ONE Championship News
Japanese kickboxing superstar Kana Morimoto joins ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 12, 2024
Kana Morimoto — also known as KANA — is the latest high-profile athlete to join the ONE Championship roster. The Japanese kickboxing sensation brings a wealth of experience. With an impressive track record, she’s poised to make waves in the promotion’s fiercely competitive striking divisions.
Liam Harrison has no regrets over retiring at ONE 168: "I’m so grateful"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 11, 2024
Liam Harrison seems at peace with his decision to call it quits on Muay Thai. The British legend retired after his grueling encounter against Seksan Or Kwanmuang at ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6.
Superlek relishes victory on U.S. soil: "I'm extremely grateful for the chance"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 11, 2024
Superlek Kiatmoo9 couldn’t have asked for a more spectacular debut on U.S. soil. The Thai megastar stole the spotlight in the main event of ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6, making quick work of Jonathan Haggerty.
Takeru Segawa gets new opponent for return at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 10, 2024
Takeru Segawa has a new opponent for his much-awaited return to action at ONE Friday Fights 81 on September 27. Originally scheduled to face Black Panther, the Japanese superstar will now be pitted against Thant Zin in a flyweight kickboxing bout at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Demetrious Johnson says Adriano Moraes vs. Danny Kingad should be for vacant belt
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 10, 2024
Following Demetrious Johnson’s retirement, the path to the ONE Championship flyweight MMA throne is now wide open. The American superstar officially called it a career at ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6.
Chatri Sityodtong teases Rodtang vs. Superlek II on U.S. soil
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 10, 2024
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong has his eyes set on the perfect location for one of the most highly anticipated rematches in Muay Thai history — the United States. The head honcho believes the American fans would absolutely love to see Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Superlek Kiatmoo9 go at it for the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Championship.
ONE releases statement on controversial move to strip Mikey Musumeci after weight miss
Curtis Calhoun - September 9, 2024
ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong defended his promotion’s decision to strip Mikey Musumeci of his flyweight grappling title. Musumeci, who was scheduled to face Bebeto Oliveira at ONE 168, withdrew from the 135-pound match after a medical emergency. This after he was originally set to face Kade Ruotolo in a 170-pound match before Ruotolo withdrew due to injury.
ONE 168 Bonus Report: Six athletes receive extra $50K
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2024
Superlek Kiatmoo9 and Seksan Or Kwanmuang stole the spotlight with stunning performances at ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6, and both received a bonus for doing so. Superlek, who already has the ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Title in his possession, only needed 49 seconds to beat Jonathan Haggerty for the bantamweight Muay Thai crown.
VIDEO | Demetrious Johnson announces his retirement at ONE 168
Curtis Calhoun - September 6, 2024
MMA legend Demetrious Johnson announced his retirement from the sport at ONE 168 on Friday in Denver. Johnson has been contemplating retirement since his trilogy win over Adriano Moraes in May 2023. He’s remained active in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at various tournaments but hasn’t fought in MMA since the Moraes victory.
ONE shifts Mikey Musumeci vs. Bebeto Oliveira to openweight contest at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 6, 2024
The roller coaster ride continues for Mikey Musumeci. As the 28-year-old star reports for duty at ONE 168: Denver this Friday, September 6, he has faced a series of hurdles before stepping inside the Circle at Ball Arena.
Breaking: Mikey Musumeci gets new opponent at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 5, 2024
Fans can finally heave a sigh of relief as Mikey Musumeci will still compete at ONE 168: Denver as scheduled. The reigning ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Champion stakes his crown at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, this Friday, September 6, against Bebeto Oliveira.
Seksan expects all-out war against Liam Harrison at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 5, 2024
Seksan Or Kwanmuang has acknowledged that his upcoming encounter with Liam Harrison could be a brutal affair. Both men are penciled to lock horns in a 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai tiff at ONE 168: Denver at Ball Arena this Friday, September 6.
John Lineker revs up anticipation for Muay Thai debut: “I always look for the knockout”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
John Lineker guarantees to bring the same brand of excitement he’s known for to his Muay Thai debut. The former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion will trade strikes with Asa Ten Pow at ONE 168: Denver. This event takes place at Ball Arena on Friday, September 6.
Adrian Lee targets first-round finish in sophomore appearance at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
Adrian Lee seeks to turn heads again in his second outing under the ONE Championship banner. The 18-year-old prospect locks horns with Nico Cornejo in a lightweight MMA bout at ONE 168: Denver on Friday, September 6, at Ball Arena.
Asa Ten Pow motivated to spoil John Lineker’s Muay Thai debut at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
Evidently, Asa Ten Pow has an opportunity to catapult his career to new heights. “The American Ninja” will soon welcome John Lineker to the sport of Muay Thai. This happens at ONE 168: Denver, broadcasting live from Ball Arena this Friday, September 6.
Rodtang breaks down Jonathan Haggerty vs. Superlek: “Full of thrills every second”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
Rodtang Jitmuangnon is among the many who are excited to finally see Jonathan Haggerty and Superlek Kiatmoo9 go at it. Both men are booked to collide for Haggerty’s ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Championship. This happens in the main event of ONE 168: Denver, emanating live from Ball Arena on Friday, September 6.
Victoria Souza vows to be “a better fighter” than Alyse Anderson at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
Victoria Souza is acutely aware of the challenge awaiting her at ONE 168: Denver this Friday, September 6. The Brazilian heroine figures in an atomweight MMA tiff against Alyse Anderson at the 21,000-capacity Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado.
Johan Ghazali hungry to claim redemption at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
Johan Ghazali guarantees an electrifying performance when he steps inside the Circle against Josue Cruz. Both men are penciled to collide against each other in a flyweight Muay Thai tiff. This takes place at ONE 168: Denver, set for September 6 at Ball Arena.