ONE Championship News
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.
Rodtang wants Takeru next following triumphant return at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 11, 2024
Rodtang Jitmuangnon now wants to revisit unfinished business with Takeru Segawa. The reigning ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion wasted no time in calling out the Japanese superstar following his successful return to action at ONE 167 on Prime Video on Friday, June 7.
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.
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.
Sitthichai fights to give family better life: “It motivates me to succeed”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 7, 2024
Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong acknowledges he is stepping into the twilight of his illustrious career. However, there is a potent force driving the #3-ranked kickboxing contender to continue competing at the highest level — his family.
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.
Itsuki Hirata aims for impressive win at ONE 167: “I’m confident I can get a finish”
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 5, 2024
Itsuki Hirata vows to do everything in her power to return to her winning ways. “Android 18” squares off with Victoria Souza in a women’s atomweight MMA bout at ONE 167 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime card emanates live from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7.
Liam Harrison promises “to hurt” Katsuki Kitano in return at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 4, 2024
Liam Harrison hopes to steal the show when he returns to action in U.S. primetime. This happens at ONE 167 on Prime Video, emanating live from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7. There, he takes on Katsuki Kitano in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash.
ONE 167: Full card and where to stream in North America
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 4, 2024
This Friday, June 7, ONE Championship is poised to electrify U.S. primetime with ONE 167 on Prime Video. The premium live event airs from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, and it promises a night of high-octane martial arts action with an 11-bout card.
Victoria Souza expects tough battle against Itsuki Hirata at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 4, 2024
Victoria Souza cannot deny that she’s bracing for a competitive encounter against Itsuki Hirata. This women’s atomweight MMA bout takes place at ONE 167 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 7.