Pancrase Announces First Events for 2021
We have all been fighting through the Covid-19 pandemic. Not just us MMA fans, but also the promotions that have to put on events to…
Deep Jewels 32 Results and Fight Breakdowns
March 7th, 2021 marked the triumphant return of the all-female MMA Promotion known as Deep Jewels in Japan. They launched their 32 show in the…
John Lineker Looking to KO Stephen Loman to Set Up Fight Against Bibiano Fernandes
When hard-hitting knockout artist John “Hands of Stone” Lineker joined ONE Championship from the UFC in October of 2019, he knew his road to the…
Ultra Confident Emilio Urrutia Vows to Finish Filipino-Kiwi Fighter Mark Fairtex Abelardo
American mixed martial artist Emilio “The Honey Badger” Urrutia is excited to make his way back to the ONE Circle, this time at bantamweight, where…
Pinoy-Kiwi Fighter Mark Fairtex Abelardo Looking to Break Down Emilio Urrutia
Hard-hitting Mark “Tyson Fairtex” Abelardo has his sights set on a decisive victory this Friday night. The 29-year-old Filipino by way of New Zealand, currently…
Stamp Fairtex Working on Skills in Preparation for ONE Atomweight World Grand Prix
Former ONE Atomweight Muay Thai and Kickboxing World Champion Stamp Fairtex of Thailand was simply ecstatic last week when she could finally break the news…
Arjan Bhullar Believes Ritu Phogat Can Win ONE Atomweight World Grand Prix
ONE Championship female atomweight talent and Indian mixed martial arts rising star Ritu “The Indian Tigress” Phogat has been selected as one of eight participants…
Stephen Loman Signed with ONE Championship to Find the Toughest Challenges
When ONE Championship announced that Team Lakay veteran Stephen “The Sniper” Loman was joining the Home of Martial Arts in February, the former undisputed Brave…
Quintet FN 6 Update March 12
We are pleased to announce that additional members of TEAM Coroblock have been selected to participate in Tomoe Battle at QUINTET FIGHT NIGHT 6 in…
Quintet Fight Night 6 in Tokyo on March 12th 2021
We are pleased to announce that TEAM CARPE DIEM will be participating in the “QUINTET FIGHT NIGHT 6 in Tokyo” at EX THEATER ROPPONGI on…
Quintet Fight Night 6 in Tokyo March 12th
A special singles match between Daisuke Nakamura and Tomoshige Sera will be held at QUINTET FIGHT NIGHT 6 in Tokyo. We are pleased to announce…
Deep Jewels 32 and Deep Impact 100
(Sorry, machine translation to save time) The following is the latest update about Deep Jewels and Deep Impact. Skyticket Presents DEEP JEWELS 32 – Atomweight…
PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE SECURES $65 MILLION INVESTMENT
PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE SECURES $65 MILLION INVESTMENT NEW CAPITAL BRINGS TOTAL FUNDING TO $175 MILLION New capital to fund international expansion, top talent acquisition, new…
The 5 Best Indian ONE Championship Athletes to Watch Out For in 2021
There’s a fast rising Indian contingent in the world’s largest martial arts organization today. Led by a handful of amazing athletes, Indian fighters in ONE…
Adriano Moraes’ Size Advantage May Prove Problematic for Demetrious Johnson
For former UFC Flyweight World Champion and current ONE Flyweight World Grand Prix Champion Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, his time in ONE Championship certainly has…
Geje Eustaquio Wishes a Title Shot for Danny Kingad in the New Year
Former ONE Flyweight World Champion Geje “Gravity” Eustaquio of the famed Team Lakay from Baguio City, Philippines treats his teammates like his own ‘brothers.’ Which…
Ritu Phogat Wants Time With Family, Entry Into Atomweight World Grand Prix in 2021
After a troubling year for practically everyone in the world, the turn of the new year represents rekindled hope. Despite the circumstances, ONE Championship women’s…
Stamp Fairtex and Alyona Rassohyna Promise to Finish Each Other at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III
Former ONE Atomweight Kickboxing and Muay Thai World Champion and the #5-ranked atomweight mixed martial artist Stamp Fairtex, and her opponent, grappling specialist Alyona Rassohyna…
Honorio Banario Hopes for Another Run at the World Title in 2021
Former ONE Featherweight World Champion Honorio “The Rock” Banario of the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City, Philippines, is looking to embark on another run…
