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Prajanchai Vs. Ellis Badr Barboza Muay Thai World Title Bout To Headline ONE Fight Night 28
ONE Fight Night 28 on Prime Video is beginning to take shape, and the main event at Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium is a certified barnburner.
Set for U.S. primetime on Friday, February 7, the show will be headlined by a ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title fight between reigning two-sport king Prajanchai PK Saenchai and hard-hitting British challenger Ellis “El Jefe” Badr Barboza.
Long recognized as one of the planet’s best pound-for-pound strikers, Prajanchai is an incredibly experienced competitor, winning both Lumpinee Stadium and Rajadamnern Stadium Muay Thai World Titles before arriving in ONE.
Since then, the 30-year-old Thai has continued to employ his seemingly unmatched technical prowess to further solidify himself as an all-time great.
In December 2023, Prajanchai defeated Joseph “The Hurricane” Lasiri to avenge his only defeat in ONE and reclaim the ONE Strawweight Muay Thai World Title he previously held.
Then in June 2024, he scored a hard-fought decision win over Jonathan Di Bella to win the ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Title and announce himself as a bona fide two-sport superstar.
Given the status of the defending World Champion, Barboza could turn himself into an overnight sensation with a World Title triumph at ONE Fight Night 28.
“A great year of traveling” - Muay Thai star Nico Carrillo grateful to have explored the world after breakout year in 2024
After a breakout year in 2023, Scottish sensation Nico Carrillo spent much of his 2024 traveling the world.
Ahead of his highly anticipated return to the Circle at ONE 170 on Friday, Jan. 24, 'The King of the North' visited some of the most beautiful places on the planet, including Italy, Palm Springs, and of course, The Land of Smiles. Speaking to ONE Championship, Carrillo said:
“This year, we’ve been to every city in Canada, Vegas, across California, Palm Springs, and then came and took my dog on holiday in the north of Scotland for a week. Then we went to Italy a few times, Thailand for a month to fight, Bali, and Florida for a month. It’s been a great year of traveling and enjoying the world!”
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Carrillo's month-long stop in Thailand came over the summer when he was tasked with taking out Thai legend Saemapetch Fairtex at ONE Fight Night 23 in July. Carrillo did exactly that, scoring an incredible second-round KO to establish himself as the second-ranked contender in the bantamweight Muay Thai division.
Next, Carrillo will look to claim his first 26 pounds of ONE Championship gold.
Algeria's Muay Thai Star Nabil Anane to Fight for Interim World Title at ONE 170
The 20-year-old Algerian has a chance to fight for interim gold against Carrillo, with the winner facing Superlek in a world title unification contest at ONE 172 in Japan.
Algeria’s Nabil Anane will face undefeated Scotsman Nico Carrillo for the interim ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai world title at ONE Championship show ONE 170 on January 24.
Carrillo was slated to go head-to-head with ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Superlek Kiatmoo in the show’s co-main event, but the titleholder was forced out with a knee injury and replaced with Anane.
Anane, who recently clinched fifth place in the bantamweight rankings, was set to face Kiamran Nabati at the show, but the undefeated Russian star will now get a new opponent.
The 20-year-old Algerian has a chance to fight for interim gold against Carrillo, with the winner facing Superlek in a world title unification contest at ONE 172 in Japan.
After a spectacular 2024, Anane has now won five bouts in a row against top opponents. He finished the year with a clean 3-0 record, knocking out Thai star Kulabdam before picking up two unanimous decision wins against former world title challenger Felipe Lobo and Myanmar's Lethwei star Soe Lin Oo.
Meanwhile, Carrillo represents a tough test as the Scotsman owns a clean 4-0 record in ONE Championship with a 100% finish rate, most recently knocking out the legendary Nong-O Hama and Thai star Saemapetch Fairtex.
Limb-Different Fighter Jake Peacock To Face Shinji Suzuki In Muay Thai Matchup At ONE 171: Qatar
Muay Thai phenom Jake “The One” Peacock is set to make his hotly anticipated sophomore appearance in the world’s largest martial arts organization when he battles Japanese standout Shinji Suzuki in a bantamweight scrap at ONE 171: Qatar.
The blockbuster event will take place on Thursday, February 20, at the beautiful Lusail Sports Arena.
A Road to ONE: Canada winner with proven knockout power, Peacock is one of the most inspirational athletes in all of combat sports. The British-born Canadian resident is a limb-different fighter who was born without his right forearm.
That limitation, though, has not stopped “The One” from taking the world of Muay Thai by storm.
After employing his crafty footwork, clean combination striking, and savage finishing instincts to dominate the Canadian scene and win the ultra-tough Road to ONE tournament, Peacock made his promotional debut last April at ONE Friday Fights 58.
That night in Bangkok, he overwhelmed Japan’s Kohei Shinjo en route to a dominant decision victory, erasing any doubts that he belongs among the best strikers on the planet.
Next up, the 31-year-old is in for a difficult test against Suzuki in Qatar.
Carrillo Battles Anane for Interim Bantamweight Supremacy in ONE 170
#2-ranked contender Nico Carrillo will remain on the card and in the title match. With Superlek’s exit, rising Thai sensation Nabil Anane has slid into the ONE Interim Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title showdown. The all-action title tilt is sure to deliver hard-hitting action once the bell rings.
