Jean Claude Saclag is no longer just another fighter on Team Lakay’s roster. He is steadily becoming one of the most intriguing athletes to watch in ONE Championship. His rise is built on quiet, relentless work that is beginning to turn heads across the global stage.

The 31-year-old striker has pieced together a strong run on the ONE Friday Fights circuit. Instead of being defined by early setbacks, he has used them as fuel to sharpen his skills. Inside the gym in La Trinidad, Saclag has earned a reputation for discipline and a willingness to grind through the toughest sessions.

Earlier this year, a loss to Shazada Ataev forced him to confront gaps in his game. Rather than letting the defeat derail his career, he doubled down on his preparation. He refined his striking, polished his footwork, and embraced the rounds that pushed him beyond his limits.

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From quiet worker to rising star

Recent performances have shown the difference. Saclag now fights with control, precision, and confidence. Each appearance feels like another step toward something bigger. His evolution mirrors the blueprint that has defined Team Lakay’s most successful fighters: build steadily, strike explosively, and climb through the ranks with patience and grit.

He has moved beyond relying solely on his Wushu foundation. Saclag has developed into a well-rounded striker who can adjust on the fly, read opponents, and capitalize on openings with devastating accuracy. His growth is evident in the way he manages the pace of fights and finishes opponents with clinical timing.

Eyes set on the main roster

Saclag has a clear target. Like teammate Carlo Bumina-ang, he wants the $100,000 contract and a spot on ONE Championship’s main roster. Every fight is now more than just another bout. It’s an audition for the next stage of his career.

“For now, I need to stay sharp, be ready for whatever or whoever they will give me. I must keep on winning until I get the contract to the main roster,” he said.

Every performance matters. Saclag’s rise is a product of resilience, patience, and hunger. He is positioning himself to become the next Team Lakay fighter to break through and make noise on the biggest stage in Asian MMA.