Determined Stefer Rahardian Vows Resurgence After Full Recovery
ONE Championship top Indonesian strawweight Stefer “The Lion” Rahardian has had to deal with a plethora of injuries throughout his career that have hampered his…
Gina Iniong Vows to Return to Circle Stronger, Wiser, and More Dangerous
Top ONE women’s atomweight contender Gina “Conviction” Iniong of the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City, Philippines has been out of action since her January…
Edward Kelly Looking to Break the Top 5 in the Featherweight Rankings Next Year
Team Lakay featherweight veteran Edward “The Ferocious” Kelly believes the long break from competition has allowed him much-needed rest, the kind that will see him…
Danny Kingad Wants Winner of Demetrious Johnson – Adriano Moraes Clash in 2021
Former ONE World Title challenger and current #2 ranked flyweight Danny “The King” Kingad of the Philippines looks back on a tough year filled with…
Stamp Fairtex Wants to Rekindle ‘Old’ Fire, Looks to Finish Alyona Rassohyna at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III
Former ONE Atomweight Kickboxing and Muay Thai World Champion Stamp Fairtex may have relinquished her two belts in a pair of tough losses last year,…
Improved Paul Lumihi Promises Redemption at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III in Singapore
Indonesian mixed martial arts champion Paul “The Great King” Lumihi has had a rough go in his time inside the ONE Circle. The 33-year-old from…
Team Lakay Coach Mark Sangiao Shares Thoughts on Lito Adiwang’s Latest Performance
Team Lakay kicked the year off in style as rising star Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang scored a massive knockout of Japan’s Namiki Kawahara. Adiwang stopped…
Denice Zamboanga Excited to Watch Friend Stamp Fairtex at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III
Former ONE Atomweight Kickboxing and Muay Thai World Champion Stamp Fairtex of Thailand is back in action this week, ready to resume her quest for…
Paul Lumihi Breaks Down Game Plan to ‘Dominate’ Tial Thang at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III
Indonesian mixed martial arts champion Paul “The Great King” Lumihi is ready to put the past behind him and turn over a new leaf when…
Stamp Fairtex Chasing Lost Glory, Wants to Become World Champion Once Again
Former two-sport ONE World Champion Stamp Fairtex of Thailand wants nothing more than to don the ONE Championship world title around her waist again this…
Ryuto Sawada Plans to Break Robin Catalan Mentally at ONE: UNBREAKABLE III
ONE Warrior Series contract winner Ryuto “Dragon Boy” Sawada is looking to put on a mental beatdown of opponent Robin “The Ilonggo” Catalan when the…
Shooto 2021, January 31st, Part 2, Results and Review
Main Event, Pacific Rim Featherweight Championship, Keisuke “Sasuke” Sasu defeated Taison Naito (Rear Naked Choke, 2:36 R2) Both warriors exchanged kick for kick as battle…
Shooto 2021, January 31st, Part 1, Results and Review
Main Event, Nobuki Fujii defeated Kenji Kato (Unanimous Decision, 30-26, 30-26, 30-26) The fighters confronted each other as the main event got underway and intentions…
Shooto 2021, January 31st Double Header, Part 2 Preview
The January 31st Shooto “double header” continues with 5 additional evening matches, from 17:30 JST. Starting with a sensational bout to open the show, the…
Shooto 2021, January 31st Double Header, Part 1 Preview
Shooto kicks off 2021 in style with a stacked “double header” coming from Tokyo’s New Pier Hall. Japans longest running org is consistently bolstering their…
Brandon Vera Back in Philippines, Has Close Eye on Potential Heavyweight Contenders
Reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon “The Truth” Vera recently flew from his home in Guam back to the Philippines to wrap up a few…
Alain Ngalani Gunning for Finish Against Reug Reug Oumar Kane
Four-time Muay Thai and Kickboxing Heavyweight World Champion Alain “The Panther” Ngalani of Hong Kong is certainly a fan favorite. When he makes his return…
Top-Ranked Female Atomweight Denice Zamboanga Responds to Meng Bo Call Out
First-ranked ONE Championship female mixed martial arts atomweight Denice “The Menace” Zamboanga of the Philippines didn’t take kindly to Meng Bo’s recent comments about her….
