Phetjeeja discusses pressure and nerves ahead of Muay Thai title fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:14 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom, ONE Women’s Atomweight Kickboxing World Champion, opens up about the pressures she faces as she prepares to challenge for the ONE Women’s Atomweight Muay Thai World Title against Allycia Hellen Rodrigues on June 19 at The Inner Circle 19 in Bangkok. Despite her impressive record of over 200 victories, Phetjeeja reveals she still experiences nerves before every fight, reflecting on the heightened expectations as a top athlete. She also shares her struggles with criticism on social media and how it affects her emotional well-being. Moving forward, Phetjeeja aims to manage these challenges as she continues her pursuit of becoming a two-sport World Champion.
- •Phetjeeja faces Allycia Hellen Rodrigues on June 19 for the Muay Thai title.
- •She has never lost in ONE Championship and has over 200 career victories.
- •Phetjeeja admits to feeling nervous before every fight, despite her experience.
- •Criticism on social media affects her emotional health, showcasing her vulnerability.
- •Managing nerves is crucial for her performance in high-stakes events.
- 9:14 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Take It To Heart Sometimes’ – Pound-For-Pound Great Phetjeeja Opens Up About Pressure, Criticism, And Vulnerability
"The Thai star reveals the anxieties and challenges that still follow her every day.
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