Joshua Pacio of Lions Nation MMA is now the undisputed ONE strawweight world champion following a second-round stoppage in his third fight against Jarred Brooks in the main event of ONE 171. This highly anticipated trilogy fight between the two top strawweight contenders had fans on the edge of their seats, knowing that the winner would take home the coveted title and bragging rights. Pacio, known for his incredible skillset and determination, proved once again why he is one of the top fighters in the strawweight division.
The fight began with both fighters showing immense respect for each other, taking their time to size each other up and look for openings to land significant strikes. However, as the first round progressed, it became clear that Pacio was on a mission to prove his dominance, landing several solid shots that left Brooks stumbling. The crowd was electric, cheering on their favorite fighter as the two athletes battled it out in the cage.
Coming into the second round, Brooks seemed to have regained his composure, but Pacio was relentless in his pursuit of victory. With a flurry of strikes that left Brooks reeling, Pacio seized the opportunity to end the fight, landing a devastating combination that sent Brooks crashing to the canvas. The referee quickly stepped in to stop the fight, declaring Pacio the winner by second-round stoppage and crowning him the new undisputed ONE strawweight world champion.
This victory is a testament to Pacio's hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Having come so close to winning the title in their previous encounters, Pacio was more determined than ever to emerge victorious in the trilogy fight. His win has sent shockwaves throughout the mixed martial arts community, with fans and pundits alike praising his incredible performance.
As the newly crowned strawweight champion, Pacio will undoubtedly face new challenges and title defenses in the future. However, for now, he can bask in the glory of his well-deserved victory, knowing that he has solidified his position as one of the top fighters in the world. The question on everyone's mind is: who will be Pacio's first title defense against? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - Pacio is ready for his first title reign and will do everything in his power to hold onto thegold.