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Potential Showdown Between Jonathan Haggerty and Nico Carrillo Gains Momentum

Liam Harrison suggests Carrillo's size and strength could pose a challenge for Haggerty, but warns against underestimating the current bantamweight Muay Thai champion.

  • Jonathan Haggerty is set to defend his ONE bantamweight Muay Thai title against Brazilian standout Felip Lobo at ONE Fight Night 19 on February 16.
  • Nico Carrillo, who recently secured his third-straight victory under the ONE banner and is now ranked fifth in the bantamweight Muay Thai rankings, is seen as a potential challenger for Haggerty's title.
  • Liam Harrison, a prominent figure in the Muay Thai community, believes a fight between Haggerty and Carrillo would be a major event and is the logical next step in the bantamweight division.
  • Harrison has praised both fighters but suggests that Carrillo's size and strength could give him the edge in a potential match-up with Haggerty.
  • However, Harrison also acknowledges Haggerty's dangerousness and ability to surprise, suggesting the outcome of a potential fight is far from certain.
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