Jonathan Di Bella got an unexpected message of support from none other than Paulie Malignaggi.
This heartwarming gesture couldn’t have come at a better time for Di Bella. After all, he’s gearing up for a crucial title defense against Danial Williams at ONE Fight Night 15 on Prime Video on October 6.
The display of support from Malignaggi came in the form of a comment on a clip that Di Bella shared on Instagram.
The video depicted the moment he became the ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Champion after defeating Zhang Peimian in October 2022.
“Your life’s work shows in these natural emotional moments. When we sacrifice so much for our goals and then achieve them, it’s a beautiful thing. Keep up the great work, champ,” Malignaggi wrote.
The significance of Malignaggi’s support cannot be understated, especially considering his illustrious career.
Before transitioning to a role as a boxing commentator, Malignaggi was a two-division Boxing World Champion.
His list of opponents reads like a who’s who of boxing legends, including Miguel Cotto, Ricky Hatton, Juan Diaz, Amir Khan, and Zab Judah.
Malignaggi’s deep-rooted knowledge of the fight game makes his endorsement a testament to Di Bella’s skill and potential.