Rifdean Masdor Aims for Glory in Muay Thai Showdown at The Inner Circle 19

Rifdean “Magic Boy” Masdor is set to seize the opportunity for a transformative US$100,000 contract as he faces Iran’s Javad Mozafari in an electrifying atomweight Muay Thai match at The Inner Circle 19. This thrilling encounter will take place at Bangkok’s renowned Lumpinee Stadium on Friday, June 19, and will be streamed live exclusively for members on live.onefc.com, alongside two significant World Title bouts.

The 23-year-old Malaysian fighter boasts an impressive promotional record of 6-1, rapidly becoming a standout on the ONE Friday Fights circuit. Known for his remarkable finishing ability, Masdor has earned the nickname “Magic Boy” due to his instinctive and explosive fighting style. He shared, “Because [in my fights] I do elbows, flying knees, sometimes they get KO’d, like magic. Sometimes I don’t know what’s happening. I just do it, like magic.”

Facing him is Mozafari, an Iranian newcomer who aims to disrupt Masdor's rise in the sport. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his opponent's skills, Masdor remains unfazed, confident in his preparation and tactical understanding. He remarked, “I don’t know much [about him], but in fighting, anything can happen, so I’m always careful. I think his style is more of a boxing style. But I’m not scared because I have punches too. I have hands, I have IQ.”

A victory in this matchup would mark Masdor's fifth consecutive win, solidifying his status as Malaysia’s next breakout star. He aspires to follow in the footsteps of fellow countrymen Johan “Jojo” Ghazali and Aliff Sor Dechapan, who have already made significant impacts on the main roster. Masdor expressed, “I think I’m the dangerous one. For this fight, I’m 100 percent healthy, and my body feels good. If I get a contract — oh, that’s my dream.”

Masdor’s journey is fueled by more than just aspirations of fame; his passion for Muay Thai reflects his identity and purpose. He passionately stated, “My dream is to fight all the time. Not fight for money, but I want to fight for my heart, fight for my family. I love fighting. I love Muay Thai.” As he steps into the ring, he is ready to give his all in pursuit of his dreams.