Combat Galaxy

Per reports, Charles Oliveira recently signed a new 8 fight contract with the UFC.

Charles turns 37 this year.

Arman Tsarukyan books ANOTHER match with RAF, this time against Tony Ferguson the night before UFC White House.

The fight between Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Takeru Segawa surprised many people, especially since Rodtang isn’t known for losing easily.

Here are the main reasons why Rodtang lost:

1. Different fighting styles (Muay Thai vs Kickboxing)
Rodtang comes from Muay Thai (heavy use of clinch, elbows, pressure), while Takeru is a kickboxer (fast movement, strong punch-kick combinations).
👉 Under kickboxing rules, Rodtang’s clinch advantage is limited.

2. Takeru’s speed & combinations
Takeru is known for:

* fast hands
* continuous combinations
* sharp footwork

This made it difficult for Rodtang to find his usual timing.

3. Rodtang’s defensive gaps
Rodtang is famous for his “tank” style (absorbing shots to move forward).
👉 Against someone like Takeru:

* he becomes more exposed to counters
* can lose on points
* higher risk of knockdowns

4. Takeru’s game plan & discipline
Takeru fought with a very smart strategy:

* controlled distance well
* quick in-and-out movement
* avoided prolonged exchanges

This neutralized Rodtang’s pressure.

5. Fight tempo & momentum
If Rodtang can’t apply pressure early:

* he looks less dominant
* judges tend to favor Takeru’s output

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Simple conclusion:
Rodtang didn’t lose because he’s weak — it was the match-up, rules, and opponent’s style that gave Takeru the advantage.