Muay Thai Queen: Allycia Rodrigues faces tough challenge from Johanna Persson

Allycia Hellen Rodrigues will defend her ONE Championship atomweight Muay Thai title against Johanna Persson at Lumpinee Stadium, Bangkok — scheduled to take place in three weeks.

Rodrigues, who has dominated the division since five years ago — when she defeated Stamp Fairtex in a stunning upset — now faces a new challenge from the dangerous Swedish fighter.

The reigning champion recently demonstrated her dominance three months ago by defeating Marie McManamon in the fourth round, adding to her fight collection that now reaches 41 bouts.

Johanna Persson brings an impressive resume to this fight:

• WBC World Champion
• ISKA World Champion
• European Champion
• Nordic Champion
• Swedish Champion

The aggressive fighting style and lethal clinch techniques from both fighters — promise a battle that will be a severe test for the defending champion.