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Strawweight MMA firecracker 'Thunder Kid' Lito Adiwang of the Philippines has some advice for the United Kingdom's Jacob Smith ahead of arguably the biggest fight of the latter's career.
Smith is set to challenge 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon in a world title rematch early next month, and Adiwang believes the Englishman needs to mix it up.
'Thunder Kid' told Sportskeeda MMA in an exclusive interview:
"So that’s how I want to challenge Jacob, to try and use a different style against Rodtang. We’ve seen a lot of fighters who tried to stand toe-to-toe with him only to fail ultimately. So why not try a different approach?"
The 32-year-old Smith made his debut in the world's largest martial arts organization in May of 2022, against none other than Rodtang himself. The two went to war at ONE 157: Petchmorakot vs. Vienot, where 'The Iron Man' took home a three-round unanimous decision.
Unfortunately for Smith, he was completely and utterly dominated by the Thai icon, and became a permanent fixture in Rodtang's highlight reel.
Now, the two are ready to tango again, and Smith says this time, things will be different.
Jacob Smith set to face Rodtang Jitmuangnon for ONE gold at ONE 169 on Prime Video
Jacob Smith is ready to rehash his rivalry with Muay Thai icon 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon.
The two do battle for Rodtang's ONE flyweight Muay Thai world title 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 as it happens.
