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Jarred Brooks: The Journey to Becoming a World Champion

Discover the inspiring journey of Jarred Brooks, the ONE strawweight MMA world champion. Follow his path to greatness and get ready for the highly anticipated rematch against Joshua Pacio.

|Jarred Brooks, also known as ‘The Monkey God,’ has overcome numerous obstacles to become the ONE strawweight MMA world champion.|

|Reflecting on his career, Brooks revealed that he had to rely on himself to achieve success.|

|On March 1, Brooks will defend his title in a rematch against Joshua Pacio at ONE 166: Qatar.|

|Pacio, determined to reclaim his title, has been training relentlessly at a new gym.|

|Don’t miss the action-packed event, airing live on Friday, March 1.|

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The Inspiring Journey of Jarred Brooks

Jarred Brooks, also known as ‘The Monkey God,’ has overcome numerous obstacles to reach the pinnacle of his career in mixed martial arts. With an impressive record of 20-2, Brooks has proven that hard work and self-belief can lead to greatness.

A Champion’s Path

Brooks made his promotional debut in 2021 and quickly made a name for himself with three consecutive victories. His dominant performances against Lito Adiwang, Hiroba Minowa, and Bokang Masunyane earned him a shot at the ONE Championship gold.

In the main event of ONE 164, Brooks faced the reigning champion Joshua Pacio. With a display of skill and determination, Brooks delivered a five-round masterclass, securing the ONE strawweight MMA strap.

The Road Less Traveled

Reflecting on his journey, Brooks revealed that he had to rely on himself to achieve his dreams. Despite limited support, he persevered and took control of his career. "Nobody gave a s**t about me," Brooks candidly shared in an interview with FightWave. "I had to put things into my own hands, and that’s exactly what I did."

The Rematch

On March 1, Brooks will defend his strawweight MMA world title against Joshua Pacio in a highly anticipated rematch. The two warriors will face off at ONE 166, which promises to be an unforgettable event at the Lusail Sports Arena in Qatar.

Pacio earned his shot at redemption with an impressive victory over Mansur Malachiev at ONE Fight Night 15. Determined to reclaim his title, Pacio has been training relentlessly at a new gym, ready to end Brooks’ win streak and become a two-time champion.

The Battle Begins

As the world watches, the question remains: Will Joshua Pacio rise to the occasion and dethrone the reigning champion, or will Jarred Brooks continue his dominance and solidify his status as a true MMA legend?

Don’t miss the action-packed ONE 166: Qatar, airing live on Friday, March 1, via global pay-per-view at watch.onefc.com.


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