ONE Championship News
Official: Seven matches added to ONE Fight Night 22 to complete 11-bout lineup
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 16, 2024
As the countdown to ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video draws closer, fans are in for a treat with the addition of seven matches to complete its lineup. Four contests were previously announced for this U.S. primetime card set to air live from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 3. It includes Smilla Sundell’s defense of her ONE Women’s Strawweight Muay Thai World Title against Natalia Diachkova in the main event.
Jeremy Pacatiw wants to test mettle against top-ranked contenders
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 15, 2024
Following his triumphant return to action earlier this month, Jeremy Pacatiw is more confident than ever. “The Juggernaut” made a resounding comeback after a 16-month layoff at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. There, he barely broke a sweat against Wang Shuo in a bantamweight MMA clash.
Nong-O Hama aiming for another shot at bantamweight strap: ‘I think I should get a title shot’
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 14, 2024
Nong-O Hama is fueled by a burning desire to once again carry 26 pounds of gold on his shoulder. With a legacy as the most dominant ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion in the promotion’s history, the Thai megastar believes that he deserves another shot at reclaiming his throne.
Superbon wishes to run it back with Chingiz Allazov: “I want to be number one”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 12, 2024
For Superbon, the desire for payback burns brightly. At ONE Friday Fights 58 last week, he captured the ONE Interim Featherweight Kickboxing World Championship in a thrilling rubber match against Marat Grigorian. But amid the celebration, his focus remained fixed on one man — Chingiz Allazov.
Muay Thai Legend Liam Harrison booked for ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 11, 2024
After nearly two years on the sidelines, Liam Harrison will make his long-awaited return to ONE Championship. This happens at ONE 167 on Prime Video, which airs live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7. There, he takes on Katsuki Kitano in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash.
Zhang Lipeng squares off with Maurice Abevi at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
As the anticipation continues to build for ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video, fans have another exciting matchup to look forward to. An intriguing lightweight MMA bout between Zhang Lipeng and Maurice Abevi has been added to the U.S. primetime event set to air live from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 3.
Hiroki Akimoto welcomes Wei Rui at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
A highly touted promotional newcomer faces top-ranked bantamweight kickboxer Hiroki Akimoto in his first assignment under the ONE Championship banner. Wei Rui makes his maiden appearance at ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video against the former ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion.
Tye Ruotolo fires shots at old foe Nicholas Meregali: "He's running"
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 10, 2024
For Tye Ruotolo, one name looms large in his mind as he plots his next move — Nicholas Meregali. This anticipated matchup has been brewing for quite some time. Now, Ruotolo is determined to bring it to fruition under the ONE Championship banner.
Mikey Musumeci moves up in weight to rematch old tormentor Gabriel Sousa at ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 9, 2024
Mikey Musumeci is stepping out of his comfort zone. The reigning ONE Flyweight Submission Grappling World Champion sets his sights on redemption against Gabriel Sousa. For him to attain that, he has to move up to bantamweight.
Alexis Nicolas relives world title win at ONE Fight Night 21: “It’s a very good feeling”
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 9, 2024
Alexis Nicolas is currently in a state of indescribable elation. “Barboza” shocked the world in the main event of ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5. There, he beat Regian Eersel via unanimous decision to claim the ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship.
Ben Tynan, Ruotolo Twins Bag $50,000 bonuses at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 8, 2024
Three athletes left the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, with some bonuses thanks to their spectacular performances at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video last Friday, April 5. ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong awarded $50,000 performance bonuses to twin brothers Tye and Kade Ruotolo and Ben Tynan.
Stamp Fairtex to put friendship with Denice Zamboanga aside for ONE 167
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 6, 2024
It’s safe to assume that Stamp Fairtex faces a tough predicament in her next outing. The Thai megastar is scheduled to defend her ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title against Denice Zamboanga. This bout takes place in the main event of ONE 167 on Prime Video, airing live in U.S. primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 7.
Smilla Sundell to battle Natalia Diachkova at ONE Fight Night 22
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 4, 2024
The main event of ONE Fight Night 22 on Prime Video promises an encounter like no other. In fact, two of Muay Thai’s biggest stars gear up to slug it out with 26 pounds at stake. Smilla Sundell puts her ONE Women’s Strawweight Muay Thai World Title on the line against Natalia Diachkova. This five-round duel airs in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand on May 3.
Lions Nation MMA rallies behind Jeremy Pacatiw ahead of ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Jeremy Pacatiw may be coming off a 16-month layoff, but his teammates at Lions Nation MMA are brimming with confidence in his ability to seize the moment. “The Juggernaut” reports for duty at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video this Friday, April 5. There, he takes on Wang Shuo in a bantamweight MMA clash. The fight airs live in U.S. primetime at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Ben Tynan promises to be "one of the biggest names" in ONE Championship
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Ben Tynan knows that winning his next assignment will determine his career trajectory moving forward. “Vanilla Thunder” returns to action in a heavyweight MMA clash against Duke Didier at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This U.S. primetime event airs live from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, April 5.
Jonathan Di Bella believes win over Pranjanchai will thrust him into spotlight
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 3, 2024
Jonathan Di Bella is aware of the litmus test that awaits him at ONE Friday Fights 58 on April 5. The Italian-Canadian sensation stakes his ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Title against divisional Muay Thai king Prajanchai PK Saenchai in the co-headliner of this Asian primetime event.
Suablack promises to finish Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE Fight Night 21
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 1, 2024
Suablack Tor Pran49 is poised to make his mark on the global stage once again. The Thai phenom returns to action in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash against Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video. This event airs live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, April 5.
ONE Fight Night 21: Where to watch in North America
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 1, 2024
April is shaping up to be a month of high-octane action as ONE Championship delivers another stacked card to the U.S. primetime audience. ONE Fight Night 21 on Prime Video this Friday, April 5, takes center stage. It airs live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. The event boasts nine thrilling bouts, including two highly anticipated World Title matches on the marquee.