Reece McLaren aims to outclass Jarred Brooks in strawweight division
Reece “Lightning” McLaren, the Australian veteran, is gearing up to face current ONE Interim Strawweight MMA World Champion Jarred “The Monkey God” Brooks on December 6 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. This high-stakes flyweight MMA clash is set to be a thrilling battle, with McLaren eyeing a shot at the vacant flyweight title.
Brooks, a former undisputed strawweight champion, is making the move up to flyweight in pursuit of two-division glory following the retirement of Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson. McLaren, ranked #4 in the division, believes Brooks may be out of his element at flyweight, citing his size and physicality as potential challenges.
Despite taking this fight on only one month’s notice, the 33-year-old McLaren is prepared to give it his all. While a full camp would have been ideal, McLaren is confident that his skills and determination will shine through on fight night. He is focused on delivering a top-notch performance and securing a potential shot at the ONE Flyweight MMA World Title.
For McLaren, this fight holds personal significance. In 2018, a scheduled title shot fell through due to an opponent’s injury, leaving McLaren hungry for a chance to claim the championship. Winning the World Title would be the ultimate validation of his career and a long-awaited achievement.
As McLaren prepares to face Brooks at ONE Fight Night 26, the stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable. With both fighters hungry for victory, this clash promises to be a memorable moment in the world of MMA.
