Egor Bikrev believes a win over Panpayak can propel him to incredible heights in ONE Championship

Many young fighters aspire to claim a significant victory early in their careers, and ONE flyweight Muay Thai rising star Egor Bikrev is confident that defeating Panpayak Jitmuangnon at ONE Friday Fights 92 on Friday, Dec. 20 will open a lot of doors for him.

During the virtual press conference for the event, Bikrev was asked how a win over 'The Angel Warrior' might affect his chances of receiving a six-figure contract to join ONE's main roster. The Russian replied:

"I think this is a great question. If I defeat an opponent like Panpayak this Friday, I believe it will put me in the top 10 rankings for my division. Whether I deserve the contract or not, I believe that again, if I beat an opponent like this, yes, I do deserve this contract. However, this will be up to our boss, Mr. Chatri, to see if he sees me as deserving for it."

Watch the press conference replay below:

Bikrev introduced himself to ONE fans with a fantastic first-round TKO of Gingsanglek Wor Kumchamnarn this past November. Upsetting Panpayak in front of his countrymen inside the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, may push him closer to receiving that coveted six-figure contract.

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Egor Bikrev promises maximum effort against Panpayak

Egor Bikrev recognizes Panpayak's excellent striking abilities and his stature as one of the best Muay Thai fighters under the ONE banner, so he vows to give it his all in pursuit of a triumph in their 135-pound Muay Thai clash.

The 22-year-old said in the same press conference:

"It's an interesting question. But I'm definitely not going to share all my secrets and keys to victory in this conversation. However, I am going to give it my all, giving it a hundred percent."

ONE Friday Fights 92 will be available live on Asian primetime via pay-per-view at watch.onefc.com.