ONE Championship News
Russell Crowe, Chatri Sityodtong, ONE, plus more to feature in "The Beast In Me" film
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 14, 2024
ONE Championship has announced an exciting new venture in the world of entertainment. The organization will be one of the main backdrops in “The Beast In Me.” This is an upcoming feature-length MMA action-drama flick produced by Broken Open Pictures.
Renzo Gracie promotes ONE Championship boss Chatri Sityodtong to BJJ black belt
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 12, 2024
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong was celebrated for more than just his promotion’s success at ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6. The event also became a memorable occasion for the head honcho. He received his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt from Renzo Gracie.
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.
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.
Seksan showcases exciting style at ONE 168: "I've done it for the longest time"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 10, 2024
Seksan Or Kwanmuang couldn’t be any happier that the American audience saw him in his vintage form. The Thai hard-hitter made a memorable U.S. debut at ONE 168: Denver last Friday, September 6. There, he showcased his renowned Muay Thai skills in a 140-pound catchweight bout against Liam Harrison.
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 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.
Demetrious Johnson inducted into ONE Hall of Fame
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2024
Demetrious Johnson officially brought the curtains down on his illustrious MMA run at ONE 168: Denver. “Mighty Mouse” emotionally bid farewell in front of a passionate crowd at Ball Arena last Friday, September 6.
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.
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.
Nico Cornejo unfazed by Adrian Lee’s hype: “Don’t mess with wrestlers from Colorado”
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 4, 2024
Nico Cornejo looks to derail the hype surrounding one of MMA’s most promising young stars. “The Steel City Kid” battles Adrian Lee in a lightweight bout 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.
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.
Shamil Erdogan targets $50K bonus by taking out Aung La N Sang
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 3, 2024
As Shamil Erdogan prepares for his next battle at ONE 168: Denver, the stakes have never been higher. The unbeaten Turkish powerhouse is on a mission to capture a significant reward if he delivers a decisive victory over Aung La N Sang.