“It doesn't matter what anybody thinks” - Jacob Smith shuts down naysayers claiming he has no chance against Rodtang

Flyweight Muay Thai star Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom is ready to prove his detractors wrong.

Smith is getting geared up to face former tormentor 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon in a highly anticipated rematch early next month, and he wants to show the world that he belongs in the ring with one of the best pound-for-pound strikers in the sport today.

Speaking to Combat Sports Today in a recent interview, Smith clapped back at the naysayers who don't believe he has any chance of beating 'The Iron Man'.

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The 32-year-old Bad Company / Thaifist representative stated:

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"Yeah, it's just a waste of time looking and reading any stupid comments like that. Because at the end of the day, it doesn't matter what anybody thinks other than what I think, what I believe, what my coaches believe, and that's it."

Smith is getting set for a rematch with Rodtang 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.

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Jacob Smith content with beating Rodtang Jitmuangnon by any means necessary: "Just a win will do"

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No matter what happens in the ring at ONE 169 on Prime Video, Jacob Smith says the most important thing is getting his hands raised in victory and taking home the ONE flyweight Muay Thai world title.

Speaking to Cageside Press, the 32-year-old said:

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"Just a win. Just a win will do. Now, if you've watched me before, which I'm sure you have, or I'd hope you have, then you know."

A win over the Thai star will no doubt push Smith into legendary status.

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