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Danny Kingad promises to “make a statement” in rematch against Adriano Moraes 

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 19, 2024

It’s indisputable that #3-ranked contender Danny Kingad is one of the most entertaining fighters in ONE Championship’s flyweight MMA division.    But despite this reputation, the Filipino star hasn’t scored a finish in years — a drought that he’s determined to end when he returns to action at ONE 169: Atlanta on November 8. 

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Josue Cruz looks to put “never quit mentality” on display at ONE 168

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 19, 2024

Josue Cruz may find himself facing an uphill battle, but his fighting spirit remains undiminished.  The Mexican warrior will have a chance to redeem himself as he dukes it out with Johan Ghazali in a flyweight Muay Thai showdown. This happens at ONE 168: Denver, airing live from Ball Arena on September 6.

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Jake Peacock returns to action against Shinji Suzuki at ONE 169

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 18, 2024

The highly anticipated ONE 169: Atlanta event has bolstered its talent-filled lineup with the addition of Muay Thai rising star Jake Peacock. On the card, the Canadian-British striker reports for duty against Shinji Suzuki in a bantamweight tilt at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 8.

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Johan Estupinan vows to finish Sean Climaco at ONE 168: “I’ll look drop to him”

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 17, 2024

Johan Estupinan is making it clear that he has no intention of leaving his next bout in the hands of the judges. The Colombian striker takes on fellow hard-hitter Sean Climaco in a flyweight Muay Thai tiff. This takes place at ONE 168: Denver, airing live from Ball Arena on September 6.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Nabil Anane takes on “Man of Steel” at ONE Friday Fights 81

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 14, 2024

The anticipation for ONE Friday Fights 81 just got even higher with the addition of the highly touted Nabil Anane to an already stacked lineup. He is booked to square off against Myanmar’s Soe Lin Oo in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash on September 27. This happens live in Asian primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Lil' bro reminds fans that Jonathan Haggerty's "got that dog in him"

BJPENN.COM Staff - August 12, 2024

Freddie Haggerty exudes confidence that older brother Jonathan Haggerty will emerge triumphant in his next assignment.  Jonathan stakes his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Championship against flyweight kickboxing king Superlek Kiatmoo9 in the main event of ONE 168: Denver. This takes place at the Ball Arena on September 6.