Jarred Brooks looking for ‘spectacular finish’ against Gustavo Balart, impress Thai fans

Former ONE strawweight MMA world champion 'The Monkey God' Jarred Brooks of the United States wants to put on a show for Thai fans at the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.

The 31-year-old American MMA veteran has thoroughly enjoyed his wildly successful stint in the world's largest martial arts organization, and when he returns to the 'land of a thousand smiles', Brooks will look to put forth the performance of a lifetime.

Speaking to Sportskeeda MMA in an exclusive interview, Brooks laid out his plans.

'The Monkey God' said:

"I want to go out there, have a spectacular finish, wow Chatri, wow the judges, wow everyone and the fans over in Thailand."

'The Monkey God' Jarred Brooks is set to face Cuba's 'El Gladiador' Gustavo Balart for the ONE interim strawweight MMA world title in the main event of ONE Fight Night 24: Brooks vs. Balart on Prime Video.

The event broadcasts live from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on Friday, August 2nd.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video.

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Jarred Brooks can't wait for 'huge opportunity' to showcase his improved striking: "This side of my game"

The next time 'The Monkey God' Jarred Brooks steps into the ONE Championship ring, it will be in front of thousands of rabid Muay Thai fans at Lumpinee Stadium. And the 31-year-old MMA fighter looks to showcase his striking skills in the Mecca of Muay Thai.

He told Sportskeeda MMA:

"Going in there, to compete there, I think it’s a huge opportunity for me to show off my striking dexterity and capability to the Thai fans, which are predominantly strikers. So I’m super happy to go out there and showcase this side of my game, especially against someone like Gustavo Balart and the prowess of him."

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding ONE Fight Night 24 as it happens.