Takeru Annihilates Rodtang at ONE Samurai, Retires as Flyweight Kickboxing Champ
Key Questions
What was the outcome of Takeru vs. Rodtang at ONE Samurai?
Takeru annihilated Rodtang in the fifth round to win the flyweight interim kickboxing title. This victory avenged Takeru's prior loss to Rodtang.
Did Takeru retire after the fight?
Yes, Takeru announced his retirement as the flyweight kickboxing champion following the win. He vacated the interim title upon retiring.
What is the fan reaction to the Takeru-Rodtang fight?
Fans have expressed backlash, claiming the fight was 'scripted.' There is also disappointment over no unification bout with Superlek.
Takeru smashes Rodtang in R5 for flyweight interim title, avenges prior loss, announces retirement; fan backlash over 'scripted' fight, no Superlek unification; May8 ONE double-header hype. Monitor ONE kick/Muay division future.
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Updated May 6, 2026