Jacob Smith says he doesn’t want to fight the Rodtang that fought Denis Puric: “I want the very very best”

Flyweight striker Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom wants all the smoke.

The 32-year-old Bad Company product is gearing up to face Muay Thai icon 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon for the second time, and Smith says he wants his rival at his absolute best.

Speaking to Cageside Press in a recent interview, Smith says he wasn't impressed with the Rodtang he saw fight Denis Puric at ONE 167 last June. He wants the most dangerous version when they trade leather in the ring next month.

The fierce Englishman stated:

"That’s not the Rodtang I’m preparing for [the one who fought Denis Puric]. That’s not the Rodtang I want. I want the very very best Rodtang, especially for a fight of this magnitude."

Needless to say, fans can expect absolute fireworks when Smith and Rodtang meet each other in the ring once again. Much like their first fight all those years ago, this one should be an epic showcase of offense for as long as it lasts.

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Jacob Smith and Rodtang Jitmuangnon set for flyweight Muay Thai war at ONE 169 on Prime Video

Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom is ready to run it back with former adversary 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon for the ONE flyweight Muay Thai world title.

The two lock horns at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Prime Video, which broadcasts live from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Friday, Nov. 8.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event.