ONE Championship News
Rodtang explains his love for soccer: “My happiness”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 31, 2024
ONE World Title challengers aren’t the only thing that flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon kicks. “The Iron Man” also kicks a soccer ball around in his downtime. Rodtang returns to action at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug, on Friday, November 8. There, he defends his crown inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium against Jacob Smith.
Mohamed Younes Rabah aiming for bounce-back win at ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 31, 2024
After suffering the first loss of his career, Mohamed Younes Rabah plans to rise from the ashes at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug when he meets Eddie Abasolo in a featherweight Muay Thai tilt. “The Eagle” returns to action on Friday, November 8, at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. There, he’ll refuse to allow his February setback against Saemapetch Fairtex define his abilities.
Danny Kingad believes ONE World Title shot is within reach
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 30, 2024
Since Demetrious Johnson vacated the ONE Flyweight MMA World Championship, a new day has dawned over the weight division. Now, Danny Kingad wants to make the most of it. The #3-ranked contender meets former titleholder Adriano Moraes at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium in a pivotal matchup.
Adriano Moraes motivated by newborn daughter ahead of pivotal rematch at ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 29, 2024
After 25 professional bouts, former ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion Adriano Moraes is no longer making the walk to the ring for himself. “Mikinho” meets #3-ranked contender Danny Kingad at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, in a pivotal battle that is likely to produce the next challenger for the division’s vacant crown.
Seksan to face Soe Lin Oo in firefight at ONE 170
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 29, 2024
After successfully prevailing from another firefight at ONE 168 in September, Muay Thai legend Seksan Or Kwanmuang faces Soe Lin Oo in what’s expected to be another barnburner in January. “The Man Who Yields To No One” meets the Myanmar mauler in a 142-pound catchweight Muay Thai showdown at ONE 170 on Friday, January 24, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena.
Tawanchai vs. Superbon II to headline ONE 170 at Bangkok's Impact Arena
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 25, 2024
ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Champion Tawanchai PK Saenchai will kick off 2025 with a banger. The Thai superstar meets ONE Interim Featherweight Kickboxing World Champion Superbon in the main event of ONE 170 on Friday, January 24, live from Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena.
Superlek to defend ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title versus Nico Carrillo at ONE 170
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 25, 2024
After a busy 2024, two-division ONE World Champion Superlek Kiatmoo9 looks to keep his momentum rolling when he returns in January 2025. “The Kicking Machine” defends his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title against #2-ranked contender Nico Carrillo at ONE 170 on Friday, January 24, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena.
Rodtang believes Jacob Smith is “still the same” ahead of ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 25, 2024
ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon has been quietly weighing up #3-ranked contender Jacob Smith ahead of next month’s rematch, and he feels his old foe is still singing the same tunes. “The Iron Man” defends his gold against Smith at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Rodtang fires back at John Lineker: “He’s not scary at all”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 17, 2024
Rodtang Jitmuangnon didn’t waste any time responding to the recent challenge posed by John Lineker. The reigning ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion found himself in the spotlight after Lineker called him out following the Brazilian’s second victory in “the art of eight limbs” at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video earlier this month.
"Thor" actor Chris Hemsworth praises Rodtang: "You're a warrior"
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 17, 2024
Rodtang Jitmuangnon has every reason to be elated for his upcoming assignment. “The Iron Man” recently received a special message of encouragement from Chris Hemsworth. He’s the Hollywood actor best known for his role as the iconic superhero “Thor” in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Eddie Abasolo dukes it out with Mohamed Younes Rabah at ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 16, 2024
Fans are in for a thrilling matchup as Eddie Abasolo squares off against Mohamed Younes Rabah on the supporting card of ONE 169. This featherweight Muay Thai encounter takes place at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, airing live in U.S. primetime on November 8.
Demetrious Johnson says ONE attempted to lure him out of retirement for Mikey Musumeci super fight
Curtis Calhoun - October 16, 2024
MMA legend Demetrious Johnson nearly postponed his retirement for a special rules match against ONE grappling standout Mikey Musumeci. Johnson, after a decorated career in mixed martial arts, announced his fighting retirement in front of the world at ONE 168 in Denver. He retired as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all-time, including a record-setting run as the UFC’s inaugural flyweight champion.
Takeru donates portion of fight purse to flood victims in Myanmar
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 15, 2024
In a touching display of sportsmanship, Takeru Segawa extended a heartfelt gesture to Thant Zin. The two strikers faced off in an intense flyweight kickboxing match at ONE Friday Fights 81 this past September. There, the Japanese superstar emerged victorious in a commanding performance.
Takeru wants Rodtang next following bounce-back win
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 15, 2024
Takeru Segawa knows exactly who he wants to face next — Rodtang Jitmuangnon. Fresh off his redemption win at ONE Friday Fights 81 in September, the Japanese superstar has his eyes locked on the reigning ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion.
Anissa Meksen to battle Jackie Buntan for strawweight kickboxing gold at ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 15, 2024
Fans have another reason to be excited for ONE 169 on November 8 live in U.S. primetime. The event just added an intriguing bout to its already stacked lineup. This pits Anissa Meksen against Jackie Buntan for the inaugural ONE Women’s Strawweight Kickboxing World Championship.
Joe Rogan, Israel Adesanya applaud ONE Championship’s striking arts
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 11, 2024
Joe Rogan and Israel Adesanya voiced their admiration for ONE Championship’s efforts to shine the spotlight on Muay Thai and kickboxing. On a recent episode of Rogan’s popular podcast, the two discussed ONE’s bold move to expand its offerings beyond MMA. They highlighted its success in elevating striking-based martial arts to a global audience.
Johan Estupinan feels honored to be Colombia’s torchbearer in ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 9, 2024
Johan Estupinan embraces the duty of hoisting the Colombian flag aloft on the global stage. The 22-year-old rising star’s career is on an upward trajectory following his electrifying performance at ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. There, he defeated Zakaria El Jamari in a flyweight Muay Thai showdown.
Regian Eersel relishes redemption win at ONE Fight Night 25: “I'm very satisfied”
BJPENN.COM Staff - October 8, 2024
Regian Eersel went home a happy man following his exhilarating performance in the main event of ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video last Friday, October 4. There, “The Immortal” reclaimed the ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship after an intense five-round rematch against Alexis Nicolas.