WATCH: World title rivals Rodtang, Jacob Smith share a laidback moment during ONE 169's official photoshoots

A wholesome moment between world title opponents Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Jacob Smith was captured during the official photoshoots of the ONE 169 card before they face each other inside the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. This moment was posted by ONE Championship on their official Instagram account with the caption:

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"Photobomb 📸 Rodtang and Jacob Smith throw down for the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Title at ONE 169 this Friday! Who you got? @rodtang_jimungnon @jsmithmuaythai"

The current number three-ranked contender photobombed the defending ONE flyweight Muay Thai world champion's photo session, and they posted a photo together with smiles all over their faces.

This epitomizes the spirit of a true martial artist, because they have so much respect for each other despite the impending battle that will transpire a few days from now.

Rodtang refuses to give a prediction for the outcome of his match with Jacob Smith at ONE 169

The respect that Rodtang has for Smith is not just for show. He proved just how much he respects his upcoming opponent again during the media day and face-offs.

The Jitmuangnon Gym representative was asked to give his prediction on the fight's outcome, but he refused to answer it directly. Instead, he just encouraged everyone to tune in on the fight, as he stated:

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"I think we have to see what happens in the ring because that would be the best answer. Now, I cannot really give any answer."

Rodtang aims to reassert his mastery over Smith, much like when he scored a unanimous decision victory during their first meeting in May 2022 at ONE 157.

The stacked ONE 169 card goes inside the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Nov. 8 and North American viewers with an active Prime Video subscription can watch all the action live and for free.

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