ONE Championship News
Ben Tynan puts target on Anatoly Malykhin: “I’m coming for him”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 17, 2024
Ben Tynan made it crystal clear that he wants a piece of three-division king Anatoly Malykhin. The Canadian powerhouse has captured the attention of fans with his emphatic performances in ONE Championship.
Grappling icon Kade Ruotolo “super fired up” for MMA debut at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 17, 2024
Kade Ruotolo is feeling a rush of excitement as he gears up for his long-anticipated transition to MMA against Blake Cooper. The reigning ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion makes his first foray into the all-encompassing sport at ONE 167 on Prime Video. This takes place live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Eduard Folayang throws support behind Denice Zamboanga at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 17, 2024
A legendary figure who knows a thing or two about rising to the occasion is passionately rallying behind Denice Zamboanga. Eduard Folayang has openly declared his support for Zamboanga, who challenges Stamp Fairtex for her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship. This happens in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Jake Peacock ready for next challenge: “I’m always down for a scrap”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 17, 2024
For Jake Peacock, his recent triumph in ONE Championship has only fueled his hunger for more challenges. The Canadian-British sensation turned heads in his promotional debut at ONE Friday Fights 58 earlier this month. There, he dominated Kohei Shinjo from bell to bell in their bantamweight Muay Thai clash en route to a convincing unanimous decision win.
Jeremy Pacatiw wants to test mettle against top-ranked contenders
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 15, 2024
Following his triumphant return to action earlier this month, Jeremy Pacatiw is more confident than ever. “The Juggernaut” made a resounding comeback after a 16-month layoff at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. There, he barely broke a sweat against Wang Shuo in a bantamweight MMA clash.
Nong-O Hama aiming for another shot at bantamweight strap: ‘I think I should get a title shot’
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 14, 2024
Nong-O Hama is fueled by a burning desire to once again carry 26 pounds of gold on his shoulder. With a legacy as the most dominant ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion in the promotion’s history, the Thai megastar believes that he deserves another shot at reclaiming his throne.
Superbon wishes to run it back with Chingiz Allazov: “I want to be number one”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 12, 2024
For Superbon, the desire for payback burns brightly. At ONE Friday Fights 58 last week, he captured the ONE Interim Featherweight Kickboxing World Championship in a thrilling rubber match against Marat Grigorian. But amid the celebration, his focus remained fixed on one man — Chingiz Allazov.
Top-ranked flyweights Reece McLaren vs. Hu Yong booked for ONE Fight Night 22 in May
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 12, 2024
The date is set for Reece McLaren’s long-awaited return to the ONE Championship stage. “Lightning” squares off against Hu Yong in a battle between ranked flyweight MMA contenders. Their bout takes place at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 3.
Zhang Lipeng squares off with Maurice Abevi at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
As the anticipation continues to build for ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video, fans have another exciting matchup to look forward to. An intriguing lightweight MMA bout between Zhang Lipeng and Maurice Abevi has been added to the U.S. primetime event set to air live from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 3.
Hiroki Akimoto welcomes Wei Rui at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
A highly touted promotional newcomer faces top-ranked bantamweight kickboxer Hiroki Akimoto in his first assignment under the ONE Championship banner. Wei Rui makes his maiden appearance at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video against the former ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion.
Tye Ruotolo fires shots at old foe Nicholas Meregali: "He's running"
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
For Tye Ruotolo, one name looms large in his mind as he plots his next move — Nicholas Meregali. This anticipated matchup has been brewing for quite some time. Now, Ruotolo is determined to bring it to fruition under the ONE Championship banner.
Grappling World Champion Kade Ruotolo faces Blake Cooper in MMA debut at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
Kade Ruotolo is set to make his much-awaited MMA debut on June 7. The confirmation was made during the broadcast of ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5.
Alexis Nicolas relives world title win at ONE Fight Night 21: “It’s a very good feeling”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 9, 2024
Alexis Nicolas is currently in a state of indescribable elation. “Barboza” shocked the world in the main event of ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5. There, he beat Regian Eersel via unanimous decision to claim the ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship.
Ben Tynan, Ruotolo Twins Bag $50,000 bonuses at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 8, 2024
Three athletes left the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, with some bonuses thanks to their spectacular performances at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5. ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong awarded $50,000 performance bonuses to twin brothers Tye and Kade Ruotolo and Ben Tynan.
Stamp Fairtex to put friendship with Denice Zamboanga aside for ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 6, 2024
It’s safe to assume that Stamp Fairtex faces a tough predicament in her next outing. The Thai megastar is scheduled to defend her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title against Denice Zamboanga. This bout takes place in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Rich Franklin to appear at USA Muaythai Grand Nationals
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 5, 2024
The American martial arts community will witness a momentous occasion when Rich Franklin makes an appearance at the 2024 USA Muaythai Grand Nationals Tournament. The four-day competition goes down at the Hockessin PAL Center in Delaware from Thursday, April 4, to Sunday, April 7.
Lions Nation MMA rallies behind Jeremy Pacatiw ahead of ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Jeremy Pacatiw may be coming off a 16-month layoff, but his teammates at Lions Nation MMA are brimming with confidence in his ability to seize the moment. “The Juggernaut” reports for duty at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video this Friday, April 5. There, he takes on Wang Shuo in a bantamweight MMA clash. The fight airs live in U.S. primetime at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Ben Tynan promises to be "one of the biggest names" in ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Ben Tynan knows that winning his next assignment will determine his career trajectory moving forward. “Vanilla Thunder” returns to action in a heavyweight MMA clash against Duke Didier at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event airs live from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, April 5.