ONE Championship News
Tawanchai-Jo Nattawut rivalry to ignite ONE 169: Atlanta
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 20, 2024
For the third time, Tawanchai PK Saenchai and “Smokin” Jo Nattawut will lock horns in what promises to be an explosive showdown aimed at settling their unfinished business. The latest installment of their rivalry happens at ONE 169: Atlanta at the State Farm Arena on November 8. There, Tawanchai’s ONE Featherweight Muay Thai World Championship will once again be on the line.
Official: Jarred Brooks, Gustavo Balart to throwdown for interim strawweight title
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 20, 2024
With reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Joshua Pacio sidelined due to an ACL injury, Jarred Brooks and Gustavo Balart will clash for the interim title. The #1-ranked contender in Brooks and #3-ranked Balart battle for the belt in the main event of ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event is set to take place at the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 2.
Chatri Sityodtong: ONE to bring in record-breaking 2024 revenues
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 19, 2024
ONE Championship could achieve a milestone that eludes many in the combat sports industry — profitability. The company’s Chairman and CEO, Chatri Sityodtong, recently announced that the promotion is on track to accomplish that by 2024.
Nico Carrillo promises to torch Saemapetch at ONE Fight Night 23: "I’m bringing the heat"
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 18, 2024
Nico Carrillo has promised nothing short of a spectacular display when he returns to the ring on July 6. The #1-ranked bantamweight Muay Thai contender locks horns with #4-ranked Saemapetch Fairtex in a three-round duel.
Tye Ruotolo returns to action against Jozef Chen at ONE Fight Night 23
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 17, 2024
Tye Ruotolo will engage in an intriguing bout when he returns to action. The reigning ONE Welterweight Submission Grappling World Champion squares off against Jozef Chen in a 186-pound catchweight contest.
Early retirement? Christian Lee promises that “it was never going to be an option”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 17, 2024
Christian Lee remains committed to the sport he loves. The ONE Lightweight and Welterweight MMA World Champion gave this assurance when he talked to Sportskeeda during fight week of ONE 167 on Prime Video. There, he worked in the corner of younger brother Adrian Lee’s successful promotional debut against Antonio Mammarella.
Danielle Kelly to defend submission grappling crown against Mayssa Bastos at ONE Fight Night 24
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 16, 2024
Danielle Kelly will put her ONE Women’s Atomweight Submission Grappling World Title on the line when she reports for duty. This happens at ONE Fight Night 24 on Prime Video, emanating live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 2.
Johan Ghazali remains in high spirits despite ONE 167 defeat
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 16, 2024
Johan Ghazali may have suffered his first defeat in ONE Championship, but his warrior spirit remains resolute. The American-Malaysian phenom experienced a disappointing loss at ONE 167 on Prime Video last Friday, June 7, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena. There, he bowed to Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat in a flyweight Muay Thai clash.
Rodtang, Denis Puric squash beef after heated match at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 15, 2024
In an unexpected twist, Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Denis Puric have chosen to bury the hatchet by playing a game of soccer. This heartwarming gesture came after their intense catchweight kickboxing bout at ONE 167 on Prime Video last Friday, June 7, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena.
Chatri Sityodtong targets Tawanchai-Nattawut III for Atlanta
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 13, 2024
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong is hinting at the possibility of a trilogy bout between Tawanchai PK Saenchai and “Smokin” Jo Nattawut. Following their electrifying rematch at ONE 167 on Prime Video last Friday, June 7, he sees the potential for the fierce rivals to clash once more at one of the promotion’s two U.S. events later this year.
Mikey Musumeci reflects on emotional win over Gabriel Sousa: "It was just more about me finally shutting him up"
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 12, 2024
Mikey Musumeci’s victory over Gabriel Sousa in their rematch at ONE 167 on Prime Video last Friday, June 7, stood out as a defining chapter in his storied career. Moving up to bantamweight, the reigning ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Champion needed just over three minutes to submit Sousa in front of a sold-out crowd at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.
Denice Zamboanga calls for interim title shot after ONE 167 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 11, 2024
For Denice Zamboanga, waiting idly on the sidelines is not an option. Her recent assignment at ONE 167 on Prime Video last Friday, June 7, marked the end of a 14-month layoff. And she did so with an emphatic statement. There, she dominated Noelle Grandjean over three rounds to claim a unanimous decision win.
Kade Ruotolo finds himself in the crosshairs of a Filipino MMA legend
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 10, 2024
Eduard Folayang is itching to make his return to the Circle against Kade Ruotolo. With his sights set on an exciting comeback, the former ONE Lightweight MMA World Champion has revealed one intriguing matchup that has caught his attention.
After MMA debut win, Kade Ruotolo promises return to all-encompassing sport: “I had so much fun”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 10, 2024
Following his triumphant MMA debut at ONE 167 on Prime Video, Kade Ruotolo is contemplating his next steps in the sport. The current ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Champion seamlessly transitioned in front of a sold-out crowd at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7.
Three stars take home $50,000 performance bonuses at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 9, 2024
Three athletes stood out with their performances at ONE 167 on Prime Video on Friday, June 7, at Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena, and that earned them some extra cash. ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong awarded $50,000 bonuses to Mikey Musumeci, Kade Ruotolo, and Adrian Lee.
Danny Kingad accepts Reece McLaren’s callout: “I’m ready anytime”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 9, 2024
Danny Kingad has made it abundantly clear he has no qualms about running it back with Reece McLaren. The possibility of a rematch between #3-ranked flyweight Kingad and #4-ranked McLaren resurfaced after the latter’s recent victory over Hu Yong at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video in May.
Masaaki Noiri feels no pressure ahead of much-awaited debut at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 6, 2024
Masaaki Noiri is brimming with confidence as he prepares to face #3-ranked Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong. Both men duke it out in a featherweight kickboxing bout at ONE 167 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event takes place at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7.
Mikey Musumeci fired up to score payback on Gabriel Sousa: "I’m f****** ready"
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 5, 2024
Mikey Musumeci intends to leave everything on the line when he runs it back with Gabriel Sousa. The rematch happens at ONE 167 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, this Friday, June 7.