Folayang sees Pacio as future two-division champ
Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA) icon Eduard 'Landslide' Folayang believes his teammate Joshua Pacio has the potential to become a two-division MMA world champion.
Pacio, who currently holds the ONE strawweight MMA world championship, will challenge reigning flyweight champion Yuya 'Little Piranha' Wakamatsu at ONE 173: Superbon vs Noiri on November 16 in Tokyo, Japan.
Folayang praises Pacio's discipline, humility, and willingness to push beyond his limits, noting that if he wins, it will make him the Philippines' first two-division MMA world champion.
He emphasizes Pacio’s heart and dedication, stating that fighting for the people who believe in him, the country, and God makes him dangerous and capable of achieving great things.
Folayang also highlights how inspiring Pacio's position is for Philippine fighters, underscoring the significance of making history for the Philippines with hard work, discipline, and faith.
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