Nico Carrillo, the Scottish Muay Thai prodigy, is stirring up the fighting scene once again with his bold declarations aimed squarely at two-sport world champion, Jonathan Haggerty. Carrillo, 25, isn’t holding back in his critique of Haggerty’s move to the same weight class, asserting his dominance as the larger contender.
In a recent interview with the South China Morning Post, Carrillo didn’t mince words when discussing his upcoming clash with Haggerty. Referring to Haggerty’s transition to bantamweight, Carrillo emphasized the difference in their sizes, claiming he’s always had the physical advantage.
Carrillo’s Challenge:
“[Haggerty] was never my weight. He has always been like 59-61 kilos. I was always like 63 1/2 coming up, so I was always just a wee bit bigger than him. And now he’s come up. He’s come up the way, and now we’ve just kind of fallen into the same.”
Nico Carrillo, currently ranked as the top bantamweight Muay Thai contender in ONE Championship, is poised to challenge Haggerty’s supremacy in the ring. With a mix of confidence and determination, Carrillo sees himself as the rightful heir to Haggerty’s throne.
Carrillo’s Aspiration:
“I was always just patient. I clapped for them and I knew when it was my turn it would come. And now it’s my turn and I’m going to take everything he’s got.”
The Clash of Titans:
The anticipation for a showdown between Carrillo and Haggerty is palpable among fight fans worldwide. As both athletes continue to dominate their respective weight classes, the prospect of them facing off promises a spectacle unlike any other.
The Inevitable Encounter:
Whether destiny brings them together in the ring sooner rather than later remains uncertain. However, one thing is clear: when Nico Carrillo and Jonathan Haggerty finally meet, the world will be watching.
Stay tuned for further updates as the rivalry between these two titans of the sport continues to unfold.
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