Rodtang reveals the one sport that gets his mind off fighting, which he plays ‘three to four days a week’

Reigning and undisputed ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion 'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon of Thailand is one of the most explosive strikers in the world today.

Widely considered a top pound-for-pound fighter and a generational talent, Rodtang has Muay Thai coursing through his veins. He combines sublime skill with god-given talent.

But Rodtang also understands that hard work is part of the equation of success, even if he's known to kick it back often, partaking in a multitude of activities that have nothing to do with fighting.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Rodtang revealed one of the activities he loves doing every week that doesn't involve beating someone to a pulp.

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'The Iron Man' said:

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"I have been playing soccer since I first started school. I play soccer very often, three to four days a week."

Needless to say, when Rodtang is on point, everything is firing on all cylinders. He's a hard man to deny.

But even world champions in the ring have to get away for a while and enjoy other things life has to offer, like soccer.

Thankfully, fans won't have to wait long to see Rodtang back in action in ONE Championship.

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Rodtang Jitmuangnon to defend flyweight Muay Thai gold against Jacob Smith at ONE 169 on Prime Video

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'The Iron Man' Rodtang Jitmuangnon is ready to step back inside the ONE Championship ring when he defends his flyweight Muay Thai gold against former foe Jacob Smith of the United Kingdom.

The two lock horns in the co-main event of 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 as it happens.

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