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Thanh Le and Tang kai
Thanh Le

Tang Kai to run it back with Thanh Le in world title unification bout at ONE 166: Qatar

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 5, 2024

ONE Championship’s first on-ground event in Qatar will play host to the much-awaited rematch between Tang Kai and Thanh Le. This ONE Featherweight MMA World Title unification bout will be one of the marquee attractions at ONE 166: Qatar. The event takes place at the Lusail Sports Arena on March 1.

Nico Carrillo
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Nico Carrillo wants to face bantamweight king Jonathan Haggerty at ONE 166: ‘Let’s do it’

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 4, 2024

Nico Carrillo has boldly declared his intention to challenge Jonathan Haggerty for the coveted ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title. His quest for glory gained momentum after a spectacular knockout victory over former champion Nong-O Hama at ONE Friday Fights 46 this past December 22.

Joshua Pacio
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Joshua Pacio pumped for ONE Championship’s refocus on MMA in 2024: “I want to be at the forefront”

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 4, 2024

Joshua Pacio is keen on positioning himself as a key player in ONE Championship’s renewed MMA push in 2024. The new year holds great promise for the Filipino phenom. He rematches Jarred Brooks for the American’s ONE Strawweight MMA World Title at ONE 166: Qatar on March 1.

Reinier de Ridder and Anatoly Malykhin
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Reinier de Ridder to defend middleweight title in rematch with Anatoly Malykhin

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 3, 2024

Fight fans around the world will be treated to an epic rematch when Anatoly Malykhin runs it back with Reinier de Ridder. The rematch will headline ONE 166: Qatar, airing live from the Lusail Sports Arena on March 1. This time around, De Ridder’s ONE Middleweight MMA World Title will be on the line.

Tawanchai PK Saenchai
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Tawanchai PK Saenchai open to challenging Chingiz Allazov for kickboxing crown

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 2, 2024

Tawanchai PK Saenchai is considering the prospect of facing Chingiz Allazov for the ONE Featherweight Kickboxing World Championship. The 24-year-old featherweight Muay Thai king has developed a fondness for Allazov, who has undeniably had a stellar 2023.

Phetjeeja
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Phetjeeja targets unification bout against Janet Todd after ONE interim world title win

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 2, 2024

It’s safe to assume that “The Queen” Phetjeeja is not resting on her laurels after her latest victory in Bangkok, Thailand. Fresh off her win over Anissa Meksen at ONE Friday Fights 46 on December 22 to clinch the ONE Interim Atomweight Kickboxing World Title, the Thai sensation has set her sights on a unification bout against lineal champion Janet Todd.

Chingiz Allazov
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Chingiz Allazov sees Takeru Segawa prevailing over Rodtang Jitmuangnon at ONE 165

BJPENN.COM Staff - January 2, 2024

Chingiz Allazov made his stance clear in the lead-up to the high-stakes showdown between Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Takeru Segawa. Both men will collide in a flyweight kickboxing super-fight, which will headline ONE Championship’s return to Japan — ONE 165. The event takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo on January 28.

Amir Aliakbari and Arjan Bhullar
Arjan Bhullar

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.

Superbon Singha Mawynn
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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 Gaiyanghadao
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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.

Anissa Meksen and Phetjeeja
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Anissa Meksen eager to topple Phetjeeja and add ONE World Title to belt collection

BJPENN.COM Staff - December 21, 2023

Anissa Meksen has established herself as one of the most accomplished strikers in kickboxing today, but there’s one accolade missing from her illustrious career — a ONE World Title. The French-Algerian sensation gets a shot at bolstering her legacy as she faces Phetjeeja for the ONE Interim Atomweight Kickboxing World Title. This bout takes place at ONE Friday Fights 46, broadcasting live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, this December 22.

Joshua Pacio
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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.

Liam Harrison
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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 Prajanchai PK Saenchai
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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.

Liam Harrison
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Liam Harrison predicts Joseph Lasiri vs. Prajanchai PK Saenchai II at ONE Friday Fights 46

BJPENN.COM Staff - December 19, 2023

Liam Harrison is lending his insight into what promises to be a clash of titans between Joseph Lasiri and Prajanchai PK Saenchai. Both men are slated to run it back in a ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title unification bout. This match serves as the co-headliner of ONE Friday Fights 46, which airs live in Asia primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.

Prajanchai PK Saenchai
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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.

Tawanchai PK Saenchai
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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
Mikey Musumeci

'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.