ONE Championship News
Teen MMA phenom Adrian Lee finds inspiration in teenage sweetheart
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 17, 2024
Adrian Lee doesn’t have to look too far for inspiration when he gears up for his next assignment. The 18-year-old rising star reports for duty at ONE 168: Denver on September 6. There, he takes on Nico Cornejo in a lightweight MMA bout, airing live from the 21,000-seat Ball Arena.
Kade Ruotolo admits to feeling “a bit invincible” after successful MMA debut
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 15, 2024
An added dose of confidence is coursing through Kade Ruotolo’s veins as he gears up for his next outing. The American phenom defends his ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Title against flyweight king Mikey Musumeci at ONE 168: Denver. This takes place at the Ball Arena on September 6.
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.
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.
Jarred Brooks targeted by Lito Adiwang: “I want to be the one”
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 13, 2024
With no definite timetable for lineal king Joshua Pacio’s return from an ACL injury, Lito Adiwang hopes to get a shot at the ONE Interim Strawweight MMA World Title recently captured by Jarred Brooks at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video earlier this month. With the weight class crowning a placeholder due to Pacio’s absence, “Thunder Kid” looks to capitalize on the situation.
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.
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.
Joshua Pacio fires back at Jarred Brooks: “I’m not going anywhere”
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 8, 2024
Joshua Pacio assures Jarred Brooks that they will revisit their heated rivalry once he gets cleared to compete. The reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion is currently nursing an ACL injury. Since June, he has been undergoing physical therapy.
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.
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.
Nabil Anane in "no rush" to fight for World Title after ONE Fight Night 24 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 6, 2024
Nabil Anane proved at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video last Friday, August 2, that he deserves to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the elite on the main roster. The towering 6-foot-4 Thai phenom shined under the bright lights, dominating #3-ranked contender and former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title challenger Felipe Lobo.
Nong-O Hama vs. Kiamran Nabati added to ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 6, 2024
ONE Friday Fights 81 has bolstered its bout lineup with a must-see bantamweight Muay Thai clash between Nong-O Hama and Kiamran Nabati. This Asia primetime event takes place live at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 27.
Denice Zamboanga battles Alyona Rassohyna for atomweight strap at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 5, 2024
Denice Zamboanga could fulfill a long-awaited dream when she takes on Alyona Rassohyna for the ONE Interim Atomweight MMA World Championship. This five-rounder will feature as the co-main event of ONE Fight Night 25 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 4.
Alexis Nicolas, Regian Eersel to run it back at ONE Fight Night 25
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 5, 2024
Superbon to battle Jo Nattawut under Muay Thai rules at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 4, 2024
Superbon will revisit his Muay Thai roots in his next assignment. This is slated to happen in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 81, airing live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 27.
Takeru to make much-awaited return against Black Panther at ONE Friday Fights 81
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 2, 2024
Fight fans can finally mark their calendars as Takeru Segawa‘s highly anticipated return to the ring is official. During a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, July 31, it was confirmed that the Japanese superstar would make his comeback at ONE Friday Fights 81 on September 27. This event airs live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.