Rodtang vs. Takeru 2: Flyweight World Title Rematch & Record Breakdown | ONE Samurai 1

The "Iron Man" and the "Natural Born Crusher" are finally running it back. On April 29, 2026, the combat sports world turns its eyes to Tokyo as Rodtang Jitmuangnon defends his throne against the legendary Takeru Segawa in a rematch that promises to be the most violent technical display in flyweight history.

Following their first controversial encounter, the bad blood has only intensified. Here is the full breakdown of the ONE Samurai 1 co-main event.

Rodtang vs. Takeru record

Rodtang Jitmuangnon, the reigning ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion, enters with a staggering professional record of 272 wins and 43 losses. Known for his legendary "chin of granite," Rodtang has become a global superstar by dismantling the world's best with relentless forward pressure and terrifying power.

Takeru Segawa holds a world-class kickboxing record of 43 wins and 3 losses. As the only three-division champion in K-1 history, Takeru is a technician of the highest order. He enters this bout looking to solidify his legacy by becoming the first man to truly solve the "Rodtang puzzle" on the global stage of ONE Championship.

Tale of the Tape: Height & Weight

This bout is set at the Flyweight limit of 61.2 kg (135 lbs).

Rodtang stands at 5'6" (168 cm) with a compact, explosive build designed for pocket fighting. Takeru holds a slight height advantage at 5'7" (170 cm) and typically carries a leaner, more agile frame that allows for rapid-fire combinations and superior footwork.

Clash of Styles: Unstoppable Force vs. Immovable Object

This is the ultimate stylistic collision in flyweight kickboxing.

Rodtang fights with a "walk-through-fire" mentality. He utilizes a heavy lead-leg kick and devastating hooks to break his opponent's spirit. His strategy is simple: force a high-variance brawl where his superior durability and bone-breaking power can end the night in a single exchange.

Takeru is the master of the "Kill-Zone" combination. His style is built on high-volume accuracy—mixing lightning-fast low kicks with multi-level punching flurries. Unlike Rodtang’s raw power, Takeru relies on "The Overload," hitting his opponents so many times from so many angles that their guard inevitably collapses under the pressure.

ONE Samurai 1: Date and Venue

The Rodtang vs. Takeru rematch will co-headline ONE Samurai 1 on April 29, 2026.

The event takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Given the stakes and the history between these two icons, this event is projected to shatter attendance records for kickboxing in the modern era.