Lito Adiwang explains why Jacob Smith must utilize evasiveness to secure monumental upset win vs Rodtang at ONE 169

Jacob Smith, Lito Adiwang, Rodtang Jitmuangnon - Photo by ONE Championship
Jacob Smith, Lito Adiwang, Rodtang Jitmuangnon [Images courtesy: ONE Championship]

ONE Championship strawweight MMA sensation and ex-Team Lakay member 'Thunder Kid' Lito Adiwang of the Philippines will be watching the events unfold at ONE 169 on Prime Video next month very closely.

And that's because he's a huge fan of the two main squaring off in the evening's main event.

'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon is getting ready to face off with former foe Jacob Smith in what should be an epic five-round Muay Thai skirmish.

Adiwang, who is an avid fan of the 'art of eight limbs', is excited to see the two men trade leather.

Speaking to Sportskeeda MMA in an exclusive interview, Adiwang shared his observation of one of Rodtang's most glaring weaknesses.

'The Iron Man' said:

"[Rodtang’s] read on his opponent’s moves also gets lost when they move away and forces the action to restart."

32-year-old Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom is set to face off with former adversary '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 absolutely free on Amazon Prime Video. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event.


Rodtang excited to showcase the beauty of 'the art of eight limbs' to the world: "I want Muay Thai to reach an even greater level"

'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon is thankful for the opportunity to showcase the art of Muay Thai at the highest level, especially to fans who are watching the sport for the very first time.

The Thai striking icon feels it's his responsibility to represent 'the art of eight limbs' to the global audience.

Speaking to ONE Championship, Rodtang said:

"Everyone, please cheer me on. I want Muay Thai to reach an even greater level around the world. I am one person who will help promote Muay Thai as far as possible."

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