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Reigning and undisputed ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon has the pre-fight jitters for his close friend and countryman 'The Kicking Machine' Superlek Kiatmoo9.
The flyweight kickboxing king Superlek is ready to go for double gold when he challenges two-sport world titleholder 'The General' Jonathan Haggerty for the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai belt this weekend.
The two lock horns at ONE 168: Denver, which broadcasts live from the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, on Friday, September 6.
Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video. Limited tickets are still available via Ticketmaster.
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Speaking to Sportskeeda MMA in an exclusive interview, Rodtang shared what he thinks of this upcoming matchup, and why he believes Superlek may be in a bad spot.
'The Iron Man' said:
"Superlek's biggest advantages are many. He's never been knocked out, he's hardly ever been knocked down, maybe just two or three times in his career. An he's great at fighting clever without putting himself at unnecessary risk. But it's not gonna be easy for him this time. Haggerty is huge, and has great power."
As for fighting the winner, Rodtang would prefer his compatriot Superlek would emerge victorious. However, he's also looking for a rematch with Haggerty, whom he defeated twice at flyweight a few years ago.
Rodtang added:
"I want Superlek to win, though. But Haggerty's always been someone I wanted to face again."
Rodtang Jitmuangnon to defend flyweight Muay Thai gold against Jacob Smith at ONE 169: Atlanta
'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon is set for his highly anticipated return to United States soil when he takes on the United Kingdom's Jacob Smith with the flyweight Muay Thai gold on the line.
The two lock horns at ONE 169: Atlanta, which broadcasts live from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday, November 8.
Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live on Amazon Prime Video. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster for those who want to watch in-stadium.
