ajalaboon in the main event of The Inner Circle 30, streaming exclusively for members at live.onefc.com.
Like a tidal wave gathering force, Yod-IQ has torn through ONE’s bantamweight Muay Thai division with absolute consistency, compiling a 12-1 record.
A US$100,000 main roster contract followed, and he stamped his authority on the global stage at The Inner Circle 15 by snapping Russian demolisher Kiamran Nabati‘s undefeated record to extend his winning streak to 10. The pace of that rise, however, surprised no one more than Yod-IQ himself.
The 24-year-old challenger told onefc.com:
“When I saw the fight card pairing me against Rambolek, I was a bit shocked because my time came so fast. But it felt earned because it’s such a massive opportunity.
“Beating Kiamran, who was previously undefeated, proved that I truly deserved a shot at the championship title.”
That journey now leads him directly to the division’s king. Rambolek steps into his first World Title defense riding a six-fight winning streak, motivated to prove his reign has only just begun.
Competing across five rounds against a fighter of this caliber requires far more than a baseline physical threshold, pushing the challenger into the most demanding training camp of his life.
He said:
“Rambolek fully deserves to be the champion. He’s got real skill and talent to reach that level. He’s no joke. He’s a tough opponent to fight.
“The preparation for this fight has been even tougher because I had to level up. I had to push even harder for this one. World Champions are top-tier, so as a challenger, I have to be in perfect condition to beat him. I have to be at 100 percent to take that win.”
Both athletes share a rock-solid Muay Thai foundation, but this clash also doubles as a proxy war between two of Thailand’s most prestigious striking academies.
Yod-IQ is the protege of ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Champion Tawanchai PK Saenchai, while Rambolek serves as the heir apparent to ONE Featherweight Kickboxing World Champion Superbon.
He explained:
“When it comes to fight IQ, I don’t think Rambolek and I are far apart at all. It’s going to be a tough match to call. We both have great trainers and cornermen to adjust our tactics.
“He has Superbon, and I have Tawanchai. Both sides will make good adjustments, so the gap isn’t wide at all. Everything is ready. We just need to test it inside the ring.”
Yod-IQ Is Ready To Write The Biggest Chapter Of His Story
Yod-IQ watched closely as Rambolek dethroned former divisional king Nabil Anane in an absolute battle that produced one of the promotion’s most seismic results.
What registered most deeply was the champion’s dangerous gift — his ability to weaponize his opponents’ aggression against them.
He observed:
“His most dangerous trait is his counter-striking ability. I’ve watched almost all of his training tapes. He has great counter-timing, and his hands are really dangerous. He uses that timing to land heavy counter-punches.”
Despite those dangers, the surging contender brings distinct physical and technical dimensions into the ring that will test the defending champion’s defense.
Desiring absolute certainty rather than a scorecard victory, he intends to leverage those attributes to close the show.
The PK Saenchai Muaythaigym star said:
“I’m physically bigger than Rambolek. It might not be a huge difference, but I am bigger. Plus, my versatility of strikes is a big factor.
“If the opportunity comes, I definitely want to go for the knockout. It would earn me a bonus and secure the title without any doubt. I want a decisive finish.”
While his unassuming nature prevents him from getting overly confident, Yod-IQ can feel the life-altering reality resting at his fingertips.
Claiming the belt this Friday would represent the culmination of every sacrifice made to reach the pinnacle of his sport.
He offered:
“Winning the ONE World Title would elevate me to a whole new level. Far more people worldwide would know who Yod-IQ is and recognize me as a World Champion.
“At the very least, becoming a champion would make me a role model for kids and fans, inspiring more Thai people. I want to put that belt over my shoulder to make a better life for myself.”