Meng Bo Calls Out Denice Zamboanga, Wants Her Spot in Rankings
Fresh off a hard-earned unanimous decision victory over Samara Santos at ONE: UNBREAKABLE on 22 January, #2-ranked women’s atomweight mixed martial arts contender Meng Bo…
Lito Adiwang Wants to Be Side by Side with Joshua Pacio by the End of the Year
Filipino mixed martial arts phenom Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang of the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City wants to be the #1 ranked strawweight contender…
Namiki Kawahara Completely Confident of Explosive Finish Against Lito Adiwang
Stepping in as a late replacement for China’s Hexigetu, Namiki Kawahara of Japan is entering his bout against hard-hitting Filipino Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang of…
Mark Sangiao: Lito Adiwang is Fired Up and Ready to Go
Philippine martial arts pioneer Mark “The Machine” Sangiao is the man behind the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City, and responsible for a plethora of…
Joshua Pacio Comments on Lito Adiwang’s Next Fight Against Namiki Kawahara
Reigning ONE Strawweight World Champion Joshua “The Passion” Pacio of the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City, Philippines, like the rest of the country, will…
Lito Adiwang Looks to Finish Namiki Kawahara to Start the Year Right for Team Lakay
Filipino fighting phenom Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang is first up to bat for Team Lakay this year, as he climbs into the ONE Circle looking…
Capitan Petchyindee Academy Breaks Down How He Will Beat Alaverdi Ramazanov
Thai striking sensation Capitan Petchyindee Academy is on a tremendous high right now, and is one of the hottest talents heading into 2021. The 27-year-old…
Capitan Petchyindee Academy Ready to Realize Dream of Becoming ONE World Champion
When Thai striking sensation, Capitan Petchyindee Academy, joined ONE Super Series in 2020, he had a firm goal in his mind, and that was to…
Lito Adiwang Fights in Honor of Late Mother, Determined to Bounce Back in 2021
Team Lakay upstart Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang had a rough start to the year, as the 27-year-old from Baguio City, Philippines recently lost his mother…
Ritu Phogat Picks Meng Bo to Beat Samara Santos in Atomweight Showdown
Indian wrestling prodigy and rising ONE Championship star Ritu “The Indian Tigress” Phogat will be fixated on the proceedings surrounding the promotion’s first live show…
Fantasies fulfilled; Aoki is set for timely MMA return with ONE
By Mark Pickering Twitter: @_MarkPickering Following an enforced 15-month sabbatical from the competition in his long-time home of ONE Championship, which was spent living…
Deep 20th Anniversary Show Feb 21
Deep will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary on February 21, 2021. They are planning on a star-studded card that is guaranteed to satisfy all JMMA…
Rizin 26 New Years Eve, Early Prelims Review and Results
Yoshinari Nadaka defeated Petmalai Phetjaroenvit (3 Knockdowns, 2:19 Round 1) Not a household name but one of the most complete strikers in the world, Nadaka…
Rizin 26 New Years Eve, Undercard Results and Review
Naoki Inoue defeated Yuki Motoya (Rear Naked Choke, 3:00, round 1) The battle of the super technicians of the Bantamweight division commenced on the feet…
Rizin 26 New Tears Eve, Main Card Results and Review
RIZIN Bantamweight Championship Kyoji Horiguchi defeated Kai Asakura (TKO, punches, 2:50 round 1) Stepping into to the ring for the first time since his shocking…
Rizin 26 New Years Eve, Fight Preview Part 3
The final preview of Rizin’s New Years Eve event, bouts 11 through 15, featuring 2 title fights and the biggest names in Japanese MMA. Catch all…
Rizin 26 New Years Eve, Fight Preview Part 2
Rizin’s stacked New Years Eve event is split into 3 parts with 2 intermissions with Saitama Super Arena once again plays host. This next preview…
Rizin 26 New Years Eve, Fight Preview Part 1
New Years Eve Martial Arts events have always held a special place in the hearts of fans in Japan and around the world. Rizin once…
Rizin Live in English
The end of 2020 is fast approaching us. Many countries have their unique end of year traditions to celebrate the year and spend time with…
Rodtang Jitmuangnon Relishes a Rematch With Tenshin Nasukawa in ONE Super Series
Reigning ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang “Iron Man” Jitmuangnon is one of the most dominant and explosive fighters in the world. The way…
Nong-O Gaiyanghadao Looking for Knockout Win Against Worthy Opponent Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym
Reigning ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nong-O Gaiyanghadao doesn’t want to think his next opponent has any weaknesses, so as not to underestimate him….
