In a recent announcement by CEO and chairman of ONE Championship, Chatri Sityodtong, it has been revealed that there will be a much-anticipated rematch for the strawweight MMA title in early 2024. The reigning champion, Jarred Brooks, is set to defend his title against the former king, Joshua Pacio.
The intense rivalry between the two fighters stems from the previous title showdown in Manila last December, where Brooks emerged victorious with a dominant unanimous decision. Despite his victory, Brooks has yet to defend his belt, but the upcoming rematch with Pacio will give him the chance to solidify his championship status. On the other hand, Pacio has been eager to reclaim his title ever since his defeat and is poised to give it his all in the upcoming rematch.
The anticipation for the rematch has been building up, especially after Brooks’ recent victory over Mansur Malachiev. In a now-viral video post on Instagram, Brooks expressed his readiness to take on Pacio once again, challenging him to step up and face him in the ring. In response, Pacio has remained relatively quiet, but has indicated his interest in the rematch after his recent win against Malachiev.
With both fighters gearing up for the highly-anticipated showdown, fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement of the bout. The upcoming rematch between Pacio and Brooks is expected to be a high-stakes battle, with both fighters determined to prove themselves in the ring.
As the countdown to early 2024 begins, the tension between the two formidable opponents continues to mount. With the date of the rematch drawing closer, the world of MMA is bracing itself for an electrifying showdown between these two exceptional athletes.
Stay tuned for more updates on what promises to be an epic battle between Joshua Pacio and Jarred Brooks as they go head-to-head once again for the ONE Championship strawweight title.