ONE Championship News
Lito Adiwang to duke it out against Danial Williams at ONE Fight Night 19
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 1, 2024
Lito Adiwang is set to figure in a bout that promises to be a hard-hitting affair. The Filipino sensation squares off against Australia’s Danial Williams in a strawweight MMA clash at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. The event emanates live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on February 16.
Luke Lessei returns to action against Eddie Abasolo at ONE Fight Night 19
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 1, 2024
ONE Championship’s next live event in U.S. primetime will feature an all-American Muay Thai clash. At ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video this February 16, Luke Lessei locks horns with Eddie Abasolo in a featherweight bout. The card airs from the iconic Lumipinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Marat Grigorian "feels great" to beat rival Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong again at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 31, 2024
Marat Grigorian left no stone unturned at ONE 165 this past weekend. He claimed what he deems the most satisfying victory in his long-standing rivalry with Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong. Both men faced each other for the sixth time at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, and Grigorian did not disappoint.
Shinya Aoki silences retirement talks following ONE 165 win
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 30, 2024
Shinya Aoki has made it clear that he’s not ready to call it quits just yet. This comes on the heels of Aoki’s first-round submission victory over former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion John Lineker in their openweight bout at ONE 165 this past weekend.
Sage Northcutt issues statement following withdrawal from ONE 165 fight against Shinya Aoki
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 28, 2024
Sage Northcutt has spoken out after being pulled from a ONE Championship card. Northcutt had been scheduled to meet Shinya Aoki at ONE 165 on January 28. That plan went awry at the last minute, as the former UFC star ended up bowing out of the matchup. He was replaced by John Lineker, who was submitted by Aoki in the first round.
ONE 165 Results: Shinya Aoki submits John Lineker in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 28, 2024
A lightweight fight between MMA veterans John Lineker and Shinya Aoki took place at tonight’s ONE 165 event at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Aoki was originally slated to face former UFC fighter Sage Northcutt (12-3 MMA) at tonight’s event; however, ‘Super Sage‘ pulled out at the last minute due to corner issues, which led to Lineker stepping in.
ONE 165 Results: Garry Tonon submits Martin Nguyen in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - January 28, 2024
A highly anticipated featherweight MMA fight between Martin Nguyen and Garry Tonon took place at tonight’s ONE 165 event at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The animosity between Nguyen and Tonon has been simmering for years, playing out vividly on social media platforms. However, tonight the time had come for the verbal jabs to transform into physical combat.
ONE 165: 'Superlek vs. Takeru' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - January 27, 2024
ONE Championship returns to Tokyo, Japan, for tonight’s highly anticipated ONE 165 pay-per-view event. The eleven-bout fight card is headlined by a flyweight kickboxing bout between Superlek Kiatmuu9 (136-29-4) and Takeru Segawa (43-3).
Itsuki Hirata aims to deliver exciting performance at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 27, 2024
When Itsuki Hirata steps into the ring at ONE 165 on Sunday, January 28, it won’t just be a battle for victory. For “Android 18,” her mission is to put forth an impressive performance at her long-awaited homecoming.
Tommy Langaker seeks redemption against Kade Ruotolo at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 26, 2024
The flame of redemption burns brightly for Tommy Langaker as he gears up for a rematch against Kade Ruotolo. Both men are slated to run it back for Ruotolo’s ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Title in the co-main event of ONE 165. It takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, this Sunday, January 28.
Hiroba Minowa, Keito Yamakita aiming for statement wins at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 26, 2024
ONE 165 this Sunday, January 28, will see two of Japan’s rising strawweight MMA stars — Hiroba Minowa and Keito Yamakita — stepping into the Circle to prove their mettle on the global stage. Minowa, the current #3-ranked divisional contender, squares off against #4-ranked Gustavo Balart. The fight happens on a stacked card at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Takeru determined to dethrone Superlek in Japan: "I will give it my all"
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 26, 2024
Takeru Segawa is not just looking for a victory in his highly anticipated ONE Championship debut this Sunday, January 28. He challenges Superlek Kiatmoo9 for the ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Title in the main event of ONE 165. This card broadcasts live on pay-per-view from the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Itsuki Hirata aims to deliver exciting performance at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 25, 2024
When Itsuki Hirata steps into the ring at ONE 165 on Sunday, January 28, it won’t just be a battle for victory. For “Android 18,” her mission is to put forth an impressive performance at her long-awaited homecoming.
Kade Ruotolo aiming for decisive finish over old foe Tommy Langaker: “I want to submit him”
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 25, 2024
Kade Ruotolo is on a mission to prove a point when he runs it back with Tommy Langaker this weekend. The rematch happens in the co-headliner of ONE 165. There, Ruotolo’s ONE Lightweight Submission Grappling World Title will be on the line. This event airs live on pay-per-view from the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, this Sunday, January 28.
Chatri Sityodtong shuts down reports of ONE Championship's financial struggles: "Every year we hit a new record high in every metric"
Cole Shelton - January 24, 2024
ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong has shut down reports that his promotion is struggling financially. Recently, an article came out that ONE is searching for more funding, and Qatar was “embarrassed” by its association with ONE because of ONE’s “weak financials.”
Chatri Sityodtong provides update on Demetrious Johnson's fighting future: "He says he doesn't have the burning desire"
Cole Shelton - January 23, 2024
ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong has provided an update on flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson. Johnson is coming off a decision win over Adriano Moraes to defend his flyweight title last May and after the fight, he hinted that may be it for him. ‘Mighty Mouse’ has accomplished a ton in his career as he’s won titles in both UFC and ONE Championship, and at age 37 there isn’t much left for him to do in his career.
Sage Northcutt relishes chance to face Shinya Aoki: “The biggest fight of my career”
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 22, 2024
At ONE 165 on January 28, Sage Northcutt will find himself in the fortunate position of going up against the legendary Shinya Aoki. This lightweight MMA clash takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. It offers the audience a spectacle that has been years in the making.
Ayaka Miura radiates determination to triumph in atomweight debut at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 19, 2024
Ayaka Miura is gearing up for a significant shift in her professional MMA career. At ONE 165 on January 28 she makes her atomweight debut. This highly anticipated bout against compatriot Itsuki Hirata takes place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.