Haggerty Targeted Rematches After Title Defense
Jonathan Haggerty has expressed interest in fighting rivals Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Superlek Kiatmoo9 again.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Multi-division ONE Championship titleholder Jonathan Haggerty is eyeing rematches with Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Superlek Kiatmoo9. Haggerty is currently preparing to defend his bantamweight kickboxing title against Hiroki Akimoto next month.
Why it matters
Haggerty seeks to settle scores with two high-profile rivals who previously secured significant victories over him in the circle. Securing these matchups would allow the champion a chance to avenge past losses while further cementing his legacy across multiple divisions.
Jonathan Haggerty, 29, has defended his kickboxing title across 5-round bouts against Wei Rui and Yuki Yoza. He previously suffered a loss to Superlek Kiatmoo9 in just 49 seconds and was stopped in the third round by Rodtang Jitmuangnon.
The players
Jonathan Haggerty
He is a 29-year-old athlete who holds championship titles in both Muay Thai and kickboxing within ONE Championship.
Rodtang Jitmuangnon
He is a prominent combat sports athlete who holds a victory over Haggerty and recently secured a new multi-fight contract with ONE Championship.
Superlek Kiatmoo9
He is a highly ranked fighter who defeated Haggerty in Denver and is currently recovering from a torn ACL surgery.
Hiroki Akimoto
He is a professional kickboxer scheduled to challenge Haggerty for his bantamweight title in October 2026.
The details
Haggerty remains the reigning ONE Championship Muay Thai and kickboxing titleholder, looking toward Tokyo for his upcoming competition. His potential opponents face different statuses, with Superlek recently undergoing surgery for a torn ACL sustained in August 2026, while Rodtang remains active under a new contract signed in July 2026.
Timeline
2019: Rodtang Jitmuangnon captured the flyweight Muay Thai title from Haggerty.
2020: Rodtang Jitmuangnon defeated Haggerty during their rematch.
July 2026: Rodtang Jitmuangnon signed a new contract with ONE Championship.
August 2026: Superlek Kiatmoo9 suffered a torn ACL in Bangkok.
October 2026: Haggerty is scheduled to defend his title against Hiroki Akimoto.
Season Trajectory
These proposed rematches follow the competitive momentum set at ONE 168 in Denver and shape the future landscape of the promotion's premier weight classes. The availability of top contenders remains a key factor in determining how these high-stakes bouts impact the divisional rankings.
The upcoming title defense against Hiroki Akimoto serves as a critical test for Haggerty’s standing as a dual-division champion. A victory in October 2026 is necessary to maintain his momentum while negotiations for future high-profile rematches continue.
The takeaway
Fighters often look to avenge past losses to solidify their status as the definitive best in their weight class. Tracking how athletes navigate recovery from injuries like ACL tears is essential for understanding the timing of future high-stakes championship bouts.
Further reading
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