‘Everything Is On Point’ – Mohamed Younes Rabah Promises Best Performance Yet Against Luke Lessei
“The Eagle” Mohamed Younes Rabah has no interest in flying before his wings are ready.
After turning down opportunities when he felt unprepared, the Algerian tower says everything is finally in place for his featherweight Muay Thai main event against Luke “The Chef” Lessei.
The 29-year-old will face the American standout at ONE Fight Night 45 on Prime Video this Friday, July 17, live in U.S. primetime from Bangkok’s iconic Lumpinee Stadium.
With a near-flawless 15-1 professional record behind him, Rabah believes a victory over Lessei could move him one step closer to the division’s biggest prize.
He said:
“I know it’s been a long time since I last fought. I was in Brazil, I was doing some stuff, and I was so busy with so many things.
“I took a break from fighting. I got so many offers, but I wasn’t prepared. I wasn’t ready. But for this fight, I’m very prepared, and I’m looking forward to it.”
Rabah’s most recent outing ended in frustration when his clash with future ONE Interim Featherweight Muay Thai World Title challenger Shadow Mavinn at ONE Fight Night 33 in July 2025 was ruled a no contest due to an accidental eye poke.
Before that, he had already begun reshaping his career. After starting his ONE Championship tenure in the bantamweight ranks, the Algerian moved up to featherweight and defeated Eddie “Silky Smooth” Abasolo by unanimous decision in November 2024.
Now, he believes his body has fully adjusted to the division. With a nutrition and conditioning team supporting the process, Rabah says he feels more comfortable, his preparation has been consistent, and his confidence has returned at the right time.
“The Eagle” offered:
“To be honest, since my last fight, I didn’t stop training. I’m a disciplined fighter. I focus on my training every day.
“But I’ve been preparing for this fight for three months, so I’m ready for this fight. My weight is perfect now. Since I changed the division, I’ve been working with a nutritionist. Everything is on point. My weight is good.”
That preparation will be tested against one of the division’s most creative strikers.
Lessei brings unusual rhythm, speed, reach, and variety into every bout. The 30-year-old American has already proven he can thrive in chaos, and Rabah recognizes the challenge standing across from him.
But “The Eagle” believes this main event battle can push him closer to the top of the featherweight Muay Thai division, where reigning king Tawanchai PK Saenchai and interim titleholder Nico “King of the North” Carrillo currently sit above the field.
Rabah said:
“He’s a good fighter. He has good technique, good speed, and good reach. I’m looking forward to fighting him. It’s a good challenge for me. It can get me one step closer to the title shot.”
Rabah Targets Path Toward Featherweight Muay Thai Gold
Luke Lessei has described himself as the more versatile striker, but Mohamed Younes Rabah is not bothered by that assessment.
The Team Mehdi Zatout representative knows “The Chef” can punch, kick, elbow, and attack from different angles. Still, Rabah believes confidence before the fight means little once the action begins under the bright lights at Lumpinee Stadium.
Rabah said:
“He has punches, kicks, and elbows. He’s ready to throw different things. Yeah, he can say whatever he wants.
“For me, I’m very ready. I’m very prepared. I will use all my tools against him, and I will show the fans who has more.”
That approach matches the Algerian’s ambitions. With Tawanchai PK Saenchai and Nico Carrillo positioned at the top of the division, Rabah knows the ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title picture is crowded but within reach.
A victory over Lessei would not guarantee anything, but “The Eagle” plans to keep stating his case until the opportunity arrives. For now, he is focused on making his case impossible to ignore.
Rabah said:
“I want to fight for the title next, fight for the belt.
“To be honest, I don’t know [if that will happen]. It’s not my decision. But for me, if I win this fight, I [want to] fight for it next. If they give me another fight instead, I will fight. So, I’ll keep doing my thing until I get my belt.”
