Discover the journey of Kade Ruotolo, ONE lightweight submission grappling world champion, as he prepares for his transition to MMA. Get insights into his upcoming rematch and the excitement surrounding his debut. Don’t miss ONE 165: Superlek vs. Takeru on January 28.
| Kade Ruotolo, ONE lightweight submission grappling world champion, is set to face Tommy Langaker in a rematch at ONE 165.
| Ruotolo has been training in both grappling and striking, preparing for his transition to MMA.
| Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, is excited for the MMA debut of Ruotolo twins, praising their athleticism and predicting their success.
| Catch the action at ONE 165: Superlek vs. Takeru on January 28.
Kade Ruotolo’s Transition to MMA
ONE lightweight submission grappling world champion Kade Ruotolo has expressed his intention to make the leap to MMA, marking the next phase of his promising career. Before stepping into the world of four-ounce gloves, the 21-year-old is focused on his upcoming rematch with Tommy Langaker at ONE 165 in Tokyo. Ruotolo, the youngest ADCC world champion, has been diversifying his training to include striking in preparation for his move to MMA. He aims to secure a victory in his grappling division before making his highly anticipated debut in the cage.
Chatri Sityodtong’s Excitement for Ruotolo Twins
Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship , expressed his enthusiasm for the MMA debut of both Kade and Tye Ruotolo. In an interview on the Thicc Boy podcast, Sityodtong praised the twins’ athleticism and wrestling skills, predicting their success in the world of mixed martial arts. He emphasized their explosive power, impressive cardio, and the potential for unstoppable dominance once their striking abilities catch up to their grappling prowess.
Don’t miss the action at ONE 165: Superlek vs. Takeru, airing live on Sunday, January 28, via global pay-per-view on watch.onefc.com.
