Nong-O says a victory for Rodtang in their ONE 173 showdown would make his opponent ‘a legend’

Nong-O Hama (Image by ONE Championship)
Nong-O Hama (Image by ONE Championship)

Former ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Nong-O Hama of Thailand has nothing but high praise for his upcoming opponent ahead of their much-anticipated clash for the vacant flyweight Muay Thai gold.

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The Thai living legend will face former divisional king 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri, which will broadcast live on November 16 from the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.

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Both superstars seek to capture the vacant ONE flyweight Muay Thai world championship previously held by Rodtang himself, in what promises to be an explosive showdown between two of the sport's most accomplished competitors.

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Nong-O acknowledged the magnitude of the bout and what a victory would mean for his opponent in an interview with ONE.

The Hama Muay Thai representative said:

"I think both of us can make this fight really entertaining. After this fight, if he wins, he's going to be a legend."
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The 38-year-old veteran was last seen securing redemption against Kongthoranee Sor Sommai in their rematch, and he now seeks to become a two-division world champion.


Nong-O admits Rodtang superfight will be one of the toughest of his career

Legendary Muay Thai fighter Nong-O Hama says his upcoming superfight with ‘The Iron Man’ Rodtang Jitmuangnon at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri is shaping up to be the toughest of his iconic career.

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The two vie for the vacant flyweight Muay Thai gold on ONE Championship’s most highly anticipated card of the year. Nong-O had this to say about ‘The Iron Man’ ahead of their fight:

“Personally, I do not see any weakness. His force, his physical condition, his IQ, and his skills.”

Tickets for ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri are available via ePlus in Japan. Meanwhile, fans in North America can visit onefc.com for more information on various streaming options.

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