5 reasons why you must watch ONE X on March 26

#4. Demetrious Johnson returns in a super innovative mixed-rules fight with Rodtang at ONE X: Grand Finale

Demetrious Johnson makes his return to the circle as he takes on Rodtang Jitmuangnon in an innovative mixed-rules fight.

The first and third rounds will be contested under ONE Super Series Muay Thai rules, while the second and fourth frames will be under ONE’s global MMA ruleset. Rodtang is the reigning ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion, while Johnson is arguably considered the greatest MMA fighter of all time.

It’s a true spectacle in every sense and one that fans all over the world can’t wait to see.

No one truly knows what to expect when two legends of their respective sports face each other in this sort of hybrid-rules match. Can Johnson survive the first round, where Rodtang will no doubt be looking for the kill? Can Rodtang handle himself on the ground when the action inevitably goes there in the second stanza?

These are some of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds.

#3. ONE X will feature fierce rivalries and genuine bad blood

Denice Zamboanga has a bone to pick with Ham Seo Hee. Many fans believe the Filipina won their first fight, but the judges saw it differently, awarding a split decision win to Ham.

Following an official review, the decision was ultimately upheld. With a potential shot at the atomweight belt awaiting the winner, these two women will certainly give everything they have to win.

Meanwhile, featherweights Kim Jae Woong and Tang Kai really don’t like each other and have been trading barbs for quite some time. The two recently figured in a heated faceoff, which has set the stage for an emotionally charged matchup. Their disdain for each other has certainly not dissipated ahead of ONE X.

Lastly, former lightweight king Shinya Aoki will finally get his hands on fellow Japanese legend Yoshihiro Akiyama. Aoki famously called out Akiyama last year for refusing a bout with him. Akiyama claims he has absolutely no respect for Aoki. Words will turn to strikes when the two finally share the circle.