Rodtang Jitmuangnon says Superlek may be at a weight disadvantage against Jonathan Haggerty: “He has been fighting in this division”

Reigning and undisputed ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon of Thailand says his friend and Thai compatriot Superlek Kiatmoo9 may be at a slight disadvantage heading into a showdown with Jonathan Haggerty this weekend.

The flyweight kickboxing king Superlek is set to throw down with two-sport titleholder Haggerty for the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title. He is moving up a weight class for this highly anticipated super fight.

Rodtang says Haggerty has been more accustomed to bantamweight, having competed in the division in his last few fights and showing dominance.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Rodtang shared his thoughts on the weight disparity between the two elite stars.

'The Iron Man' said:

"Jonathan Haggerty has the edge. In terms of weight, he has been fighting in this division for a long time. Anyway, I’ll root for [Superlek]."

'The Kicking Machine' Superlek Kiatmoo9 of Thailand takes on 'The General' Jonathan Haggerty of the United Kingdom for bantamweight Muay Thai gold.

The two lock horns at ONE 168: Denver, which broadcasts live from the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Friday, Sept. 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.

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates during ONE 168: Denver fight week.

'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon returns for war against Jacob Smith in highly anticipated rematch

'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon is getting prepped for his return to U.S. soil in his next outing. Rodtang is ready to battle with Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom in a much-awaited rematch for the ONE flyweight Muay Thai gold.

The two trade leather at ONE 169: Atlanta, which broadcasts live from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday, Nov. 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.