Jonathan Haggerty’s quest to reclaim two-sport glory may have found its most compelling target, following ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong’s latest cryptic social media breadcrumb that has the combat sports world buzzing.

The promotional mastermind set speculation into overdrive Wednesday night with a characteristically minimalist Facebook post reading simply: “Haggerty vs Nabil.” While far from an official announcement, the timing and context suggest the ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title picture could be crystallizing around this dream matchup.

Haggerty’s immediate amplification of Chatri’s post across his own social channels has only fueled the rumor mill, though both fighters remain officially uncommitted to what would represent the division’s most intriguing championship collision.

“The General” represents the logical next challenger for Anane’s ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title. The 28-year-old technician currently holds the bantamweight kickboxing crown and has repeatedly expressed his desire to reclaim the Muay Thai title that Superlek violently stripped away in Denver last year.

His devastating first-round knockout loss created unfinished business that extends beyond simple revenge. Haggerty’s two-sport supremacy defined his peak years, and restoring that status would validate his recovery from career-altering defeat.

The 21-year-old Thai-Algerian prodigy presents an equally compelling narrative. Anane’s comprehensive victory over Superlek at ONE 172 should have delivered immediate championship recognition, but his coronation was delayed for months.

He dominated every aspect of their March encounter, only to watch Superlek forfeit the title on the scales due to hydration failure. His eventual elevation to undisputed status came during an impromptu ring ceremony at ONE Friday Fights 114, finally providing closure to one of the year’s most convoluted title situations.

Tokyo’s Ariake Arena could provide the stage for their fight at ONE 173 on November 16, though there has been no official confirmation.

The stylistic contrasts alone guarantee compelling action. Haggerty’s technical precision and championship experience against Anane’s physical advantages and rising confidence create natural dramatic tension.

For now, combat sports fans can only analyze social media clues and hope that Chatri’s latest tease evolves into official announcements. The pieces certainly appear aligned for what could become the year’s most compelling bantamweight championship collision.

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