Allycia Hellen Rodrigues Gears Up to Defend World Title at ONE Fight Night 20

06 March 2024

As anticipation builds for ONE Fight Night 20: Todd vs. Phetjeeja, Brazilian sensation Allycia Hellen Rodrigues is gearing up to defend her ONE Women’s Atomweight Muay Thai World Title in U.S. primetime this Friday, March 8. Rodrigues, a formidable force in the ring, will face off against Cristina Morales in the co-main event, set to be streamed live on Prime Video.

Fired up after an unsuccessful bid for the strawweight Muay Thai crown, Rodrigues is determined to put her gold on the line and reassert her dominance in the atomweight division. Despite a previous foray into a higher weight class last September, Rodrigues is now singularly focused on maintaining her title at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Expressing her unwavering determination, Rodrigues stated, “I always focus on my fights, but whenever I defend my belt, that focus is doubled. This time I’m not going to let anything get in my way. Nothing at all. I can’t wait to fight and show who I really am."

Facing a formidable opponent in Cristina Morales, a three-time Kickboxing World Champion, Rodrigues acknowledges the challenge ahead but remains confident in her abilities. She anticipates an exhilarating showdown, emphasizing Morales' striking prowess while asserting her own expertise in Muay Thai.

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Reflecting on her previous setback against Smilla Sundell, Rodrigues acknowledges her disappointment but remains undeterred in her pursuit of greatness. With her sights set on a knockout victory, Rodrigues is poised to deliver a statement performance, showcasing her unparalleled skills and determination.

As fight night approaches, fans can expect nothing short of a thrilling display of athleticism and skill as Rodrigues defends her coveted title with unwavering resolve and determination.