Nong-O Gaiyanghadao Ready for Fourth World Title Defense Against Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym
Reigning ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nong-O Gaiyanghadao couldn’t be happier to make his highly-anticipated return to the ONE Circle. The Thai legend is…
Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym Relishes World Title Opportunity Against Nong-O Gaiyanghadao
It’s every athlete’s dream to become a world champion in their chosen sport. The statement rings true, especially for Thailand’s Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym. Rodlek has…
Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym Believes He’s Catching Nong-O at the Right Time
ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai Tournament Champion Rodlek PK.Saenchai Muaythaigym is entering the toughest test of his career. Rodlek will challenge Thai countryman and reigning ONE…
Joshua Pacio Says He Has Unfinished Business with Yosuke Saruta in 2021
Like everyone else, reigning ONE Strawweight World Champion Joshua “The Passion” Pacio of the Philippines has had a rough 2020, having to deal with many…
Pancrase 320: Akihiro Murayama Post Bout Interview
Pancrase 320 is in the books now. That was the last show for 2020. It was a hard year for MMA fans, athletes, and promotions….
Pancrase 320 Results
PANCRASE 320 Sunday, December 13, 2020 – Studio Coast, Tokyo Main Card Results Main Event. Welterweight – 3R/5M Akihiro Murayama (GUTSMAN) vs. Masayuki Kikuiri ((NEVER…
Pancrase 320 Line Up
We’ve just received word about the line up for Pancrase 320 coming December 13th. The Prelims kick off at 14:00 JST as a PPV. This…
Bokang Masunyane Wants to ‘Eliminate’ Rene Catalan and Earn a Title Shot
South Africa’s Bokang “Little Giant” Masunyane feels his arrival on the world stage marks the beginning of his steady ascent to the top of the…
Ritu Phogat: Knocking Out Jomary Torres Will Be Amazing
Indian wrestling champion Ritu “The Indian Tigress” Phogat is quickly progressing in her career since transitioning to the sport of mixed martial arts in 2019….
Jomary Torres is Confident She Can Handle Ritu Phogat’s Wrestling
Filipina mixed martial arts veteran and ONE Championship atomweight Jomary “The Zamboanginian Fighter” Torres believes she will be able to handle Ritu Phogat, when she…
Rene Catalan to Stay True to Form, Wants to Test Bokang Masunyane’s Striking
Philippine martial arts veteran and former ONE World Title challenger Rene “The Challenger” Catalan is on the comeback trail. Catalan, #3-ranked strawweight contender, will take…
Fighting For Family, Jomary Torres Wants to KO Ritu Phogat
Up and coming Filipino star Jomary Torres is looking to get back to her winning ways the next time she steps inside the ONE Championship…
Koyomi Matsushima vs. Garry Tonon | All Wins In ONE Championship
Shooto 2020 Volume 7 Results and Review.
From Korakuen Hall, the venue synonymous with Martial Arts, Shooto 2020 volume 7 featured 7 fiercely fought bouts. Revered by fans, the longest running JMMA…
Rizin 25, Results and Review
Yutaka Saito defeated Mikuru Asakura (Decision, 3-0) With the Featherweight title on the line Shooto Champion Yutaka Saito squared off against Rizin star and fan…
Shooto 2020 Volume 7 Preview
Shooto is back in Korakuen Hall, the Mecca of MMA, for 2020 volume 7 sponsored by One Championship. Shooto has pulled together an incredible 7…
Bas Rutten Pancrase Highlight Reel. Classic Fights
Pancrase 320 Trailer
Team Lakay Coach Mark Sangiao on Adjusting to the Difficulties of Covid-19, Training Amidst a Pandemic
When ONE Championship had announced its return to its flagship event schedule, martial arts fans in the Philippines knew it wouldn’t be long until they…
Team Lakay Phenom Lito Adiwang Inching Towards World Title Conversation
ONE Championship #5-ranked strawweight contender Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang of the Philippines is one of the most explosive mixed martial artists in the world today….
Kevin Belingon Not Taking ‘Dangerous’ John Lineker Lightly in Clash of Top Bantamweights
Former unified and undisputed ONE Bantamweight World Champion Kevin “The Silencer” Belingon of the Philippines is in for one of the toughest challenges of his…
Geje Eustaquio Confident in Halting Song Min Jong’s Win Streak
2-time former ONE Flyweight World Champion Geje “Gravity” Eustaquio of the Philippines makes his highly-anticipated return to action this Friday night, and the 31-year-old is…
Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya Says Demetrious Johnson is the Greatest of All Time
With undefeated lightweight champion Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov announcing his retirement following his dominant victory over Justin Gaethje, the “GOAT” debate was instantly ignited, with…
The Quintet Experience: Quintet Fight Night 5
The “Quintet” reputation Since getting involved in Martial Arts as a teenager I have always maintained an enormous amount of admiration and interest in the…
Eduard Folayang Backs Winner of Nastyukhin vs Buist to Challenge for the World Title
Former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the Philippines is just the man to predict the highly-anticipated showdown between ranked lightweight contenders Pieter…
Timofey Nastyukhin Wants World Title Shot if He Beats Higher-Ranked Pieter Buist
Russian powerhouse Timofey Nastyukhin is on an absolute tear, and is fast approaching a shot at the ONE World Title. A win over his next…
Yuya Wakamatsu Wants a Few More Big Wins Before Contending For a World Title
Japanese firecracker and fourth-ranked flyweight contender Yuya “Little Piranha” Wakamatsu doesn’t believe he’s the star everyone’s hoping him to be just yet. The humble 25-year-old…
Former Eduard Folayang Foe Pieter Buist Believes Filipino Buckled Under Pressure in His Last Bout
Third-ranked ONE lightweight contender Pieter “The Archangel” Buist of The Netherlands fought and defeated former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the Philippines…
Ramon Gonzales: Beating Eko Roni Saputra is a Big Opportunity
The Philippines’ Ramon Gonzales may be catching his next opponent at just the right time. A chance to take out Indonesian rising star Eko Roni…
Ramon Gonzales Tells Fans the Best is Yet to Come in Bout Against Eko Roni Saputra
3-time Filipino Kyokushin Karate Champion Ramon “The Bicolano” Gonzales is heading into his next bout with momentum. Despite suffering a decision loss to China’s Hexigetu…
Eko Roni Saputra Quickly Gaining Confidence, Brings Momentum into Ramon Gonzales Bout
Multiple-time Indonesian national wrestling champion Eko Roni Saputra is fresh off a resounding victory in early October — an impressive first-round submission over Malaysia’s Murugan…
Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol Aiming For World Title Run, Beginning with Meng Bo
2-time Wushu World Championship medalist Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol of Indonesia leads the way for women warriors in her home country, paving the route towards…
Geje Eustaquio Predicts Yuya Wakamatsu vs Kim Kyu Sung, Wants to Fight the Winner
Former ONE Flyweight World Champion Geje “Gravity” Eustaquio of the Philippines will be back inside the ONE Circle soon. But before he takes the stage…
Denice Zamboanga Focused on Atomweight Division, Predicts Xiong Jing Nan vs Tiffany Teo
Number one ranked ONE Championship atomweight contender Denice “The Menace” Zamboanga of the Philippines is currently still in Bangkok, training at their new gym Marrok…
Eduard Folayang Feels He Still Has a Lot Left to Offer Despite Recent Setbacks
Philippine martial arts icon and Team Lakay veteran Eduard “Landslide” Folayang has had a rough go of it as of late, losing three of his…
Fiery and Confident Tiffany Teo Says She’s a Completely Different Fighter Now and Will Beat Xiong Jing Nan
Former ONE World Title challenger and No. 1 ranked female strawweight contender Tiffany “No Chill” Teo of Singapore promises to show fans a whole host…
Eduard Folayang Responds to Retirement Talks: It’s Not in My Vocabulary
Fans say 2-time former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the Philippines is at a crossroads in his career. Veteran Philippine fight scribes…
Rika Ishige Still Passionate About Competition, Vows to Come Back a More Improved Martial Artist
After a blistering start to her ONE Championship career, Thai atomweight superstar Rika “Tiny Doll” Ishige has hit sort of a snag as of late,…
Stamp Fairtex Picks Two Winners at ONE: INSIDE THE MATRIX
Former two-sport ONE World Champion Stamp Fairtex of Thailand is on the mend, looking to bounce back the first chance she gets and redeem herself…
Eduard Folayang Picks Winner of Christian Lee Versus Iuri Lapicus
Apart from competing at ONE: INSIDE THE MATRIX himself, Filipino martial arts icon and former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide” Folayang has a vested…
Antonio Caruso Coming to Take Everything Eduard Folayang Has and More
Australia’s Antonio “The Spartan” Caruso is no doubt stepping into the biggest bout of his career. Caruso meets former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide”…
Brandon Vera Predicts Aung La Makes Easy Work of De Ridder, Willing to Give ‘The Burmese Python’ a Shot at Heavyweight Title
Reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon “The Truth” Vera of the Philippines is one of the most dominant world champions in ONE Championship history. He’s…
