ONE Championship News
Former ONE heavyweight world champion Arjan Bhullar to battle Amir Aliakbari at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 27, 2023
ONE Championship’s maiden on-ground event in Qatar will witness a clash of titans as Arjan Bhullar faces off against fellow contender Amir Aliakbari. The heavyweight MMA encounter is penciled to take place at ONE 166: Qatar, emanating live from the Lusail Sports Arena in Doha on March 1.
Grappling savants Osamah Almarwai, Cleber Sousa to face off at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 27, 2023
Two elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belts will go head-to-head at ONE 166: Qatar on March 1. Osamah Almarwai and Cleber Sousa are slated to square off against each other in a flyweight submission grappling bout at ONE Championship’s first event in Qatar. The event will take place at the Lusail Sports Arena in the Qatari capital of Doha.
Superbon Singha Mawynn looks to end 2023 with world title in tow: “This is my best opportunity for redemption”
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 26, 2023
As the curtains draw on 2023, Superbon Singha Mawynn is driven to end the year with a ONE World Title around his waist. He has the chance to do so when he challenges Tawanchai PK Saenchai for the ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Championship.
Nong-O Hama seeks to silence retirement talks at ONE Friday Fights 46: “I’m still strong and hungry for victory”
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 26, 2023
Nong-O Hama is determined to prove that he still possesses the fire and skill to compete at the highest level. He returns to action at ONE Friday Fights 46 on December 22. There, he faces Nico Carrillo in a crucial bantamweight Muay Thai bout at the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Wish granted: Joshua Pacio rematches Jarred Brooks at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 21, 2023
For Joshua Pacio, the road to redemption has led him back to the man who took his ONE Strawweight MMA World Championship over a year ago — Jarred Brooks. Both men will run it back with 26 pounds of gold on the line at ONE 166: Qatar. The event is set to take place at the Lusail Sports Arena in Doha on March 1.
Danny Kingad faces Yuya Wakamatsu in rematch at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 20, 2023
Danny Kingad and Yuya Wakamatsu will renew their rivalry at ONE 165 in ONE Championship’s return to Japan on January 28. The flyweight MMA rematch will take place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo.
Anissa Meksen gets nod of approval from Liam Harrison: "She’ll know how to flow and put the combinations together"
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 20, 2023
Liam Harrison is placing his bets on Anissa Meksen at ONE Friday Fights 46 on December 22. The Algerian-French sensation faces Phetjeeja for the ONE Interim Atomweight Kickboxing World Title, with the bout emanating live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Joseph Lasiri seeks repeat win over Prajanchai in rematch at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 20, 2023
For Joseph Lasiri, confidence is not in short supply ahead of his World Championship rematch with Prajanchai PK Saenchai. Both men will run it back in a ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title unification bout. This happens at ONE Friday Fights 46, which broadcasts live on pay-per-view from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Prajanchai seeks to get payback on Joseph Lasiri at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 19, 2023
Emotions are running high as Prajanchai PK Saenchai prepares to share the same stage with Joseph Lasiri once again. Both men are set to collide in a ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title unification bout at ONE Friday Fights 46. The show broadcasts live in Asia primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Phetjeeja embraces underdog role against Anissa Meksen at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 16, 2023
Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom is gearing up for an epic showdown against Anissa Meksen for the ONE Interim Women’s Atomweight Kickboxing World Title. The bout takes place at ONE Friday Fights 46: Tawanchai vs. Superbon. It broadcasts live in Asia primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Tawanchai promises fireworks against Superbon at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 15, 2023
Anticipation is reaching a fever pitch as fans eagerly await the blockbuster clash between Tawanchai PK Saenchai and Superbon Singha Mawynn. They’re scheduled to meet for the ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title, held by Tawanchai, at ONE Friday Fights 46. The card airs live in Asia primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
'The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition' Season 2 to premiere on Netflix in Asia on December 28
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 15, 2023
Excitement is building, as the second season of “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” is set to premiere on Netflix across Asia this December 28. Following the success of its initial run, fans can anticipate another thrilling edition of the critically acclaimed reality series.
Jacob Smith looks forward to celebrating Christmas after ONE Fight Night 17 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 14, 2023
In a twist of fate that can only be described as a Christmas miracle, Jacob Smith found himself on the receiving end of an early holiday gift. At ONE Fight Night 17 last Friday, he delivered a stunning performance against #2-ranked flyweight Muay Thai contender Walter Goncalves.
ONE Championship lands massive broadcast deal with Sky Sports
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 14, 2023
In a groundbreaking move, ONE Championship has officially joined forces with Sky Sports. This exclusive partnership ensures that ONE Championship’s premium live events and ancillary programming will now find a new home on Sky Sports’ broadcast and digital platforms across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Despite historic win at ONE Fight Night 17, Roman Kryklia still sees room to grow
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 13, 2023
Roman Kryklia recently added another feather to his cap by claiming the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Title. The Ukrainian powerhouse achieved the feat in the main event of ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video last Friday, December 8, knocking out Alex Roberts in the second round.
Johan Ghazali dismisses Rodtang parallels after ONE Fight Night 17 win: 'I want to be my own person'
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 13, 2023
Johan Ghazali is daring to dream big. At ONE Fight Night 17 last Friday, “Jojo” didn’t disappoint. There, he made quick work of Edgar Tabares, knocking out the former World Title challenger in 36 seconds with a body shot.
Jo Nattawut targets Tawanchai PK Saenchai rematch following spectacular victory at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 13, 2023
“Smokin” Jo Nattawut looks sharper than ever, and he has 26 pounds of gold on his mind. After an electrifying performance against Luke Lessei at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video last Friday, December 8, the Thai veteran still believes he has what it takes to compete against ONE Championship’s best featherweight Muay Thai fighters.
Early bird tickets to ONE 166: Qatar now on sale
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 10, 2023
ONE Championship will make history with its first-ever live event in Qatar on March 1. The much-anticipated spectacle — ONE 166: Qatar — happens at the state-of-the-art Lusail Sports Arena in Doha.