“It feels special” - Dante Leon thankful for opportunity to showcase high-level jiu-jitsu to fans in Thailand

29-year-old Canadian submission grappling sensation Dante Leon turned in one of his most significant performances to date.

Leon made his ONE Championship debut last weekend at ONE Fight Night 26 on Prime Video, and the experience competing in the world's largest martial arts organization was like nothing he had ever felt before.

The Pedigo Submission Fighting representative was thankful for the opportunity to showcase his skills to millions of people in the world, but more importantly to fans in Bangkok, Thailand, who aren't used to watching BJJ at the highest level.

Leon told the media at the official ONE Fight Night 26 on Prime Video post-fight interview session backstage:

"I get to be, you know, of the first people that brings jiu-jitsu, which is kind of a new martial art, a new martial art in the mainstream to this area. It feels special."

Leon took home an impressive submission victory against Brazilian foe Bruno Pucci, winning via triangle armbar in a crazy chain submission sequence.

ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov on Prime Video took place live from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand last Saturday, December 7. Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action via replay on Amazon Prime Video.

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Dante Leon eyes Tommy Langaker rematch for next fight in ONE: "A history that goes way, way back"

Dante Leon is looking to face a familiar for in his next outing in ONE Championship.

The Canadian star singled out Norwegian champion Tommy Langaker as someone he wants to step into the ONE Championship ring with.

He told the promotion:

"Somebody who I think is a great match for my next match would be Tommy Langaker. He and I have a very short history, but a history that goes way, way back."

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding Dante Leon's next fight.