Rodtang Jitmuangnon is a celebrated figure in the Muay Thai arena under the banner of ONE Championship. He recently garnered attention for his financial decisions. Rodtang invested in two plots of land in his homeland, Thailand, with a fight purse of 10 million baht, which is approximately US$270,000. This decision surprised many due to his more luxurious expenditures.
The quarter million US Dollar payout came on the heels of a heart-wrenching loss to Superlek Kiatmuu9. It was one of the most epic Muay Thai battles in recent decades. Despite this setback, Rodtang’s prominence in the sport remains undeniable. His stature was further evident at ONE Championship’s debut event in the U.S. He was greeted with enthusiasm by fans, with fans cheering his name. Rodtang is known for his lavish spending, but since his marriage to Aida Looksaikongdin, he has turned over a new leaf.
The buzz around Rodtang is set to amplify. There are whispers about a rematch with Superlek. Chatri Sityodtong, the CEO of ONE Championship, teased the fans about the possibility. Rodtang is the current ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion. His most recent super fight with Superlek Kiatmuu9 was a catchweight bout at 140 lbs. Superlek Kiatmuu9 is the current ONE Kickboxing Flyweight World Champion, but he missed weight against Rodtang.
The money man.
Rodtang's manager posted his 10 million baht ($270k) fight purse he received against Superlek. That makes the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion the best-paid fighter in the sport. pic.twitter.com/JLDTBxeSyv
— Beyond Kickboxing (@Beyond_Kick) October 4, 2023Rodtang famously fought Demetrious Johnson in a special rules fight. It was in the co-main event of One X, headlined by Angela Lee and Stamp Fairtex. The bout started under Muay Thai rules. It is an area where Rodtang is nothing short of a maestro. Both fighters showcased an array of striking skills. However, the dynamics changed dramatically as the fight shifted to MMA rules in the subsequent rounds. Johnson brought his arsenal of grappling techniques to the fore and defeated the Thai fighter.
Chatri Sityodtong reveals purse of 10 Million Baht for Rodtang Jitmuangnon
Rodtang Jitmuangnon is Chatri Sityodtong’s golden goose. The Thai fighter is a universal phenomenon, as evident by his popularity in North America. One Championship CEO recently revealed that Rodtang would earn 10 Million Baht per fight. It is roughly equivalent to around $300,000.
The hot topic of Rodtang’s significant contract with One Championship was recently addressed in an interview with the South China Morning Post. Reflecting on the contract, Rodtang confided that such an amount seemed almost dreamlike considering his modest background. Nonetheless, he emphasized that it only sharpened his resolve to continue giving his best performance.
The dialogue also touched upon Rodtang’s recent Mustang acquisition after his $100,000 fight bonus. He also contemplated a suitable location for a potential marquee match with Takeru Segawa. Rodtang speculated that Thailand would be a sentimental favorite. However, Japan might offer a more expansive fan base and potentially higher stakes.
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