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Joe Rogan shares thoughts on Muay Thai after watching Superlek Kitamoo9 vs Rodtang Jitmuangnon: 'Excitement is off the charts'

2023-09-26 20:51
Joe Rogan praised the Muay Thai match between Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Superlek Kitamoo9
Joe Rogan shares thoughts on Muay Thai after watching Superlek Kitamoo9 vs Rodtang Jitmuangnon: 'Excitement is off the charts'

AUSTIN, TEXAS: The thrilling Muay Thai match between divisional Muay Thai monarch Rodtang Jitmuangnon and ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion Superlek Kitamoo9 had Joe Rogan completely enthralled.

At Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 22, the main event of ONE Friday Fights 34 was a 140-pound catchweight fight between the two fighters. 'JRE' host recently shared his thoughts on the match.

Joe Rogan and Matt Brown praised Superlek Kitamoo9 vs Rodtang Jitmuangnon

Rogan opened up about the Muay Thai match Superlek Kitamoo9 vs Rodtang Jitmuangnon. He declared that he thought Muay Thai had a great chance of thriving in the West.

Rogan stated on Instagram, “Out of all the combat sports out there, Muay Thai has the biggest untapped potential in the Western world. The talent is there, the excitement is off the charts. I think it’s just going to take the right organization with deep pockets to make it as huge as it deserves to be over here.”

He went on to say, “Absolutely amazing fight between two masters of the art at ONE Championship.” He spoke after UFC fighter Matt Brown, who highlighted the appeal of Muay Thai on a global level.

Brown remarked, “How is Muay Thai not the biggest sport in the world? Would you rather watch football? Or soccer? I don’t get it. Respect to these killers, Rodtang and Superlek. Thanks for an amazing fight!”

Who won in Superlek Kitamoo9 vs Rodtang Jitmuangnon?

Superlek Kitamoo9 and Rodtang Jitmuangnon left the audience on the edge of their seats with their amazing talent and heart. Rodtang threw a barrage of punches and occasionally incorporated strong elbows.

Superlek expertly avoided danger and launched timed counterattacks in the aftermath. However, there could only be one winner. On that particular evening, Superlek defeated Rodtang by unanimous decision.

Superlek's lifetime record now stands at 136-29, laying the groundwork for what may turn into a legendary rivalry.

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