Flyweight Muay Thai king Rodtang responds to John Lineker’s brash call-out: “He’s not scary at all”
Reigning and undisputed ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon of Thailand isn't impressed by former bantamweight MMA king 'Hands of Stone' John Lineker's exploits in 'The Art of Eight Limbs'.
Lineker is now 2-0 in ONE Championship Muay Thai since trying his luck in the pure striking sport. So far, the Brazilian's dynamite hands have been a menace, and the MMA veteran has now scored back-to-back stoppages of 'The American Ninja' Asa Ten Pow and Alexey Balyko.
Lineker's success has caused many fans to clamor for a showdown with Rodtang himself, who is arguably the most explosive Muay Thai fighter on the ONE Championship roster.
'Hands of Stone' himself has called out Rodtang after his two Muay Thai victories, and now, 'The Iron Man' has responded.
Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Rodtang shared his thoughts on Lineker as a Muay Thai fighter. It's safe to say, he's not the least bit worried.
'The Iron Man' said:
"For me, from a fighter’s perspective, he’s not scary at all. Only his punches are dangerous."
Needless to say, a battle between Rodtang and Lineker would be absolute fireworks, as neither man knows how to back down. Both have world-ending power in their fists, and it would be amazing to see them share a ring in ONE Championship.
Rodtang Jitmuangnon returns to face Jacob Smith at ONE 169 on Prime Video
While a potential showdown with John Lineker could potentially be in the works, Rodtang Jitmuangnon is focused on the task at hand.
Rodtang is set to defend his ONE flyweight Muay Thai world title against the United Kingdom's Jacob Smith in a highly anticipated rematch.
The two do battle 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.