Jeremy “The Juggernaut” Pacatiw made a triumphant comeback after beating Chinese Wang Shuo at ONE Fight Night 21: Eersel vs. Nicolas early Saturday, April 6, at the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
The 27-year-old native of Kapangan, Benguet shook off the cobwebs off a 16-month layoff in their bantamweight MMA bout on the way to an impressive win.
It was evident that he was in top form as the Lions Nation MMA representative displayed his versatility and composure, unleashing a series of rapid exchanges on the feet.
However, Pacatiw swiftly gained the upper hand when the action transitioned to the mat, showcasing his grappling expertise.
Pacatiw wasted no time in asserting his dominance once it hit the ground. He capitalized on a moment of opportunity, securing a firm hold on Wang’s back and wrapping his legs around him in a body triangle to establish complete control.
With precision and technique, Pacatiw executed a tight rear-naked choke, gradually applying pressure as his opponent struggled to break free.
Despite Wang’s efforts, the choke was too deep, forcing him to tap out at the 2:07 mark of the first round. This marked Pacatiw’s fourth submission victory in his professional career,
With this triumph, Pacatiw’s record now stands at an impressive 13-5. On the other hand, Wang fell to 16-8.
