The sun set on Francis Ngannou’s UFC contract last year which mean that 2023 he was a free agent. He signed on with the Professional Fighters League in May 20223. Via PFL press release: As noted by Bloody Elbow’s John Nash, the deal included a non-exclusive contract to allow him to compete in professional boxing. […]
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ONE Championship breaks off talks with Ngannou
The South China Morning Post reports that ONE Championship is no longer pursuing Francis Ngannou after a three-hour meeting in Los Angeles. ONE Championship is set to hold its first U.S. event May 5th in Colorado. Ngannou, a free-agent since last January is still soliciting offers for his services. Chtri Sityodtong told SCMP via text […]
Top 10 of 2022: ONE Championship finds a new media partner, announces US 2023 date
It was a good year for ONE Championship as its re-emerged with another shot at breaking into the US market. One Championship aired its first event on Amazon Prime this past August featuring Demetrious Johnson. In that fight, Johnson regained the One Championship Flyweight title from Moraes. The two will be in the feature event […]
ONE Championship announces 2022 schedule on Amazon Prime Video
On Wednesday, ONE Championship announced its full 2022 schedule on Amazon Prime Video. The first event takes place August 26th featuring Demetrious Johnson returning to face Adriano Moraes in the rematch for the flyweight title. The press conference held in Los Angeles announced the events that will be available to the U.S. and Canada in […]
ONE Championship announces influx of cash, but also lays off workers
ONE Championship announced via press release that it added $70 million to its “war chest” based on existing and new institution investors. However, it noted in a tactful way that it reduced its workforce by 20%. Tech in Asia purportedly obtained a copy of a letter from ONE Championship’s CEO and found Chatri Stiyodtong sent […]