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Stella Hemetsberger Retains ONE Strawweight Muay Thai Title at Lumpinee Stadium
Austrian champion Stella Hemetsberger successfully defended her ONE Strawweight Muay Thai world title with a third-round knockout against Natalia Diachkova at ONE Fight Night 46.
On the morning of August 15, 2026, Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok hosted ONE Fight Night 46, featuring a high-stakes main event. Stella Hemetsberger, the 27-year-old Austrian athlete who holds world titles in both Muay Thai and kickboxing, faced Russian challenger Natalia Diachkova, 31, in a bout for the ONE Strawweight Muay Thai world championship.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, Hemetsberger demonstrated her dominance throughout the match, ultimately securing a victory via knockout in the third round. This result marks the first successful defense of her Muay Thai title in this weight class (115-125 lbs).
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this event highlights the continued prominence of Lumpinee Stadium as a global hub for elite combat sports. The venue remains a primary destination for those interested in witnessing world-class Muay Thai, often scheduled to align with international broadcast times. While the victory solidifies Hemetsberger’s standing as a dual-discipline champion, fans of the sport may look forward to future announcements regarding her next title defense or potential kickboxing engagements. As of now, there are no further details regarding the specific timeline for her next appearance in the ring.