ONE Championship News
Mohamed Younes Rabah steps in to face Saemapetch Fairtex at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 8, 2023
Saemapetch Fairtex will clash with a new opponent at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video this Friday, December 8. He was originally slated for a bantamweight Muay Thai rematch against Felipe Lobo. However, he found himself in need of a new dance partner when his Brazilian rival withdrew from the bout due to injury.
Roman Kryklia plans to seize the moment at ONE Fight Night 17: "It's an amazing opportunity"
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 8, 2023
ONE Light Heavyweight Kickboxing World Champion Roman Kryklia understands the rarity of the chance he has in his upcoming bout. The Ukrainian powerhouse battles Alex Roberts for the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Title in the main event of ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. The event emanates live from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, December 8.
ONE Fight Night 17: Where and how to stream in North America
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 7, 2023
This Friday, December 8, ONE Championship returns to North American primetime television with a unique year-end offering — ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. Broadcasting live from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, the event brings an all-Muay Thai card to the forefront.
Smilla Sundell applauds ONE Championship's striking arm: "Fights are better"
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 7, 2023
Smilla Sundell is at the top of the world, and she couldn’t be any happier to continue molding her promising career in ONE Championship. The 19-year-old Swede’s ascent has been nothing short of spectacular. She currently boasts an immaculate 4-0 record under the promotion’s banner.
Artem Belakh vs. Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu booked for ONE Fight Night 18
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 6, 2023
When the new year kicks off, fans will be in for a treat when ONE Fight Night 18 on Prime Video features the pivotal bantamweight MMA showdown between Artem Belakh and Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu. The bout takes place at the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, and it airs live in U.S. primetime on January 12.
Christian Lee's younger brother Adrian Lee signs with ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 5, 2023
Adrian Lee, the youngest of the renowned Lee siblings, has officially become a part of ONE Championship. This exciting news was shared by his older brother, Christian Lee, in a heartfelt post on Instagram on Sunday, December 3.
Exclusive: Hiroki Akimoto believes he "can dominate" Jonathan Haggerty and reclaim kickboxing crown
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 5, 2023
Hiroki Akimoto makes it no secret that he is on a mission to recapture the ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Title. ONE X in March 2022 marked a significant moment in his career when he took the belt from Capitan Petchyindee. However, his success didn’t last long as a split-decision loss to Petchtanong Petchfergus eight months later left Akimoto without the crown he had fought so hard to claim.
Chatri Sityodtong to redirect ONE Championship's mission in 2024: “MMA back in full force”
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 4, 2023
Next year will be the renaissance of MMA in ONE Championship. ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong personally confirmed the promotion’s renewed focus on MMA in an exclusive interview with South China Morning Post.
Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida aiming for redemption following first MMA defeat
BJPENN.COM Staff - December 3, 2023
To say that Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida has redemption on his mind is an understatement. The 17-time BJJ World Champion faced the first major challenge of his MMA career this past August.
Chatri Sityodtong confirms ONE 165 for Japan; Rodtang vs. Takeru booked for main event
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 30, 2023
After nearly five years since its last event in Japan, ONE Championship is set to make a triumphant return to “The Land of the Rising Sun” for ONE 165 on January 28. This was personally confirmed by ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong during a press conference held in Tokyo on Thursday, November 30.
Edgar Tabares predicts firefight with teenage sensation Johan Ghazali: "Beaten up, bloodied up, cut up"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 30, 2023
Edgar Tabares firmly believes that his experience will play a pivotal factor in his upcoming battle against Johan Ghazali. Both men are set to collide in a flyweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. The event airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on December 8.
Jo Nattawut outlines path to victory over Luke Lessei: "He's a tricky guy"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 30, 2023
“Smokin’” Jo Nattawut is gearing up for what could be his last explosive push toward ONE World Title contention. After over a decade of trading blows with elite strikers, he finds himself at the tail end of a storied career.