ONE Fight Night 39: Rambolek vs. Dayakaev on Prime Video launched ONE Championship’s 2026 schedule for U.S. primetime with thrilling MMA and submission grappling at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on January 23, Friday.
The event featured a total of nine bouts, including four MMA fights and one submission grappling match, with several previously unbeaten records coming to an end and new title contenders emerging in various weight classes.
If you missed the exciting moments from this comprehensive event and its grappling elements, here’s a concise recap of the highlights.
Mann Shines in ONE Debut, Keeps Perfect Record
Undefeated American fighter Chase Mann made a spectacular ONE Championship debut, dominating Isi Fitikefu until a knee injury halted the welterweight bout at the end of the first round.
The 29-year-old former powerlifting record holder executed his strategy flawlessly, securing an early takedown and controlling the fight. Mann’s overwhelming strength prevented Fitikefu from finding any offensive rhythm throughout the round.
Late in the round, Fitikefu injured his knee during a separation and was unable to continue, giving Mann a first-round TKO victory that boosted his record to 7-0 and positioned him as a contender for the ONE Welterweight Championship.
Sawada Dominates Salcedo to Remain in Title Contention
Chihiro Sawada handed undefeated American athlete Natalie Salcedo her first loss with a unanimous decision victory in their women’s atomweight clash, showcasing effective striking and grappling skills.
The 28-year-old Sawada set an aggressive pace from the outset, employing sharp punches and clinch work to control her opponent. Despite Salcedo’s resilience in searching for submissions, Sawada maintained dominance throughout the fight.
After a decisive win, Sawada improved her record to 11-1, positioning herself as a serious contender for Denice Zamboanga’s ONE Women’s Atomweight World Title.
Crevar Impresses with Quick Submission
Teenage talent Helena Crevar stunned fans during her promotional debut, submitting former rival Teshya Noelani Alo in just 100 seconds using an Estima Lock in their openweight submission grappling match.
The 18-year-old, training with notable figures in Jiu-Jitsu, executed a swift guard pull and showcased her defensive skills while transitioning to the submission, forcing Alo to tap out.
This remarkable performance marked a significant improvement from their previous matchup and highlighted Crevar’s potential as a leading figure in women’s submission grappling within ONE Championship.
