ONE Championship News
Jacob Smith chasing $50K bonus at ONE Fight Night 15: ‘I’m coming for that 50 bags’
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 23, 2023
Jacob Smith harbors a desire to win his upcoming bout in the most rewarding way possible. The British striker takes on #2-ranked flyweight Muay Thai contender Walter Goncalves at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. This emanates live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 8.
Roman Kryklia battles Alex Roberts for inaugural heavyweight Muay Thai crown at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 21, 2023
History will go down on December 8 when Roman Kryklia takes on Alex Roberts for the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Championship. This monumental matchup is the new marquee bout for ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Chatri Sityodtong shakes up MMA world: "ONE is getting ready to take over"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 21, 2023
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong has confirmed the promotion’s plans to kick off the first quarter of 2024 with three premium events. He made the announcement in a Facebook post on Sunday, November 19.
Thai legend Seksan battles rising Aussie star River Daz at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 20, 2023
Seksan Or Kwanmuang seeks to cap off his spectacular year on a high note. “The Man Who Yields To No One” faces River Daz in a 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Friday Fights 46. This event airs live in Asian primetime from the world-renowned Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Niclas Larsen out, Jo Nattawut gets new opponent at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 17, 2023
“Smokin’” Jo Nattawut has a new assignment for his quick turnaround fight. It’s happening at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video this December 8. The 34-year-old veteran will now take on ONE debutant Luke Lessei in a three-round featherweight Muay Thai clash. This bout broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Sage Northcutt still wants a fight with Japanese MMA legend Shinya Aoki: ‘We should do it’
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
For Sage Northcutt, the dream matchup against legend Shinya Aoki remains a burning desire that refuses to be extinguished. The saga between the two has been a long and tantalizing one. Over the years, both men have engaged in a war of words through callouts and social media exchanges.
Legendary Nong-O Hama returns to face surging newcomer Nico Carrillo at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
The excitement continues to build for the upcoming ONE Friday Fights 46 event on December 22, as the much-awaited return of Nong-O Hama will now grace the already stacked lineup. The former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion faces Nico Carrillo in a high-stakes showdown. This airs in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
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.
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.
Liam Harrison heralds ONE Championship as UFC’s genuine competition
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 14, 2023
ONE Championship and the UFC have long been recognized as the titans in the world of martial arts, but Liam Harrison sees a shift in the balance of power. He believes that ONE’s strategic decision to expand its offerings beyond MMA, particularly into Muay Thai and kickboxing, has given the Asian promotion a significant edge over its Western counterpart.
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.
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.
Featherweight kickboxing world title match between Tawanchai vs. Superbon to headline ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 9, 2023
The highly anticipated clash between Tawanchai PK Saenchai and Superbon Singha Mawynn now has a new date. The five-round tiff for Tawanchai’s ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Title will now act as the main event of ONE Friday Fights 46. This event airs live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
"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.
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.