ONE Championship News
Nadaka promises to showcase refined skill set at ONE 173: "Determination to update my best self"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 17, 2025
Nadaka seeks to establish his distinctive identity on martial arts’ biggest stage. The Japanese superstar believes capturing the inaugural ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Title requires showcasing techniques that separate him from traditional Thai competitors. Nadaka faces Numsurin Chor Ketwina for the belt at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 24-year-old 10-time world champion aims to become the division’s first titleholder while inspiring his home crowd with exceptional striking.
Saemapetch details simple winning strategy at ONE Friday Fights 125: "Get my old form back"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 16, 2025
Saemapetch Fairtex refuses to let consecutive knockout defeats define his legacy. The Thai veteran believes restoring his skill level requires embracing pressure and drawing inspiration from legendary compatriots who overcame similar adversity. Saemapetch faces Elbrus Osmanov in bantamweight Muay Thai action at ONE Friday Fights 125 on September 19 inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 31-year-old former title challenger seeks redemption after absorbing three straight knockout losses to elite competition including Nico Carrillo, Felipe Lobo, and Abdulla Dayakaev.
Aung La N Sang accepts career conclusion with pride: "I'm at peace with it"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 16, 2025
Aung La N Sang prepares for his final professional bout without anxiety or regret. The Myanmar legend embraces retirement after recognizing that family responsibilities and physical preservation take priority over continued competition. Aung La N Sang faces Zebaztian Kadestam in his farewell middleweight clash at ONE Fight Night 36 on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 40-year-old former two-division ONE World Champion seeks to conclude his remarkable career on a triumphant note against the Swedish striker making his middleweight debut.
Jarred Brooks identifies key weakness in Mansur Malachiev: "He is very 'guillotinable'"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 15, 2025
Jarred Brooks promises to exploit crucial technical flaws when their heated rivalry finally reaches its conclusion. The former ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion believes his Russian rival’s defensive habits create submission opportunities that will determine their long-awaited showdown. Brooks faces Mansur Malachiev in flyweight MMA action at ONE Fight Night 36: Prajanchai vs. Di Bella II on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 32-year-old American seeks redemption at a new weight class after consecutive losses shattered his momentum.
Jonathan Di Bella describes new training partner Regian Eersel as "bigger version" of himself
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 14, 2025
Jonathan Di Bella discovered an unexpected friendship during his most crucial training camp. The ONE Interim Strawweight Kickboxing World Champion found kinship with lightweight ruler Regian Eersel while preparing for his title unification showdown. Di Bella faces Prajanchai PK Saenchai for the undisputed ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Championship at ONE Fight Night 36 on Prime Video on Friday, October 3, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 29-year-old seeks redemption against the two-sport ONE World Champion who handed him his first professional defeat at ONE Friday Fights 68 in June.
What went down at the ONE 173 press conference in Japan
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 11, 2025
Rukiya Anpo refuses to show respect for established kickboxing royalty. The three-time K-1 Champion believes his ONE Championship debut will mark the beginning of a new era in featherweight kickboxing. Anpo faces Marat Grigorian in featherweight kickboxing action at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on Sunday, November 16, inside Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The 29-year-old Japanese striker seeks to establish himself as the division’s premier threat in front of his home crowd against the Armenian knockout artist.
Rodtang Jitmuangnon faces Nong-O Hama for vacant flyweight Muay Thai world title at ONE 173
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 11, 2025
Rodtang Jitmuangnon seeks redemption against living legend Nong-O Hama in a Thai super-fight for vacant ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Title, while Christian Lee defends his ONE Lightweight MMA World Title against Alibeg Rasulov in their highly anticipated rematch in Japan. ONE Championship announced the blockbuster additions to ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on November 16 at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena. The former flyweight champion faces the ex-bantamweight king in the most anticipated Muay Thai clash of the year between two Thai legends.
Decho embraces Suriyanlek's knockout challenge at ONE Friday Fights 124: "I'm ready to rumble"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 10, 2025
Decho Por Borirak refuses to be intimidated by Suriyanlek Por Yenying’s devastating finishing power. The 22-year-old rising contender believes his tactical preparation will overcome the veteran’s explosive striking arsenal in Friday’s main event showdown. Decho faces Suriyanlek in 132-pound Muay Thai action at ONE Friday Fights 124 on September 12 inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The young striker headlines his first card against one of the weekly series’ most lethal knockout artists.
Roster shake up: ONE Championship releases five fighters
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2025
Alyse Anderson joins four other fighters in losing their roster spots due to various reasons. The martial arts organization terminated contracts for multiple veterans who failed to meet competitive standards. ONE Championship released Anderson, Reece McLaren, Ahmed Mujtaba, Alexis Nicolas, and Cody Jerome according to social media reports. Each fighter’s official profile now displays a “Released” tag on the promotion’s website, confirming their departure from the roster.
Shadow replaces injured Tawanchai against Liu Mengyang at ONE Friday Fights 126
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2025
Shadow Singha Mawynn accepts a quick turnaround opportunity to face Liu Mengyang in featherweight kickboxing action. The Thai striker steps in after Tawanchai PK Saenchai withdrew from the originally scheduled bout due to injury. Shadow faces Liu Mengyang at ONE Friday Fights 126 on Friday, September 26, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The 25-year-old Thai contender makes his ONE Championship kickboxing debut following his spectacular knockout victory last weekend.
ONE Championship reveals full card for ONE Friday Fights 124 on September 12
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2025
Suriyanlek Por Yenying headlines an action-packed card seeking his signature knockout finish against rising contender Decho Por Borirak. Nearly two dozen athletes battle for coveted $100,000 contracts and main roster opportunities at ONE Championship’s weekly showcase series. ONE Friday Fights 124 takes place on Thursday, September 12, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, broadcasting live in Asia primetime. The 132-pound Muay Thai main event features veteran experience clashing against youthful momentum in a classic stylistic matchup.
Johan Ghazali snaps losing streak with devastating shot: "Nobody can really take an elbow"
BJPENN.COM Staff - September 9, 2025
Johan Ghazali returned to the winner’s circle in emphatic fashion with a first-round TKO of Zakaria El Jamari. The 18-year-old American-Malaysian ended his two-fight losing streak with a devastating right elbow that dropped his opponent at 2:10 of the opening round. Ghazali defeated El Jamari in flyweight Muay Thai action at ONE Fight Night 35 on Friday, September 5, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The walk-off knockout improved his all-striking record to 26-9 and validated his tactical adjustments under new coaching.