Rodtang Vs. Takeru II For ONE Interim Flyweight Kickboxing World Title Set For ONE Samurai 1
The rematch the combat sports world has been eagerly awaiting has arrived.
ONE Championship has announced that Thai megastar Rodtang “The Iron Man” Jitmuangnon will run it back with Japanese kickboxing icon Takeru “Natural Born Krusher” Segawa in a five-round super-fight for the ONE Interim Flyweight Kickboxing World Title.
This monumental clash of striking titans will headline the inaugural ONE Samurai 1 on Wednesday, April 29, broadcasting live from the historic Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The new monthly event series promises to showcase Japan’s elite martial arts superstars competing on the global stage.
When these two legends first collided in the main event of ONE 172 in March 2025, it was billed as the ultimate dream matchup. What unfolded inside a packed Saitama Super Arena, however, was pure, unadulterated shock.
After a brief, fiery exchange in the opening moments, Rodtang uncorked a devastating left hook that caught Takeru flush on the chin. The Japanese superstar was flattened, unable to answer the referee’s count. In just 80 seconds, “The Iron Man” had silenced Tokyo and secured a highlight-reel knockout.
The Thai juggernaut proved exactly why his relentless forward pressure, iron chin, and terrifying knockout power make him a nightmare for anyone. He delivered on the biggest stage, but the sudden, violent end to the dream fight left fans starving for a definitive final chapter.
Rodtang brings a 17-2 promotional record and staggering 274-43 career mark into this rematch, having established himself as one of the most exciting and dominant strikers in the world today.
For the 34-year-old Takeru, this rematch is about much more than just the ONE Interim Flyweight Kickboxing World Title. It is about legacy, redemption, and survival.
Following the devastating setback against Rodtang, the former three-division K-1 Champion refused to let his story end in the first round. He returned to the Ariake Arena at ONE 173 in November 2025, unleashing his trademark aggressive striking to secure an emphatic second-round TKO over rugged veteran Denis “The Bosnian Menace” Puric.
That vintage performance proved that “Natural Born Krusher” still possesses the world-class speed, precision, and finishing instinct that made him one of the most decorated kickboxers of his generation.
But during the ONE Samurai press conference in Tokyo earlier this month, Takeru confirmed news that many fans surely want him to rescind: this upcoming rematch with Rodtang will be the final fight of his legendary career.
Takeru made his highly anticipated debut in the world’s largest martial arts organization in January 2024, where he faced off against “The Kicking Machine” Superlek in a fight many consider to be one of the greatest striking matches in history. That back-and-forth war showcased Takeru’s elite-level skills and proved why he belongs among the world’s best.
Takeru’s 45-5 career record speaks to decades of excellence across multiple promotions. His technical brilliance, precise striking, and championship experience have made him one of the most accomplished kickboxers of his generation.
The stakes have never been higher. For Takeru, it is a chance to avenge the most brutal defeat of his life, capture ONE gold, and ride off into the sunset as a ONE World Champion. For Rodtang, it is the opportunity to shut down his biggest rival for good and further cement his status.
Stay tuned to onefc.com for more news and bout announcements for ONE Samurai 1.
