“The tougher our matches, the more we grow” – Kade Ruotolo says elite competition brings out the best

According to Kade Ruotolo, the current and undisputed ONE lightweight submission grappling world champion, he and his twin brother Tye perform their best when facing the most challenging and skilled opponents.

At just 21 years old, these BJJ phenoms are considered some of the most skilled grapplers in the world. With their whole careers ahead of them, their potential is limitless.

In a recent interview with ONE Championship, Kade discussed how he and his brother always seek out the most difficult challenges in their professional endeavors.

The American celebrity stated:

“We’ve always noticed that the tougher our matches, the more we grow as a fighter, as an individual afterwards. It’s a win or a loss, you always grow so much after a tough war instead of just a match you’re expected to win.”

Kade confidently speaks like a true champion. Interestingly, he reveals that his next opponent could possibly be the most challenging one he has encountered during his time with ONE Championship.

Ruotolo is scheduled to face off against 23-year-old Brazilian sensation ‘Chico’ Francisco Lo in a 180-pound catchweight submission grappling match at ONE Fight Night 21: Eersel vs. Nicolas, which will be available to watch on Prime Video.

The event is scheduled to be aired live on Friday, April 5th from the renowned Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fans residing in both the United States and Canada will have the opportunity to watch ONE Fight Night 21: Eersel vs. Nicolas live and at no extra cost by having an active subscription to Amazon Prime Video.

Kade Ruotolo Teases Move to MMA: “I’m Ready to Take on a New Challenge”

Kade Ruotolo, at just 21 years old, has accomplished what others strive for their whole lives. He holds the title of world champion in the biggest martial arts organization and has solidified his supremacy in the world of submission grappling.

Is there anything remaining for the American star to accomplish? It appears that their rumored move to MMA may be the next step.

In a recent interview with South China Morning Post, Ruotolo stated:

“I believe this will be my last jiu-jitsu match this year until my MMA match, which is really exciting. So definitely in the near future, but I got a lot of jiu-jitsu matches that I want to do this year, so it’s going to be a busy year.”