“The one that got me into all this” - Jacob Smith says family is on his side whenever he fights

Flyweight Muay Thai sensation Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom credits his family for the success he's had in his fighting career.

Today, Smith is one of the most talented fighters in ONE Championship on the cusp of capturing the gold. The 32-year-old Bad Company / Thaifist representative says he performs the way he does because he carries dreams of his family into the ring.

Speaking to Cageside Press in a recent interview, Smith said:

"Well, my missus is in the corner. She’s the one that got me into all this. And my kids absolutely love it as well."

The 32-year-old Smith is ready to face off with former foe '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 free on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event.

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Jacob Smith fires back at critics who say he doesn't deserve rematch with Rodtang: "F*** you, it's what I’d say"

Jacob Smith is gearing up for his highly anticipated rematch with 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon at ONE 169 on Prime Video. And he just isn't having it with his critics at the moment.

Many fans have voiced their distaste that Smith is fighting Rodtang again, especially after how the Englishman was dominated by the Thai star when they first met in 2022.

Speaking to Combat Sports Today, Smith fired back at his detractors. He said:

"F*** you, it's what I’d say. I'm not sure I'm allowed to say that, but I've said it now. You know, if the thing is with people online, they can talk and talk and talk. Not one of them has achieved a thing in their life. You just have to kind of blank that out."