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“Nobody can touch him” - Demetrious Johnson dissects what sets Superlek apart as the best striker in the world
Demetrious Johnson believes that when it comes to kickboxing and Muay Thai, there's nobody better than two-sport king Superlek Kiatmoo9.
After a spectacular 2023 campaign that saw him claim the ONE bantamweight kickboxing crown and bag wins over names like Nabil Anane, Daniel Williams, and Rodtang Jitmuangnon, 'The Kicking Machine' added another 26 pounds of gold to his collection with a jaw-dropping 49-second knockout of Jonathan Haggerty at ONE 168: Denver to claim the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world championship.
Johnson, who was sitting ringside in The Mile High City to witness Superlek's history-making victory, recently sang the Thai superstar's praises, dubbing him the GOAT of kickboxing and the art of eight limbs. Speaking on MightyCast, he said:
"I was there live in Denver, Colorado. I feel he’s probably the GOAT right now when it comes to Muay Thai and kickboxing. Nobody can touch him, he’s so systematic."
WATCH: Thai megastar Superbon turns up the heat with famed coach Trainer Gae ahead of ONE 170 super fight against Tawanchai
Superbon is leaving no stone unturned as he gears up for his highly anticipated rematch with Tawanchai PK Saenchai.
The Thai megastar is set to challenge his compatriot for the ONE featherweight Muay Thai world championship in the main event of ONE 170, which takes place at the 12,000-capacity Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand, on January 24.
To prepare for this monumental showdown, Superbon has once again enlisted the expertise of Trainer Gae, widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the sport today. Recent footage of their pad work highlights the meticulous effort and sharp precision both men are bringing to the table.
Trainer Gae also stood in Superbon’s corner during his first encounter with Tawanchai at ONE Friday Fights 46 in December 2023 — a bout that became an instant classic.
Their initial meeting featured a thrilling five-round war, with both men trading explosive strikes at the center of the ring from bell to bell. Tawanchai applied relentless pressure in the early goings of the duel, while Superbon showcased his signature counterstriking.
As the fight entered the championship rounds, the intensity skyrocketed, with the two strikers landing heavy punches and devastating kicks. Ultimately, Tawanchai’s accuracy proved decisive, earning him a majority decision victory to retain the divisional crown.
Trainer Gae is determined to guide his prized pupil to a different outcome this time around, while Superbon himself is laser-focused on achieving redemption.
“Represent all my Latinos” - Rising star Johan Estupinan ready to carry Latin America on his shoulders in pivotal 2025 campaign
Johan Estupinan is ready to carry the identity of the entire Latin America when he marches to the biggest fight of his young career.
The Colombian phenom will take on Johan Ghazali in a crucial flyweight Muay Thai match at ONE 170 on Jan. 24, 2025, at Impact Arena in Bangkok.
Estupinan always kept his country's flag flying high every time he stepped between the ropes or inside the Circle, and his next match wouldn't be any different.
After being named one of ONE Championship's breakout stars of 2024, Estupinan wrote on Instagram that he would make entire Latin American community proud at ONE 170.
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The Top 5 Fights Of 2024 In ONE Championship
As 2024 comes to a close, the world’s largest martial arts organization looks back on another banner year of action filled with dramatic and entertaining fights.
From a monumental kickboxing clash that captivated fans around the world to furiously paced MMA scraps, ONE Championship delivered plenty of fireworks across the past 12 months.
In January at ONE 165, Japanese megastar Takeru “The Natural Born Crusher” Segawa made his hotly anticipated promotional debut against defending ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion “The Kicking Machine” Superlek Kiatmoo9 in front of a rapt audience at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena.
While Takeru was originally slated to battle Thai fan favorite Rodtang Jitmuangnon that night, Superlek proved to be the perfect replacement, as the pair delivered thrilling, back-and-forth action from start to finish.
“The Kicking Machine” dominated the opening two frames, punishing the former K-1 Champion with thudding straight punches and pulverizing leg kicks that limited his foe’s otherwise speedy movement.
WATCH: Jonathan Haggerty cranks up the heat in preparation for kickboxing world title defense against Wei Rui in Qatar
Jonathan Haggerty still has over a month until he steps back into the Circle, but he’s ensuring every aspect of his preparation is in top form.
The British star is set to defend his ONE bantamweight kickboxing world championship against China’s Wei Rui in the main event of ONE 171, scheduled for February 20 at the Lusail Sports Arena in Qatar.
Recently, ONE Championship shared a training clip of Haggerty working the pads with his coach, Christian Knowles. The sound of his strikes cracking against the pads is reminiscent of firecrackers — a testament to his power and precision.
Watch the footage below:
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The intense training comes as Haggerty aims for redemption after a tough setback in his previous assignment.
The 27-year-old is looking to bounce back from a shocking 49-second knockout loss at the hands of Superlek Kiatmoo9 at ONE 168 this past September, a defeat that cost him the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world championship and his status as a two-sport titleholder.
With redemption in mind, Haggerty views his upcoming battle with Wei as the perfect opportunity to regain his momentum.
It's worth noting that the division crown Haggerty will put at stake in Qatar is the same one he claimed in November 2023 when he dispatched reigning ONE bantamweight MMA world champion Fabricio Andrade.
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