ONE Championship News
Eddie Abasolo fired up for ONE Fight Night 19 bout against Luke Lessei
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 13, 2024
Eddie Abasolo knows he has a point to prove in his next outing. The proud California native locks horns with Iowa’s Luke Lessei in a featherweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, this Friday, February 16.
Saemapetch Fairtex promises to "clear up ambiguity" of controversial loss to Mohamed Younes Rabah
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 13, 2024
Saemapetch Fairtex can taste his desire for payback as he prepares for his second encounter with Mohamed Younes Rabah. The bantamweight Muay Thai rematch takes place at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. It airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, this Friday, February 16.
ONE Fight Night 20 to celebrate International Women's Day with all-female headliners
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 13, 2024
ONE Fight Night 20 on Prime Video will captivate audiences on International Women’s Day 2024. It features a spectacular lineup headlined by two ONE World Title bouts. This live spectacle airs in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on March 8.
Liam Nolan in pursuit of KO victory at ONE Fight Night 19: "Straight Away"
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 13, 2024
Liam Nolan is gearing up for his next challenge with a burning desire to settle an unsolved task. The Englishman squares off against Nauzet Trujillo in a lightweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. The event emanates live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on February 16.
Arjan Bhullar kickstarts road to redemption at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 12, 2024
Arjan Bhullar finds himself at a crucial juncture with one singular goal in mind — to wash away the bitter taste of defeat with a resounding victory. He will have the opportunity to do so at ONE 166: Qatar. He locks horns with Amir Aliakbari in a heavyweight MMA bout slated to happen at Lusail Sports Arena on March 1.
Danial Williams excited to throw down with Lito Adiwang: “It’s going to be an absolute banger”
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 11, 2024
Danial Williams is a competitor with a penchant for exciting battles. And his smile grows from ear to ear when he’s faced with an opponent who shares the same demeanor. Luckily for “Mini T,” he faces a fellow hard-hitter who promises to bring the heat to his next outing.
ONE Championship issues statement following recent accusations from Sage Northcutt
Chris Taylor - February 10, 2024
ONE Championship has issued a statement following the recent accusations made by welterweight fighter Sage Northcutt. Northcutt (12-3 MMA) was supposed to fight Shinya Aoki on the main card of last month’s ONE 165 event. However, during the event itself it was announced that Northcutt had pulled out of the contest because his cornermen were reportedly denied visas.
Reinier de Ridder looks to rectify lapses in rematch with Anatoly Malykhin
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 9, 2024
Reinier de Ridder is on a mission to erase the memory of the most heartbreaking defeat of his professional career. “The Dutch Knight” will have the chance to do so when he defends his ONE Middleweight MMA World Title against the culprit of his harrowing juncture — Anatoly Malykhin.
Sage Northcutt takes aim at ONE Championship over fight withdrawal: "That is completely inaccurate"
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2024
Sage Northcutt has fired back at ONE Championship over his fight cancellation. Northcutt was supposed to fight Shinya Aoki at ONE 165 at the end of January. However, on the day of the fight, it was revealed ‘Super’ pulled out of the fight due to his cornermen not getting visas in time. Since then, Chatri Sityodtong said other people would corner Northcutt but the American didn’t want to fight.
Yuya Wakamatsu, Gustavo Balart move up in ONE Championship’s rankings
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 8, 2024
In the aftermath of ONE 165 on January 28, Yuya Wakamatsu and Gustavo Balart made a significant leap in ONE Championship’s athlete rankings. While the majority of divisions maintained their status quo, the flyweight and strawweight MMA brackets witnessed notable shake-ups.
Felipe Lobo aiming for statement-making win over Jonathan Haggerty: “I want to show him who I am”
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 8, 2024
Rivalries often add an extra layer of intensity to matchups. And the upcoming ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video headliner promises to deliver just that. Beyond the pursuit of glory, Felipe Lobo seeks to settle a personal beef with Jonathan Haggerty. The bout will be an emphatic clash for the latter’s ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title.
Nong-O Hama squares off against Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 6, 2024
As the countdown begins for ONE Championship’s historic event in Qatar, fans are in for a treat as a legendary name joins the stellar lineup. Former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nong-O Hama is set to make his return to action against Vladimir Kuzmin at ONE 166: Qatar. The spectacle broadcasts live on pay-per-view from Lusail Sports Arena on March 1.
Jonathan Haggerty looks to squash personal beef with Felipe Lobo at ONE Fight Night 19
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 2, 2024
Jonathan Haggerty’s next outing entails a narrative that goes beyond the pursuit of glory. The Englishman attempts to defend his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title against #3-ranked contender Felipe Lobo in the main event of ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. The spectacle airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on February 16.
“Wondergirl” faces Dayane Cardoso in mixed rules contest at ONE Fight Night 19
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 2, 2024
Nat “Wondergirl” Jaroonsak makes her return to the ring in a hybrid-style matchup on February 16. This time, she faces Dayane Cardoso in a women’s strawweight mixed rules contest at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video. The event airs live in U.S. primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Muay Thai Legend Mehdi Zatout steps out of retirement for explosive boxing match at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 2, 2024
Mehdi Zatout has decided to make a comeback for ONE Championship’s historic debut in Qatar on March 1. The Algerian kickboxer takes on Arab pugilist Zuhayr Al-Qahtani in a 147-pound boxing bout at ONE 166: Qatar. The event broadcasts live on pay-per-view from the Lusail Sports Arena.
Zuhayr Al-Qahtani anticipates tough fight vs. Mehdi Zatout at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 1, 2024
The anticipation is building as Zuhayr Al-Qahtani prepares to make his promotional debut at ONE 166: Qatar on March 1. His maiden appearance takes place at the majestic Lusail Sports Arena, where he squares off with Mehdi Zatout in a 147-pound boxing bout.
Luke Lessei returns to action against Eddie Abasolo at ONE Fight Night 19
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 1, 2024
ONE Championship’s next live event in U.S. primetime will feature an all-American Muay Thai clash. At ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video this February 16, Luke Lessei locks horns with Eddie Abasolo in a featherweight bout. The card airs from the iconic Lumipinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Marat Grigorian "feels great" to beat rival Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong again at ONE 165
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 31, 2024
Marat Grigorian left no stone unturned at ONE 165 this past weekend. He claimed what he deems the most satisfying victory in his long-standing rivalry with Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong. Both men faced each other for the sixth time at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, and Grigorian did not disappoint.