ONE Championship News
Luke Lessei pins pressure on Jo Nattawut in ONE Fight Night 17 matchup
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 29, 2023
Luke Lessei heads into his ONE Championship debut with an intriguing perspective. The 27-year-old American striker makes his maiden promotional appearance at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. There, he faces “Smokin’” Jo Nattawut in a featherweight Muay Thai clash.
Bellator executive Mike Kogan claims ONE Championship is about to go out of business: “These people scammed everybody”
Susan Cox - November 28, 2023
Bellator executive Mike Kogan is claiming ONE Championship is about to go out of business. The announcement came last week that Bellator was no longer a standalone entity. The promotion was acquired by the PFL (Professional Fighters League).
Felipe Lobo aims to KO Saemapetch once again at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 27, 2023
Felipe Lobo has one goal in mind when he returns to the ring on December 8 — to knock out Saemapetch Fairtex once again. Both men are scheduled to run it back in a bantamweight Muay Thai showdown at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. This event airs in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Thongpoon PK Saenchai gears up for U.S. primetime debut at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 27, 2023
Thongpoon PK Saenchai has the opportunity of a lifetime to showcase his extraordinary talent in front of a live U.S. primetime audience at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video this December 8. There, he will face promotional newcomer Ellis Badr Barboza in a 120-pound catchweight Muay Thai contest. This matchup takes place at the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Superlek Kiatmoo9 to defend flyweight kickboxing strap against Elias Mahmoudi in ONE Fight Night 18 headliner
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 24, 2023
ONE Championship has set the stage for an epic clash between Superlek Kiatmoo9 and Elias Mahmoudi to headline its first U.S. primetime show of 2024. The bout for Superlek’s ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Title takes place at ONE Fight Night 18 on Prime Video. It airs live from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on January 12.
Former MMA world champ John Lineker to face dangerous Liam Harrison under Muay Thai rules
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 23, 2023
As the clock ticks down to the beginning of 2024, combat sports fans have been chomping at the bit for one fight — John Lineker’s long-teased debut in Muay Thai. The former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion is set to duke it out against Muay Thai savant Liam Harrison at ONE Fight Night 18 on Prime Video. The event will air live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on January 12.
Chatri Sityodtong reveals that ONE Championship is poised for record-breaking numbers in 2024
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 23, 2023
ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong expressed unwavering confidence in the company’s financial future. In a recent interview with CNBC, Sityodtong said that he fully believes ONE will achieve profitability by the second half of 2024.
Jacob Smith chasing $50K bonus at ONE Fight Night 15: ‘I’m coming for that 50 bags’
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 23, 2023
Jacob Smith harbors a desire to win his upcoming bout in the most rewarding way possible. The British striker takes on #2-ranked flyweight Muay Thai contender Walter Goncalves at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video. This emanates live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 8.
Chatri Sityodtong shakes up MMA world: "ONE is getting ready to take over"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 21, 2023
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong has confirmed the promotion’s plans to kick off the first quarter of 2024 with three premium events. He made the announcement in a Facebook post on Sunday, November 19.
Thai legend Seksan battles rising Aussie star River Daz at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 20, 2023
Seksan Or Kwanmuang seeks to cap off his spectacular year on a high note. “The Man Who Yields To No One” faces River Daz in a 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Friday Fights 46. This event airs live in Asian primetime from the world-renowned Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on December 22.
Flyweight submission grappling world champ Mikey Musumeci relishes experience of training Muay Thai: “I love the energy”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 18, 2023
For Mikey Musumeci, the latest chapter in his martial arts journey involved stepping into the world of Muay Thai. This foray took the reigning ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Champion to the heart of the discipline’s homeland — Thailand. There, he had the privilege of learning from some of the nation’s finest strikers.
Niclas Larsen out, Jo Nattawut gets new opponent at ONE Fight Night 17
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 17, 2023
“Smokin’” Jo Nattawut has a new assignment for his quick turnaround fight. It’s happening at ONE Fight Night 17 on Prime Video this December 8. The 34-year-old veteran will now take on ONE debutant Luke Lessei in a three-round featherweight Muay Thai clash. This bout broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Legendary Nong-O Hama returns to face surging newcomer Nico Carrillo at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
The excitement continues to build for the upcoming ONE Friday Fights 46 event on December 22, as the much-awaited return of Nong-O Hama will now grace the already stacked lineup. The former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion faces Nico Carrillo in a high-stakes showdown. This airs in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Jarred Brooks eyeing crossover fights with Thai superstars Superlek, Rodtang
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
Champions are constantly seeking new challenges to push their limits and solidify their legacies, and Jarred Brooks is no exception. Despite a recent setback in his bid to become a two-sport titleholder, the reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion remains open to the prospect of having more crossover bouts.
Joseph Lasiri to face Prajanchai in world title unification bout at ONE Friday Fights 46
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 16, 2023
The much-awaited ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title unification between divisional king Joseph Lasiri and interim titleholder Prajanchai PK Saenchai will finally happen on December 22. The bout goes down at ONE Friday Fights 46, broadcasting live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Jarred Brooks eyeing showdown with MMA GOAT Demetrious Johnson: “DJ is the main fight, period”
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 15, 2023
Jarred Brooks harbors a specific ambition in ONE Championship to face none other than the legendary Demetrious Johnson. “The Monkey God” has already carved a path of success as the ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion.
Liam Harrison heralds ONE Championship as UFC’s genuine competition
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 14, 2023
ONE Championship and the UFC have long been recognized as the titans in the world of martial arts, but Liam Harrison sees a shift in the balance of power. He believes that ONE’s strategic decision to expand its offerings beyond MMA, particularly into Muay Thai and kickboxing, has given the Asian promotion a significant edge over its Western counterpart.
Thai megastar Stamp Fairtex aiming for Xiong Jing Nan's strawweight gold: "The only challenge I want"
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 13, 2023
Having already etched her name in the annals of combat sports history as the first-ever three-sport ONE World Champion, Stamp Fairtex now sets her sights on an unparalleled challenge. The Thai megastar plans to move up a weight class to vie for Xiong Jing Nan’s ONE Women’s Strawweight MMA World Championship.