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Team Lakay’s rising star Janro “Mark” Sangiao is determined to bounce back after suffering his first loss in ONE Championship history, losing to Enku-Orgil Baatarkoo after a six-fight win streak.
MANILA, Philippines – After suffering his first mixed martial arts defeat, Janro Mark Sangiao wants nothing more than to redeem the opportunity he missed.
Speaking on the team's YouTube channel, “Team Lakay's Table Talks,” the 21-year-old revealed that he just wants revenge against Enkh-Orgil Ba'atarkui, who blew a dent in his once unbeaten record late last year.
The second-generation fighter admitted he was not fully prepared to face the Mongolian powerhouse. Baatarkoo displayed a different kind of toughness than Sanjao had ever seen from his previous opponents.
“To be honest, I wasn't very prepared for that match,” Sangiao said.
“Physically I felt 100% ready, but mentally there were just too many distractions. Unfortunately it didn't work out for me, but it's not the end of the world.”
The 21-year-old feels he may have given up too soon after Baataricu landed the kimura.
It was a tough loss for Sangiao to accept, especially after he had hurt the 34-year-old on the ropes early in the bout. However, Sangiao was unable to make the most of his advantage, allowing Baatarkoo to rejoin the fight and take the lead in the second round.
“After that match I really reflected and looked at the mistakes I made during the match. I felt like I gave up too easily,” he said.
“That kimura wasn't fully extended, but I don't know what I was thinking. I had him totally in the first round. I think I was the first one to hurt him.”
Sangiao attributes the loss to lessons learned and experience gained, especially since his first six opponents did not force him to fight as hard as Baatarkhu did.
“My mind was on the match but honestly in my mind I was thinking, 'Why am I in this position? How did this happen?' I'm usually on top and in control and all of a sudden I was on the bottom and being controlled,” he said.
“I think it's a combination of fatigue and pressure, but that's the reality.”
Sanjao still had respect for his former tormentor, but promised that if he ever had the chance to challenge Baatalku again, he would forgive him.
“Thank you Enkh Olgil,” Sanjao said, “but I will come back and get my revenge.” – Rappler.com
