ONE Championship is on the verge of booking Fabricio Andrey and Kade Ruotolo . According to Andrey’s manager the date targeted is une 27 in Thailand. Paperwork is expected to be finalized this week.
The matchup which will take place under jiu jitsu rules puts Ruotolo’s ONE Championship title on the line against one of the most technically gifted grapplers in the sport. For Andrey the opportunity comes with a significant physical adjustment.
A natural 145 lbs (66 kg) competitor who has been campaigning at 154 lbs (70 kg) under ONE Championship’s hydration based weight system he will be stepping up to the 170 lbs (77 kg) division to take on Ruotolo on the big stage.
“He competes at 154 lbs (70 kg) in ONE FC, which is hydrated weight. He’s actually 145 lbs (66 kg), so he competes at 154, and he’ll be competing at 170 (77 kg). To challenge Kade. For his belt,” his manager explained on MMA Hoje broadcast explained, laying out just how significant the size climb will be for the Brazilian.
Despite the weight gap confidence in the quality of this contest is running high among those with inside knowledge of the booking.
“I believe it will be the match of the year,”
With two elite grapplers known for their relentless pace and finishing ability the June 27 card in Thailand now has an undeniable centerpiece.
