ONE Championship will hold “ONE: Century 世紀” at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan on October 13, 2019. The combat sports event has two parts with 11 bouts each. The 44 “ONE: Century 世紀” fighters had their face-off at the Park Hyatt in Tokyo on October 10, 2019. The event was graced by ONE Championship … Continue reading ‘ONE: Century 世紀’ fighters face off in Japan; Chatri Sityodtong explains ONE Championship event’s name
ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong: We don’t sell fights
Chatri Sityodtong, CEO of ONE Championship, announced the launch of "ONE: A New Era" at a press conference in Tokyo, celebrating martial arts' cultural significance. Scheduled for March 31, 2019, the event features 11 fights, including four title bouts, highlighting competitive rematches among top champions.
Chatri Sityodtong: Via ONE Championship, Demetrious Johnson will change the world
On October 29, 2018, ONE Championship announced former UFC Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson as a new athlete, emphasizing his status as the best mixed martial artist. CEO Chatri Sityodtong expressed excitement about Johnson's potential impact and legacy in Asia, alongside other recent UFC transitions to ONE Championship.
Demetrious Johnson is now ONE Championship athlete, Chatri Sityodtong confirms
Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, 32, of Kirkland, Washington, United States is now officially signed with ONE Championship. He has been traded with Ben “Funky” Askren, 34, of Phoenix, Arizona, United States, who is now signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. On October 27, 2018, ONE Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong took to Instagram to officially … Continue reading Demetrious Johnson is now ONE Championship athlete, Chatri Sityodtong confirms
Chatri Sityodtong is proud of Asian Games veterans Eduard Folayang, May Ooi, Rene Catalan
Chatri Sityodtong is proud of the ONE Championship athletes who are Asian Games veterans. Among them are former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard "Landslide" Folayang, May “Mighty” Ooi, Rene "The Challenger" Catalan and Kritsada “Dream Man” Kongsrichai. “Martial arts is Asia’s greatest cultural treasure and I personally believe that the best martial artists in the world … Continue reading Chatri Sityodtong is proud of Asian Games veterans Eduard Folayang, May Ooi, Rene Catalan
Chatri Sityodtong: ONE Championship’s mission is sacred
On August 23, 2018, ONE Championship held its first ever press conference in Japan at Park Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo. Leading the event was ONE Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. “Our mission at ONE Championship is sacred, we want to unleash martial arts superheroes unto the world, world-class athletes who ignite passion and hope … Continue reading Chatri Sityodtong: ONE Championship’s mission is sacred
Renzo Gracie: I believe in Chatri Sityodtong’s vision for martial arts
Brazilian martial arts legend Renzo Gracie, 51, was among the special guests at the first ever ONE Championship press conference in the country, which took place at Park Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo on August 23, 2018. He was with his brother 5th degree BJJ Black Belt Ralph Gracie, 47, and ONE Championship chairman and CEO … Continue reading Renzo Gracie: I believe in Chatri Sityodtong’s vision for martial arts
Chatri Sityodtong announces 2019 ONE Championship events
The first ever ONE Championship press conference in Japan took place at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo on August 23, 2018. During the event, 24 of the 30 events of the promotion in 2019 were announced by its chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. “I am thrilled to announce the first 24 of 30 events … Continue reading Chatri Sityodtong announces 2019 ONE Championship events
Team Lakay’s Honorio Banario, Edward Kelly react to Chatri Sityodtong’s comments
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong recently lauded Team Lakay as the best team in Asia today. Honorio “The Rock” Banario and Edward “The Ferocious” Kelly of the team based in La Trinidad, Benguet shared their thoughts on the recognition. "Team Lakay is now the #1 fight team in Asia today. Despite a very modest … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Honorio Banario, Edward Kelly react to Chatri Sityodtong’s comments
Chatri Sityodtong: Srisaket Sor Rungvisai vs Iran Diaz will be Thailand’s biggest sports event
09 August 2018 – Bangkok, Thailand: The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), has just announced the main event of “ONE: Kingdom of Heroes,” set for October 6, 2018 at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. Reigning The Ring and World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Flyweight World Champion Srisaket Sor … Continue reading Chatri Sityodtong: Srisaket Sor Rungvisai vs Iran Diaz will be Thailand’s biggest sports event
