King Kamali Says Andrew Jacked Is Peaking at the Perfect Time for Arnold Classic Domination
The Arnold Classic isn’t just another show. It’s the battlefield where bodybuilders with elite physiques prove their greatness. In the latest episode of the IRON OG’s unfiltered, host Armon Abidi turned up the heat and asked the other hosts one question – “Who’s your money on?”
Even with his preferences, King Kamali would choose one athlete who is poised to do more than show up. Andrew Jacked is the bodybuilder to watch, and Kamali shares his own reasons for choosing Andrew.
Andrew Jacked Profile & Stats
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Full Name: Chinedu Andrew Obieka (Men’s Open Bodybuilder) | ||
| Weight | Height | Date Of Birth |
| 266 lbs | 6’2″ | 1985 |
| Division | Era | Nationality |
| Men’s Open Bodybuilding | 2020 | Nigerian |
Andrew Jacked has been on a momentum run in the Men’s Open division over the last few years. Following his performance at the 2025 Olympia, where he got 3rd place, Andrew dominated the stage and won at the 2025 Romania Muscle Fest Pro, securing his spot for the next Olympia in 2026. With these recent accolades, it’s clear that Andrew’s confidence will become his weapon and could lead the way in the Arnold Classic.
High Stakes Competition With Other Contestants
The Arnold lineup is stacked with threats. Names like Hadi Choopan, Brandon Curry, and Martin Fitzwater all entered the discussion as potential spoilers depending on who shows up at their absolute best. King Kamali emphasized that if the political background in Iran hadn’t there, he would have Hadi a little bit ahead of Andrew.
“Yeah, I’m going to lean and go with Chris right here. If, but I will say if, Hadi wasn’t having all these political issues and all that stuff, and it was just him going into the show, I would have Hadi ahead of Andrew a little bit. But because of all the collateral damage and all that stuff, I’m going to have to say Andrew is going to have it.”
When Martin was included in the conversation, Kamali argued that his placement would depend on how Brandon Curry performs. When Armon commented on Martin’s last-minute preparation, Kamali immediately followed up with his own funny stories about how much it truly mattered.
“It depends on Brandon. I still like Brandon, man,” said Kamali. “Brandon is getting old, but I still think Brandon can. I mean, it depends on which Martin shows up.”
“I watched some of those videos, you know, one scoop of peanut butter with three drops of oil, I’m like, what the f*ck happened? What happened to grilled chicken and f*ckin rice? Were we doing something wrong back then? I don’t know, man,” he said.
Why Kamali’s Prediction Matters
As we all know, Kamali isn’t a casual observer. He’s been involved in bodybuilding for decades as a competitor, analyst, and coach. When someone with that level of experience singles out a favorite, it’s rarely random.
Amid tough competition, King Kamali, a keen observer, puts his bet on Andrew Jacked for the 2026 Arnold Classic, set for March 5-8 in Columbus, Ohio.
You can watch the full video clip of King Kamali’s predictions below:
