ONE Championship has announced a multi-year partnership with Sitebeat, a website builder by Dreamscape Networks, starting November 17, 2018. The collaboration aims to promote martial arts in Asia, particularly Indonesia. Sitebeat focuses on helping businesses establish their online presence affordably as Southeast Asia's digital landscape expands rapidly.
French Guiana’s Fabrice Fairtex Delannon earns 1st ONE Super Series win
Fabrice Fairtex Delannon from French Guiana secured his first victory in ONE Super Series by defeating Thailand's Yodpanomrung Jitmuangnon via split decision at "ONE: Conquest of Heroes" on September 22, 2018. This win was significant after his prior knockout loss. The event featured two Super Series bouts, with notable highlights from other competitions.
Undefeated Lebanese MMA fighter Mohammad Karaki to challenge Aung La N Sang in Yangon
Mohammad “O Lutador” Karaki, an undefeated 27-year-old mixed martial artist from Lebanon, will make his ONE Championship debut on October 26, 2018, against two-division champion Aung La N Sang from Myanmar. Karaki has a perfect record of 9-0, known for his finishing prowess, while Aung seeks to defend his titles successfully.
Surinamese Muay Thai fighter Sergio Wielzen: ONE Championship is amazing
Sergio "Samurai" Wielzen, a 30-year-old Surinamese striker, is enthusiastic about returning to ONE Championship's ONE Super Series after his initial loss in 2018. Praising the promotion, he emphasizes the unique experience it provides. Wielzen aims for victory against debuting Muay Thai star Rodtang Jitmuangnon at "ONE: Conquest of Heroes" on September 22, 2018.
French Guiana’s Fabrice Fairtex Delannon inspired by Roy Jones Jr., Mike Tyson, Jacobin Yoma
Fabrice Fairtex Delannon, a 36-year-old acclaimed Muay Thai practitioner from France, draws inspiration from boxing legends Roy Jones Jr., Mike Tyson, and fellow French Guianese boxer Jacobin Yoma. With a professional record of 55 wins and 10 losses, Delannon holds multiple world titles and will compete in the ONE Championship on September 22, 2018.
Hari Vijayarajan from Lazada Singapore to ONE Championship
Hari Vijayarajan has been appointed as the new chief business development officer of ONE Championship, effective January 2019. Formerly the chief business officer at Lazada Singapore, he brings over 15 years of experience in technology and eCommerce. Vijayarajan aims to scale ONE Championship into the first multibillion dollar global sports media property in Asia.
Honorio Banario: Team Lakay head coach Mark Sangiao never lost faith in me
Former ONE Featherweight Champion Honorio Banario contemplated quitting due to a five-fight losing streak but found renewed strength through the support of his mentor Mark Sangiao and Team Lakay. After redeeming himself with a five-bout winning streak, Banario prepares to face Amir Khan on September 8, aiming for another title shot.
Japan’s Yuya Wakamatsu, Koyomi Matsushima to make ONE Championship debut at ‘ONE: Conquest of Heroes’
ONE Championship is set to debut in Japan in 2019, showcasing new talent Yuya Wakamatsu and Koyomi Matsushima. Both fighters will compete at "ONE: Conquest of Heroes" on September 22, 2018. Wakamatsu, an aggressive flyweight fighter, faces Danny Kingad, while Matsushima meets former champion Marat Gafurov in the featherweight division.
Tokyo’s Yukinori Ogasawara: Lyon’s Hakim Hamech isn’t superior to me
Hakim Hamech, 25, will debut in ONE Championship against Yukinori Ogasawara, 26, in a strawweight Muay Thai match. Ogasawara, confident in facing Hamech's experience, aims to enhance his status in the championship with a win. Both fighters are stylistically similar, vying for recognition in the global kickboxing arena.
Loren Mack explains why ONE Championship included boxing in its menu
ONE Championship revitalizes Asian boxing amidst declining interest, according to VP Loren Mack. The organization, renowned for mixed martial arts, plans to promote boxing through events like "ONE: Kingdom of Heroes," featuring a title fight between Srisaket Sor Rungvisai and Iran Diaz. Its growth has reached 1.7 billion potential viewers worldwide.
