Reigning ONE bantamweight kickboxing world champion and former bantamweight Muay Thai king ‘The General’ Jonathan Haggerty of the United Kingdom says energy from the crowd in Denver motivated him to face his tormentor, despite a quick exit.
Haggerty stepped into the Circle in a highly anticipated rematch against Thai rival ‘The Kicking Machine’ Superlek Kiatmoo9 at ONE 168: Denver last September, but the 27-year-old suffered a 49-second knockout loss in what was a disappointing performance.
Speaking to Sky Sports MMA Club podcast in a recent guest appearance, Haggerty addressed where he believes he made a huge mistake in his rematch with Superlek.
‘The General’ said:
“Yeah, stepped in the cage, felt great. Felt the atmosphere in front of all them fans and all the people. I’ve been on the big stages, it’s what I love to do. It was amazing, I felt at home. When the bell went, and I just felt I was a little bit too eager.”
Needless to say, Haggerty can’t wait to return to action, and he is looking to defend his ONE bantamweight kickboxing gold next.
Jonathan Haggerty back at it in the gym after super setback against Superlek: “I’ve trained everyday since”
‘The General’ Jonathan Haggerty is taking no days off after his 49-second knockout defeat to ‘The Kicking Machine’ Superlek Kiatmoo9 at ONE 168: Denver. It’s safe to say the brash Englishman is more motivated than demoralized.
‘The General’ told Sky Sports MMA Club podcast:
“I’ve trained everyday since my last fight apart from the first two days after it. I’m still in the gym, still working on myself.”
Fans can expect Haggerty to be back stronger than ever when he does return, and ‘The General’ is seeking to reclaim his lost glory.
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