Jacob Smith is gearing up to face a hostile crowd as he prepares to challenge Rodtang Jitmuangnon for the flyweight Muay Thai crown at ONE 169: Malykhin vs Reug Reug. The event, initially slated to take place in Atlanta, Georgia, has been relocated to Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. Despite the change in venue, Smith remains determined to avenge his previous loss to Rodtang and walk away with the coveted 26-pound gold belt.
Speaking on Violent Money TV’s YouTube channel, Smith expressed his excitement about fighting in Thailand and facing off against Rodtang in his home country. He believes that fighting in the iconic Lumpinee Stadium will only add to the prestige of the event and is confident in his ability to silence the pro-Rodtang crowd.
In a surprising turn of events, Rodtang himself has shown respect for Smith’s unyielding resolve in their first encounter. Despite dominating the fight and leaving Smith bloodied and bruised, Rodtang commended his opponent for his toughness and determination to go the distance.
The highly anticipated rematch between Jacob Smith and Rodtang Jitmuangnon will be broadcast live in US Primetime for Prime Video subscribers in North America. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown between two elite Muay Thai fighters as they battle it out for supremacy in the ring.
As the countdown to ONE 169 continues, the tension between Smith and Rodtang is palpable, setting the stage for an epic showdown on November 8. Stay tuned for all the action and drama as these two warriors collide in a battle for glory and redemption.
Edited by Tejas Rathi.
