ONE Championship Kicks Off 2019 with a Bang in Jakarta
On Saturday, January 19, the Istora Senayan in Jakarta erupted with an action‑packed card that left the crowd roaring louder than a pizza‑delivery crew on a rainy night. 12 bouts, a trove of world‑class fighters, and a fresh batch of promotional newbies—this was ONE: ETERNAL GLORY in full force.
#1 New Strawweight World Champion
In the main event, the ONE Strawweight Title was on the line. Joshua “The Passion” Pacio—our reigning king—faced Japan’s up‑and‑coming sensation Yosuke “Tobizaru” Saruta. From his debut last December, where he beat Alex “Little Rock” Silva of Evolve by unanimous decision, Saruta had already proven he can go toe‑to‑toe with a former champion.
Despite the defending champion’s bravado, the pressure from Saruta’s pressure‑based wrestling won over the judges. Two of the three decided on his skill and tenacity, crowning “Tobizaru” the new Strawweight World Champion. As contenders begin hunting for a shot, the new monarch will have plenty of challengers, especially in 2019.
#2 “Puccibull” Secures a Glorious Return
Bruno “Puccibull” Pucci – a two‑time No‑Gi World Champion – started the main card with a featherweight bout that felt like a championship selfie. He faced former ONE Lightweight Champion Kotetsu “No Face” Boku.
- Pucci landed a precise takedown.
- He locked Boku in the back and threw a rear‑naked choke.
- Both the fight and the press release ended with a tap – and a victory.
With a two‑bout win streak, Pucci is on a hot‑rumble that could set him up for a top contender spot in his next assignment.
#3 Christian Lee Dominates the Ring
Four bouts later, the prodigious Christian “The Warrior” Lee delivered a tongue‑in‑cheek performance. The 20‑year‑old Evolve star faced former foe Edward “The Ferocious” Kelly. Lee’s grappling game was on another level:
- He took a full‑mount and unleashed a smothering barrage of strikes.
- By the midway point of the first round, the referee called a stoppage.
- The result—an emphatic win that could give him a shot at the featherweight title.
With two dominant claims to his résumé, Christian’s path to the ONE Featherweight World Title looks brighter than a sunrise over the horizon.
In short, ONE: ETERNAL GLORY had 2019 on its heels, leaving fans with more excitement than a group of friends who just discovered pizza‑topia. Stay tuned for the next chapter!
