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Jackie Buntan Eyes Active Year and World Title Rematch in ONE Championship

After a year of reflection and skill honing, Muay Thai star Jackie Buntan is set to make a dramatic return to the ring, eyeing a busy 2024 and a rematch for the strawweight world title.

  • Jackie Buntan, after a year-long hiatus focusing on physical and mental recovery, is ready to return to ONE Championship with an aim to be more active in 2024.
  • Buntan expresses her desire for a rematch with Smilla Sundell for the ONE strawweight Muay Thai world championship, emphasizing her readiness and improved skills.
  • Exploring new challenges, Buntan is also considering a debut in ONE kickboxing, leveraging her striking skills in a different combat sport.
  • Support from fellow fighters and fans fuels Buntan's motivation for a comeback, with many eager to see her return to form and compete for the world title.
  • Despite speculation, Buntan has no immediate plans to move to the atomweight division, focusing instead on unfinished business in the strawweight ranks.
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