“She’s very supportive” - Jonathan Haggerty says his mother loves watching his fights
Reigning and undisputed ONE bantamweight Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion 'The General' Jonathan Haggerty of the United Kingdom is blessed to have the support of his entire family behind his blossoming career.
Haggerty is most thankful for his mother, who he says is his biggest fan.
In a recent interview with Sky Sports MMA Club, Haggerty said his mom always watches his fights.
'The General' stated:
"Yes, she does. Well, she loves it. She comes out all the time to support me, which I’m thankful for. Yea, she’s very supportive. She loves it."
Haggerty is one of the most prolific athletes in the world's largest martial arts organization today, and he's set to see action again soon.
'The General' Jonathan Haggerty will defend his bantamweight Muay Thai gold against ONE flyweight kickboxing world champion 'The Kicking Machine' Superlek Kiatmoo9 of Thailand.
The two lock horns at ONE 168: Denver, in ONE Championship's return to U.S. soil.
The event broadcasts live from the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado on Friday, September 6th.
Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free with an active Amazon Prime Video subscription.
Jonathan Haggerty on upcoming Superlek fight: "I know what I'm gonna do"
It appears that 'The General' Jonathan Haggerty already has a simple, yet obvious plan when he faces 'The Kicking Machine' Superlek Kiatmoo9 this September.
With his ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title on the line, Haggerty says he is getting ready for his toughest test to date.
Superlek is known for his kicking ability, hence his moniker, and 'The General' is getting ready to combat this.
Haggerty told Sky Sports MMA Club:
"He’s just brutal. They called him ‘The Kicking Machine’. So I know what I’m facing already. I know what I’m gonna do: block his kick."
A little tongue in cheek response from Haggerty, but with a little truth to it.
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