Jordan’s Jarrah Al-Selawe to fight Algeria’s Tahar Hadbi in Jakarta, Indonesia

Jarrah "The Jordanian Lion" Al-Selawe has confirmed his fight against Algeria's Tahar Hadbi in Jakarta, Indonesia, hosted by Brave Combat Federation on May 11, 2018. In a streak of victories, Al-Selawe has emerged as a dominant force in the welterweight division, defeating renowned opponents. His upcoming match is highly anticipated.

Does ONE Championship have the most expensive martial arts belt?

ONE Championship describes its belt as a symbolic ornament of honor and glory. Weighing more than seven kilograms, the jewel-encrusted silver and gold-plated belt is mounted by hand on a thick natural leather strap that is locked together securely with 10 steel studs. According to the martial arts promotion, which is based in Singapore, the … Continue reading Does ONE Championship have the most expensive martial arts belt?

‘Surrogacy Battles’ Season 2 to find new ONE Championship fighters from Japan

Sports media property ONE Championship has partnered with Japanese internet television station AbemaTV. Aside from covering more than 20 live ONE Championship events in 2018, the partnership will discover fresh young Japanese martial arts talents through the reality TV series called “Surrogacy Battles.” Marat Gafurov, Shinya Aoki (©ONE Championship) 'Surrogacy Battles' Season 2 “We are … Continue reading ‘Surrogacy Battles’ Season 2 to find new ONE Championship fighters from Japan

ONE Championship partners with Japanese internet TV station AbemaTV

ONE Championship has partnered with Japanese internet television station AbemaTV. With the partnership, ONE Championship live events and digital content will be broadcast to AbemaTV subscribers. “I am pleased to announce ONE Championship’s partnership with AbemaTV," ONE Championship chairman and chief executive officer Chatri Sityodtong stated. "As sports media distribution experiences a digital shift, more … Continue reading ONE Championship partners with Japanese internet TV station AbemaTV

‘Rich Franklin’s ONE Warrior Series’ finale awards 3 prospects with $100k+ONE Championship contracts

The finale of "Rich Franklin’s ONE Warrior Series" Season 1 was held in Singapore, with Filipino prospect Rockie Bactol, and South Korean prospects Kim Woonkyum and Park Daesong each receiving a $100,000 worth ONE Championship contract as overall winners. Season 2 will begin filming later this year, focusing on Asia’s most promising young talent.

Jakarta, Indonesia to host Brave CF’s 12th event

Brave Combat Federation will hold its 12th event in Jakarta, Indonesia on May 11, 2018. It will be the ninth city to host the Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion's event. According to Brave CF officials, the stadium for the event will be announced alongside with the fight card announcement. The fight week will include public … Continue reading Jakarta, Indonesia to host Brave CF’s 12th event

Netflix series ‘Amo,’ ‘Narcos,’ drugs + Rodrigo Duterte’s critics

The international audience has been drawing comparisons between “Amo” and “Narcos” even before the world premiere of the former on Netflix on April 9, 2018. Both based on true events, the two series touch the conversation about drug abuse as a social issue. https://www.facebook.com/NarcosNetflix/photos/a.1010440365652911.1073741827.917449554951993/1310242552339356/?type=3&amp%3Btheater “Narcos” of Colombia Set and filmed in Colombia, “Narcos” was created … Continue reading Netflix series ‘Amo,’ ‘Narcos,’ drugs + Rodrigo Duterte’s critics

TWICE’s EP ‘What is Love?’ has 1 song written by Jihyo

K-pop girl group TWICE is releasing its fifth extended play titled “What is Love?” digitally worldwide on April 9, 2018 and physically in South Korea on April 10, 2018. The EP’s lead single of the same name was produced by JYP Entertainment founder Park Jin-young. To be released by JYP Entertainment, “What is Love?” is … Continue reading TWICE’s EP ‘What is Love?’ has 1 song written by Jihyo

Dagestan, Russia’s Khabib Nurmagomedov crowned UFC Lightweight Champion in Brooklyn, New York

Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov, 29, of Dagestan, Makhachkala, Russia achieved at least two things at "UFC 223". He maintained his undefeated professional mixed martial arts record and he won the Ultimate Fighting Championship's lightweight championship title. Khabib Nurmagomedov Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Al Iaquinta Featuring nine MMA matches, “UFC 223” was held at the Barclays Center … Continue reading Dagestan, Russia’s Khabib Nurmagomedov crowned UFC Lightweight Champion in Brooklyn, New York

Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s Rose Namajunas is still UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion

Rose Namajunas, 25, defended her UFC women's strawweight title against Joanna Jedrzejczyk at "UFC 223" in Brooklyn, New York, winning via unanimous decision. This victory improved Namajunas's professional MMA record to 8 wins and 3 losses. Jedrzejczyk, now with 14 wins and 2 losses, was previously undefeated before losing to Namajunas at "UFC 217."