If stars align perfectly for ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee in 2018, she will defeat Mei Yamaguchi and become ONE Championship’s third two-division world champion by dethroning ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion “The Panda” Xiong Jing Nan. If Lee wants to challenge Ultimate Fighting Championship's reigning women’s strawweight champion Rose Namajunas, ONE Championship … Continue reading Rose Namajunas vs Angela Lee in UFC-ONE Championship cross-promotional bout?
ONE Championship fighter Angela Lee bounces back after car accident in Hawaii
ONE Championship recently held a worldwide media conference call for "ONE: Unstoppable Dreams" featuring reigning ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela “Unstoppable” Lee, 21, of Singapore and challenger Mei “V.V” Yamaguchi, 35, of Tokyo, Japan. Also on the call was ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong, 47. On May 6, 2016, Lee and Yamaguchi faced … Continue reading ONE Championship fighter Angela Lee bounces back after car accident in Hawaii
Why Thailand’s Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichoke doesn’t pay too much attention to his age
Thai veteran cage fighter Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichoke, 39, emphasizes that age is just a number as he prepares for his return to the ONE Championship on March 24, 2018. Despite age-related criticisms, he aims to inspire others to compete through discipline and dedication, showcasing his enduring passion and over 25 years of experience in the sport.
Ni Tianqi, Zhuang Ningyu join ONE Championship as Chinese language cageside commentators
ONE Championship held a press conference at the SMG Building in Shanghai, China to announce a partnership with Great Sports Media, the holding company of Shanghai Media Group Inc. The partnership will commence at “ONE: Battle for the Heavens”. During the press conference, it was announced that Ni Tianqi and Zhuang Ningyu have joined ONE … Continue reading Ni Tianqi, Zhuang Ningyu join ONE Championship as Chinese language cageside commentators
Malaysian MMA fighter Hisyam Samsudin shares weight loss journey
Like many ONE Championship athletes, Hisyam “Zephyrus” Samsudin, 27, of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia has an inspiring story to share. Years ago, he was an overweight child. “I was really fat before,” Samsudin revealed. He used to weigh 100 kilograms as an overweight child whose only exercise was getting up off the couch to use the bathroom. … Continue reading Malaysian MMA fighter Hisyam Samsudin shares weight loss journey
Bangkok’s Shannon Wiratchai: ONE Championship gives me exciting opponents
Shannon “OneShin” Wiratchai, a 29-year-old Thai fighter, aims to bounce back from his recent loss at the ONE Championship. He faces newcomer Rahul Raju on March 24, 2018. With a record of 8 wins and 2 losses, Wiratchai is determined to deliver an electrifying performance for his hometown fans in Bangkok.
Was ONE Championship fighter Rika Ishige bullied for being half-Thai?
Rika “Tindydoll” Ishige, 28, of Thailand is known as the mixed martial artist of ONE Championship with a pretty face and fierce fighting skills. Unknown to many of her fans, she was frequently picked on during her childhood. The bullying stemmed from her appearance as she is of Thai and Japanese descent that always sported … Continue reading Was ONE Championship fighter Rika Ishige bullied for being half-Thai?
Richard Corminal: Garry Tonon is one of the best in submission grappling
The lightweight match at “ONE: Iron Will” features Richard Corminal from the Philippines, seeking his first win in ONE Championship, against Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Garry Tonon, making his MMA debut. Corminal aims to halt Tonon's anticipated debut while showcasing his grappling prowess. The event will also highlight champion fighters Fernandes and Nguyen.
Australia’s Reece McLaren submits Malaysia’s Gianni Subba in Kuala Lumpur
Reece “Lightning” McLaren, 26, of Gold Coast, Australia was supposed to challenge ONE Championship's reigning flyweight champion Adriano "Mikinho" Moraes, 28, of Brazil at “ONE: Visions of Victory” at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on March 9, 2018. But due to injury, the Brazilian champion had to pull out of the competition. The … Continue reading Australia’s Reece McLaren submits Malaysia’s Gianni Subba in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia’s Agilan Thani submits India’s Amitesh Chaubey in Kuala Lumpur
It was a sweet victory for ONE Championship athlete Agilan “Alligator” Thani of Malaysia. On March 9, 2018, the wrestler and mixed martial artist won in front of his countrymen at “ONE: Visions of Victory” at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The action began with strikes at the center of the ONE Championship … Continue reading Malaysia’s Agilan Thani submits India’s Amitesh Chaubey in Kuala Lumpur
