ONE Championship News
Jarred Brooks eyeing crossover fights with Thai superstars Superlek, Rodtang
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
Champions are constantly seeking new challenges to push their limits and solidify their legacies, and Jarred Brooks is no exception. Despite a recent setback in his bid to become a two-sport titleholder, the reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion remains open to the prospect of having more crossover bouts.
Joseph Lasiri to face Prajanchai in world title unification bout at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
The much-awaited ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title unification between divisional king Joseph Lasiri and interim titleholder Prajanchai PK Saenchai will finally happen on December 22. The bout goes down at ONE Friday Fights 46, broadcasting live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Jarred Brooks eyeing showdown with MMA GOAT Demetrious Johnson: “DJ is the main fight, period”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 15, 2023
Jarred Brooks harbors a specific ambition in ONE Championship to face none other than the legendary Demetrious Johnson. “The Monkey God” has already carved a path of success as the ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion.
Sage Northcutt weighs in on ONE vs. UFC debate: "ONE's kicking butt. They're taking names."
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 14, 2023
Sage Northcutt believes that ONE Championship’s unique approach to martial arts gives it an edge over the UFC. It cannot be denied that both promotions have largely divided the world of martial arts. While the UFC has long been considered the dominant force in the West, ONE Championship has risen to prominence as the leading organization in the East.
Thai megastar Stamp Fairtex aiming for Xiong Jing Nan's strawweight gold: "The only challenge I want"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 13, 2023
Having already etched her name in the annals of combat sports history as the first-ever three-sport ONE World Champion, Stamp Fairtex now sets her sights on an unparalleled challenge. The Thai megastar plans to move up a weight class to vie for Xiong Jing Nan’s ONE Women’s Strawweight MMA World Championship.
Liam Harrison praises Jonathan Haggerty after KO win over Fabricio Andrade: “One of the best kickboxers on the planet”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 13, 2023
Jonathan Haggerty asserted his dominance over Fabricio Andrade at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video on Friday, November 3, capturing the vacant kickboxing belt with a second-round knockout. Haggerty’s victory not only secured him the title but also marked him as a two-sport ONE World Champion, a feat celebrated with a double bonus of $100,000 from ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong.
Anissa Meksen faces Phetjeeja for interim atomweight kickboxing crown at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 10, 2023
Anissa Meksen and Phetjeeja will go head-to-head for the ONE Interim Women’s Atomweight Kickboxing World Title. This bout is set to take place at ONE Friday Fights 46. It airs live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Teenage Muay Thai phenom Johan Ghazali slated for U.S. primetime debut at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 9, 2023
Johan “Jojo” Ghazali is a teenage Muay Thai prodigy who has taken the combat sports scene by storm. Turning 17 years old in just a few days, the Malaysian-American is poised to make his U.S. primetime debut at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video this December 8.
"Pokemon Master" Ben Tynan flexes Charizard tattoo After ONE Fight Night 16 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 9, 2023
Ben Tynan proudly displayed his love for Pokemon after his remarkable win at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video this past Friday, November 3. The undefeated American authored a promotional debut to remember, beating Kang Ji Won by way of third-round submission in a scintillating heavyweight MMA showdown. The chaos happened at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Ayaka Miura breathes sigh of relief after ONE Fight Night 16: "I had to win this fight""
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 8, 2023
At ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video last Friday, November 3, Ayaka Miura found her way back to the winner’s circle. The former ONE MMA World Title contender authored a rousing victory in a strawweight bout against Meng Bo. There, she submitted the Chinese knockout artist with her signature scarf-hold Americana in the first round.
Seksan eager to compete on U.S. soil after ONE Fight Night 16 win: "It's one of my dreams"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 7, 2023
Following his U.S. primetime debut at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video last Friday, November 3, Seksan Or Kwanmuang harbors a strong desire to showcase his skills in front of a live American audience. His triumphant outing against Karim Bennoui in a 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai contest was not just another win in his illustrious career. It also marked his 200th victory.
Tye Ruotolo open to facing twin brother for lightweight gold following inaugural world title win
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 7, 2023
ONE Fight Night 16 last Friday, November 3, marked a momentous occasion for Tye Ruotolo as he captured the inaugural ONE Welterweight Submission Grappling World Title. On the card at Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, he put forth an impressive performance against Magomed Abdulkadirov. Throughout the match, he launched attacks from various positions, ultimately securing a unanimous decision win.
South Korean slugger Kang Ji Won outlines path to victory against Ben Tynan at ONE Fight Night 16
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 3, 2023
Kang Ji Won is fully aware that he will face a litmus test when he goes up against ONE Championship newcomer Ben Tynan. The heavyweight MMA matchup takes place at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, this Friday, November 3.
Lito Adiwang seeks redemption against Jeremy Miado at ONE Fight Night 16: “There are a lot of what-ifs”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 2, 2023
For Lito Adiwang, the memory of his devastating loss to Jeremy Miado has haunted him for over a year. At ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video this Friday, November 3, “Thunder Kid” has his sights on redemption as he faces Miado once again. The bout airs live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Halil Amir promises fireworks against Ahmed Mujtaba: “I advise you not to blink”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 2, 2023
Halil Amir and Ahmed Mujtaba are set to go toe-to-toe this Friday, November 3, in a lightweight MMA bout that has all the makings of a barnburner. This matchup takes place at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video, emanating live from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Demetrious Johnson and Joe Rogan rave over Fabricio Andrade’s all-action style: "He's a nasty man"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 1, 2023
Fabricio Andrade is a mixed martial artist who has taken ONE Championship by storm. His electrifying performances have earned him praise from the sport’s influential figures such as Demetrious Johnson and Joe Rogan.
Tye Ruotolo plans to block out pressure of world title clash at ONE Fight Night 16
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 1, 2023
Tye Ruotolo exudes unwavering confidence as he aims to make history this Friday, November 3. He faces Magomed Abdulkadirov for the inaugural ONE Welterweight Submission Grappling World Title. The bout takes place in the co-main event of ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Ahmed Mujtaba relishes underdog role at ONE Fight Night 16: "I don't care if he's 9-0 or 90-0"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 1, 2023
Ahmed Mujtaba treats his upcoming bout at ONE Fight Night 16 on Prime Video this November 3 as just another day in the office. On that card, he faces #4-ranked lightweight MMA contender Halil Amir. This matchup airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.