ONE Championship News
Demetrious Johnson, Adriano Moraes may renew rivalry in BJJ
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 15, 2024
Demetrious Johnson and Adriano Moraes — two of the biggest names in ONE Championship’s flyweight MMA division — are set to compete in the World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2024. Taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from August 29 to 31, the event will see the pair suit up in gi for the Master 2 featherweight category.
Nabil Anane, Elias Mahmoudi shake up ONE Championship’s rankings
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 14, 2024
The landscape of ONE Championship’s striking divisions underwent significant transformations in the wake of ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video earlier this month. Notably, three weight classes experienced remarkable shakeups. Fresh faces ascended the rankings and seasoned veterans were nudged down the ladder.
Nabil Anane takes on “Man of Steel” at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 14, 2024
The anticipation for ONE Friday Fights 81 just got even higher with the addition of the highly touted Nabil Anane to an already stacked lineup. He is booked to square off against Myanmar’s Soe Lin Oo in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash on September 27. This happens live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Superlek hires sports scientist to help with world title bid at ONE 168: Denver
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 13, 2024
It’s safe to say that Superlek Kiatmoo9 is leaving no stone unturned for his highly anticipated encounter against Jonathan Haggerty. Under a different rule set, the reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion moves up in weight to challenge England’s two-sport king for the bantamweight Muay Thai belt. This clash happens in the main event of ONE 168: Denver, taking place at the Ball Arena on September 6.
Adriano Moraes guns for redemption against Danny Kingad at ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2024
Adriano Moraes embarks on a journey of redemption that will bring him face-to-face with a familiar adversary. The former ONE Flyweight MMA World Champion is scheduled to take on #3-ranked contender Danny Kingad in a three-round duel at ONE 169: Atlanta. This takes place at the State Farm Arena on November 8.
Sean Climaco eager to earn career validation at ONE 168: “This is where I want to be”
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2024
Sean Climaco seeks to prove he’s more than just a flash in the pan. The Filipino-American sensation returns to action at ONE 168: Denver at the Ball Arena on September 6.
Lil' bro reminds fans that Jonathan Haggerty's "got that dog in him"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2024
Freddie Haggerty exudes confidence that older brother Jonathan Haggerty will emerge triumphant in his next assignment. Jonathan stakes his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Championship against flyweight kickboxing king Superlek Kiatmoo9 in the main event of ONE 168: Denver. This takes place at the Ball Arena on September 6.
Former ONE Championship star Angela Lee reveals that she considered UFC move
Harry Kettle - August 8, 2024
Former ONE Championship fighter Angela Lee has revealed that she once considered a move to the UFC. As we know, the Lee family has achieved some great things in ONE Championship. From Angela to Christian to Victoria, it’s been quite the rollercoaster ride. Unfortunately, tragedy struck in late 2022 when Victoria passed away.
Jarred Brooks fires shots at Joshua Pacio, Demetrious Johnson after interim world title win
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 7, 2024
Jarred Brooks wasted no time focusing his attention on a shortlist of elite targets. “The Monkey God” made headlines last Friday, August 2, when he defeated #3-ranked Gustavo Balart in the main event of ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video. There, he captured the ONE Interim Strawweight MMA World Title, submitting the Cuban with a rear-naked choke in the first round.
Superlek gunning for Jonathan Haggerty's gold: "I want his belt"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 7, 2024
Superlek Kiatmoo9 may be facing a monumental task in his next outing, but that does not diminish his confidence in the slightest. The reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion challenges Jonathan Haggerty for the Englishman’s bantamweight Muay Thai gold. This matchup headlines ONE 168: Denver, taking place at the Ball Arena on September 6.
Mayssa Bastos affirms that “it feels great” to finally capture ONE World Title
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 7, 2024
Mayssa Bastos is still on cloud nine after capturing the ONE Atomweight Submission Grappling World Title. She achieved the feat at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video last Friday, August 2. There, she overthrew Danielle Kelly from her throne atop the division.
Amy Pirnie further proves that Scotland is the next hotbed for fighting talent
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 6, 2024
Amy Pirnie announced her arrival under the ONE Championship banner in the most emphatic way possible. The Scottish newcomer made quick work of rising star Yu Yau Pui in an atomweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video last Friday, August 2.