ONE Championship News
Jo Nattawut applauds ONE Championship for Muay Thai’s growing popularity in U.S.
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 17, 2024
“Smokin’” Jo Nattawut has every reason to be excited when he returns to U.S. primetime on June 7. The Thai striker rematches Tawanchai PK Saenchai for the ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title at ONE 167 on Prime Video. This premium live event takes place at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.
Superlek accepts risky fight against Kongthoranee at ONE Friday Fights 68
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 17, 2024
Before Superlek Kiatmoo9 challenges Jonathan Haggerty for the ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title, he will take on a side quest. The reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion locks horns with Kongthoranee Sor Sommai under Muay Thai rules. This happens at ONE Friday Fights 68, airing live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 28.
Jonathan Di Bella vs. Prajanchai set for ONE Friday Fights 68 in June
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 16, 2024
The highly anticipated matchup between Jonathan Di Bella and Prajanchai PK Saenchai will finally happen on June 28. The five-round clash for the vacant ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Title headlines ONE Friday Fights 68. It airs live in Asian primetime from the fabled Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Fight music: Kade Ruotolo reveals his favorite genre ahead of MMA debut at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 16, 2024
Apart from his exceptional skills, Kade Ruotolo also stands out for his unique pre-fight preparation. The reigning ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion is gearing up for his much-awaited MMA debut at ONE 167 on Prime Video. There, he battles Blake Cooper on a U.S. primetime card set to air live from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Demetrious Johnson still unsure if he'll fight again: "What else is there left to do?"
Josh Evanoff - May 15, 2024
ONE Championship flyweight titleholder Demetrious Johnson still isn’t sure if he’ll fight again. The legend known as ‘Mighty Mouse’ has been out of the cage for over a year. Demetrious Johnson last competed at ONE Fight Night 10 last May, in a trilogy bout with Adriano Moraes. There, the flyweight champion secured his second-straight victory over the Brazilian. This time, defeating ‘Mikinho’ by unanimous decision.
Chihiro Sawada, Wei Rui crash ONE Championship’s rankings
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 14, 2024
Chihiro Sawada and Wei Rui have stormed their way into the upper echelons of ONE Championship’s athlete rankings. This is by virtue of their stellar victories at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video earlier this month.
Jeremy Miado to challenge Hiroba Minowa at ONE Fight Night 23
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 13, 2024
ONE Fight Night 23 on Prime Video gives fans another reason to tune in on July 5 with the addition of a high-stakes strawweight MMA clash between Jeremy Miado and Hiroba Minowa. This event airs live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Adrian Lee draws inspiration from world champion siblings ahead of pro debut
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 13, 2024
For Adrian Lee, his much-awaited ONE Championship debut is a convergence of fate and family legacy. The 18-year-old’s debut happens at ONE 167 on Prime Video, emanating live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7. There, he squares off with Antonio Mammarella in a lightweight MMA bout.
Akbar Abdullaev showcased underrated wrestling at ONE Fight Night 22: "I can do everything"
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 9, 2024
At ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3, Akbar Abdullaev demonstrated why he’s far from being a one-trick pony. Known initially for his striking prowess and knockout power, he surprised many with his exceptional grappling skills.
Dmitry Menshikov targets rematch with Regian Eersel: “I want to be the champion”
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 9, 2024
It’s safe to say that Dmitry Menshikov is a man on a mission. After his stunning victory at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3, the Russian striker believes he has earned the right to rematch Regian Eersel for the ONE Lightweight Muay Thai World Title.
Stamp anticipates Denice Zamboanga’s best version at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 9, 2024
Amid the hype and anticipation of Stamp Fairtex’s upcoming duel with Denice Zamboanga, the Thai megastar carries a sense of respect and acknowledgment for her rival. Stamp puts her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title on the line against the Filipina challenger in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event takes place at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Denice Zamboanga determined to make history at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 8, 2024
Denice Zamboanga is fully aware of the historical relevance of her upcoming assignment. “The Menace” challenges Stamp Fairtex for the Thai superstar’s ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video.
Reece McLaren demands crack at Demetrious Johnson, rematch with Danny Kingad
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 8, 2024
Reece McLaren made a bold statement after getting his hand raised at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3. Following his hard-fought unanimous decision win over Hu Yong, “Lightning” feels that he has earned his right to challenge Demetrious Johnson for the ONE Flyweight MMA World Championship.
Korean smasher Kang Ji Won faces Kirill Grishenko at ONE Fight Night 23
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 7, 2024
A heavyweight MMA matchup between Kang Ji Won and Kirill Grishenko has been added to ONE Fight Night 23 on Prime Video. The pair lock horns live in U.S. primetime from the fabled Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on July 5.
Akbar Abdullaev KOs Halil Amir to bring home $50K bonus at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 6, 2024
Akbar Abdullaev emerged as the sole recipient of a $50,000 performance bonus at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3. While the event showcased a multitude of compelling matchups, it was Abdullaev’s standout showing against Halil Amir in the featherweight division that captured the attention of ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong.
Smilla Sundell aims to reclaim strawweight Muay Thai crown: "I will get it back"
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 6, 2024
Smilla Sundell wants nothing more than to reclaim what she believes is rightfully hers — the ONE Women’s Strawweight Muay Thai World Championship. The Swede sensation lost the belt on the scales, going over the 125-pound limit by a slim margin. This happened a day before her World Title defense against Natalia Diachkova at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video last Friday, May 3.
Anatoly Malykhin throws support behind Natalia Diachkova at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 2, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin backs his Russian compatriot Natalia Diachkova as she gears up for the most crucial bout of her career. Diachkova challenges Smilla Sundell for the Swede’s ONE Women’s Strawweight Muay Thai World Championship in the main event of ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event airs live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, May 3.
Ok Rae Yoon returns to battle Alibeg Rasulov at ONE Fight Night 23
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 2, 2024
Ok Rae Yoon is on a mission to recover the ONE Lightweight MMA World Championship, but first he must overcome a formidable opposition to get a crack at gold. The former divisional king squares off against unbeaten debutant Alibeg Rasulov at ONE Fight Night 23 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event takes place at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on July 5.