One Championship Gloves Explained: Distinguishing Features You Should Know

ONE Championship has earned its place as one of the most prominent combat sports promotions in the world. Consistently ranked among the top five promotions for highest digital viewership, it stands apart from its competitors through its unique approach to combat sports.

One of the most discussed elements of ONE Championship is its choice of gloves, particularly the use of smaller MMA gloves in Muay Thai bouts. While this innovation may not sit well with purists, it undoubtedly guarantees exciting and dynamic matches.

What Are ONE Championship Gloves?

ONE Championship gloves are custom-designed to meet the demands of the promotion’s diverse events. Fighters wear two types of gloves, depending on the discipline being showcased:

Traditional Boxing Gloves: Used in kickboxing bouts, offering the familiar padded protection for striking and guarding.
MMA Gloves: Lightweight gloves with open fingers, allowing for grappling maneuvers and reducing padding for sharper striking impact.

The MMA gloves, in particular, have become a signature feature of the promotion, especially in their Muay Thai fights.

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How Smaller MMA Gloves Change Muay Thai

The inclusion of smaller MMA gloves in Muay Thai bouts is a game-changer. Traditional Muay Thai relies heavily on defensive techniques, with fighters using their gloves to create a sturdy guard against strikes.

However, smaller gloves significantly reduce the effectiveness of this guard, leading to more openings for strikes and increasing the pace of the fight. This alteration forces fighters to adapt their techniques, emphasizing head movement, footwork, and offensive strategies over static defense. The result is a more explosive and unpredictable style of Muay Thai that has become a hallmark of ONE Championship.

Who Makes ONE Championship Gloves?

The gloves used in ONE Championship are manufactured by Fairtex, a brand synonymous with quality in combat sports gear. Fairtex is known for producing high-performance equipment tailored for elite fighters, and their collaboration with ONE Championship ensures that the gloves meet the promotion’s rigorous standards for durability, comfort, and safety.

How Much Are ONE Championship Gloves?

The cost of ONE Championship gloves varies depending on the type and model. Official gloves, such as those produced by Fairtex for the promotion, typically range between $50 and $150, depending on whether they are MMA gloves, traditional boxing gloves, or special edition models. Fans and fighters alike can purchase these gloves online through official retailers and Fairtex’s website.

One Fighters Who Have Used Sidekick Boxing Gloves

Sidekick Boxing was established in 2010 exclusively as a kickboxing brand, and we are committed to supporting British fighters who compete in One Championship. This initiative is intended to recognize the dedication they invest in the sport and the admiration they receive from everyone. We also have exclusive content writers covering One.

Jonathan Haggery – A fighter who needs no introduction. A kickboxing world champion and a former Muay Thai champion, Haggerty is one of the most exciting fighters in One.
George Jarvis – George is making waves in ONE and already has his first world title against Regian Eersel on the 1st August.
Jake Peacock – Jake Peacock is one of the most inspirational athletes in the world. He competes at the highest level and he does it with only one arm.