ONE 172: “Correctly win my combat and repay everybody”

For Takeru Segawa, nothing would fairly beat the sensation of beating Rodtang Jitmuangnon with a house benefit on his aspect contained in the Saitama Tremendous Area.

The previous three-division Okay-1 champion laces the eight-ounce gloves for the third time contained in the world’s largest martial arts group alongside ‘The Iron Man’ in the primary occasion of the group’s blockbuster return to Japan, ONE 172.

Earlier than they throw down on March 23, ‘The Pure Born Crusher’ talked concerning the alternative to headline such an enormous occasion and why it is of utmost significance for him to return out victorious of their five-round flyweight kickboxing invoice.

Takeru informed the media members in attendance throughout a ONE 172 open exercise session in Tokyo:

“I am completely happy to be a part of such a lineup. I’ve wished to do [this match] for a very long time. I’ve had many hardships in my combating profession, however I really feel blessed now.”

The Group Vasileus martial artist continued:

“As the primary occasion fighter, I wish to witness everybody’s victories after which correctly win my combat and repay everybody.”

Takeru fired as much as come out victorious after falling quick in final combat in Japan

After dropping in ‘The Land of the Rising Solar’ in his final look, Takeru is aware of there isn’t any higher stage for him to reward his large fanbase.

Regardless of arising quick in opposition to Superlek, who stepped in for the injured Rodtang at ONE 165 in January final 12 months, the Team Vasileus martial artist’s resolute display to survive ‘The Kicking Machine’s non-stop onslaught gained him the hearts of tens of millions.

Braveness alone might not be sufficient as soon as extra in opposition to somebody of Rodtang’s caliber.

But when his defeat to Superlek served as a priceless lesson, there’s each purpose to imagine ‘The Natural Born Crusher’ might effectively be on his option to essentially the most iconic wins on his resume on March 23.

Combat followers can catch ONE 172 dwell by way of pay-per-view at watch.onefc.com.