Singapore-based martial arts organization ONE Championship has announced new strategic partnerships including Xiaomi, Intel, HP and Logitech. Commitments span martial arts and esports platforms in 2020 and will also include "The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition." Among the 16 contestants of “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition,” one will win a US$250,000 job offer to work for a … Continue reading ONE Championship partners with Xiaomi, Intel, HP, Logitech
Team Lakay’s Eduard Folayang: My mom molded discipline in me
The influence of Igorot mixed martial arts veteran Eduard “Landslide” Folayang, 36, is essential to the success of Team Lakay. Perhaps, the MMA team based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines has his mother to thank for instilling such strong values in her son from the onset. “We need to be reminded of the sacrifices and … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Eduard Folayang: My mom molded discipline in me
Why Team Lakay’s Danny Kingad’s mom never watched his fights
Danny “The King” Kingad, 24, of Baguio City, Philippines endured a wave of adversity on his way up despite his success in the ring as a ONE Championship athlete. Having come through poverty and the tragic loss of his father at a young age, the Igorot mixed martial artist credits his mother as an integral … Continue reading Why Team Lakay’s Danny Kingad’s mom never watched his fights
Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Mother’s Day gives us reason to open up
For Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27, vocalizing his appreciation can sometimes be a challenge. Training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines, the tough and hard-hitting Igorot mixed martial artist embraces the added impetus that the special days like Mother's Day bring. “Through my actions, I give all my care and love to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Mother’s Day gives us reason to open up
[EXCLUSIVE] Bucharest, Romania’s Radu Mihaita spends COVID-19 quarantine time with his dog
Radu Mihaita, 31, was supposed to compete for a championship belt when the new coronavirus (COVID-19) paralyzed the sports industry in the entire world. The professional mixed martial artist is fighting out of Bucharest, Romania. Born on January 22, 1989, Mihaita made his professional MMA debut in 2016. From 2016 to 2020, he competed in … Continue reading [EXCLUSIVE] Bucharest, Romania’s Radu Mihaita spends COVID-19 quarantine time with his dog
ONE Championship’s Iuri Lapicus can’t wait to train with Giorgio Petrosyan, Armen Petrosyan
Team Petrosyan representative Iuri Lapicus, 24, fights out of Moldova by way of Italy. He has the highest number of professional mixed martial arts wins among the undefeated MMA fighters currently signed in ONE Championship. Lapicus was 15 years old when he moved from Moldova to Italy. He developed his grappling and striking skills at … Continue reading ONE Championship’s Iuri Lapicus can’t wait to train with Giorgio Petrosyan, Armen Petrosyan
Safford, Arizona’s Justin Gaethje is interim UFC Lightweight Champion, beats Tony Ferguson at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Justin "The Highlight" Gaethje, 31, of Safford, Arizona, United States in the new interim champion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship's lightweight division. He earned the title at “UFC 249.” Featuring 11 MMA matches, “UFC 249” took place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida, USA on May 9, 2020. In the main event of … Continue reading Safford, Arizona’s Justin Gaethje is interim UFC Lightweight Champion, beats Tony Ferguson at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Henry Cejudo is still UFC Bantamweight Champion, knocks out Dominick Cruz at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Henry "The Messenger" Cejudo, 33, of Phoenix, Arizona, United States is still the reigning bantamweight champion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The Mexican-American mixed martial artist successfully defended his belt at "UFC 249." Featuring 11 MMA matches, “UFC 249” took place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida, USA on May 9, 2020. … Continue reading Henry Cejudo is still UFC Bantamweight Champion, knocks out Dominick Cruz at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Batié’s Francis Ngannou knocks out Jairzinho Rozenstruik at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Francis Ngannou, the Cameroonian-French fighter, won at UFC 249 on May 9, 2020, improving his MMA record to 15 wins and 3 losses. He defeated Jairzinho Rozenstruik in just 20 seconds, marking Rozenstruik’s first professional loss. The event took place in Florida amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing fighters from seven countries.
Methuen, Massachusetts’ Calvin Kattar earns 5th UFC win, knocks out Jeremy Stephens at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
Calvin "The Boston Finisher" Kattar, 32, of Methuen, Massachusetts, United States was one of the winners at “UFC 249.” It was his fifth victory in the mixed martial arts promotion Ultimate Fighting Championship, which is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Featuring 11 MMA matches, “UFC 249” took place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena … Continue reading Methuen, Massachusetts’ Calvin Kattar earns 5th UFC win, knocks out Jeremy Stephens at ‘UFC 249’ in Jacksonville, Florida
