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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 […]
ONE Championship announces ambitious schedule including possible U.S. debut
ONE Championship has major plans for 2020 as it plans a promotion record 50 events this year. CEO Chatri Sityodtong announced on Facebook of the ambitious schedule the company will engage in this year. Bear in mind, these will not be 50 MMA events. The events will also include its esports business, HERO and Warrior […]
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ONE Championship draws 264,000 viewers
ONE Championship’s airing of its big card from Tokyo, Japan on Saturday night drew 264,000 viewers according to Nielsen via ShowBuzz Daily. The event featured many of the top stars from the promotion including Demetrious Johnson as he won the ONE Flyweight Grand Prix title over Danny Kingad. The event aired late Saturday night on […]