ONE Championship™, the world’s biggest martial arts organization, has officially kicked off the fight week festivities with the pre-event press conference for ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang. The event, set for March 23 at the iconic Saitama Super Arena in Japan, promises an action-packed card featuring some of the best striking talent in the world.
Main Event: Takeru vs. Rodtang – A Kickboxing War
The main event features a highly anticipated flyweight kickboxing super-fight between two of the sport’s biggest names. #2-ranked contender Takeru Segawa of Japan, a three-division K-1 World Champion, is set to face #1-ranked contender and former ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon of Thailand in a five-round showdown.
This fight isn’t just about rankings—it’s about legacy. Will Takeru’s speed and precision break through Rodtang’s legendary toughness? Or will Rodtang’s relentless pressure and power prove too much for the Japanese superstar?
ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong summed it up best:
"My prediction for the main event is somebody’s going to get knocked out. Takeru is going to knock out Rodtang, or Rodtang is going to knock out Takeru. This is one of the biggest fights in kickboxing history!"
Stacked Card with Five World Title Fights
Aside from the blockbuster main event, ONE 172 will showcase five world championship fights featuring elite competitors across multiple disciplines:
🔥 Tawanchai PK Saenchai vs. Masaaki Noiri – ONE Interim Featherweight Kickboxing World Title
🔥 Superlek Kiatmoo9 vs. Nabil Anane – ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title Unification
🔥 Adriano Moraes vs. Yuya Wakamatsu – ONE Flyweight MMA World Title
🔥 Jonathan Di Bella vs. Sam-A Gaiyanghadao – ONE Interim Strawweight Kickboxing World Title
🔥 Kana Morimoto vs. Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom – ONE Women’s Atomweight Kickboxing World Title
With world champions, rising superstars, and fierce rivalries taking center stage, ONE 172 is a must-watch for every fight fan.
Where to Watch
Fans worldwide can catch all the action live via watch.onefc.com on pay-per-view (PPV). Viewers in Japan can access the event exclusively through U-NEXT.
Fight Week Hype
Takeru expressed his excitement for the fight, stating:
“I won three titles in K-1, and for the last challenge of my career, I chose ONE Championship. And the reason is Rodtang. He’s been the best for a long time. If I beat him, I’ll be number one in the world.”
Rodtang, never one to back down, responded with confidence:
“I’m happy to fight Takeru. I’ve been watching his career, and I know this will be a great fight. I’ll be representing ONE Championship, and I’m looking forward to fight night.”
ONE 172 Partners
ONE Championship extends its gratitude to its official event partners:
✅ U-NEXT (Exclusive Japan PPV Partner)
✅ Monster Energy (Global Energy Drink Partner)
✅ Walrus (Global Blockchain Partner)
✅ Eminers & CPA Excellent Partners (Supporting Partners)
Will Takeru rise to the occasion and take the #1 spot? Or will Rodtang prove once again why he’s one of the most feared strikers in combat sports? One thing’s for sure—March 23 is going to be a night to remember!
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