MMA Stars Grappling On The World StageSep 30, 2023 by Joe Gilpin
Danielle Kelly Defeats Jessa Khan To Win Vacant ONE Championship Belt
Danielle Kelly Defeats Jessa Khan To Win Vacant ONE Championship Belt
Danielle Kelly earned the decision victory on Friday night to become ONE Atomweight Champion
Danielly Kelly defeated Jessa Khan in super fight action Friday night to become to ONE Championship Atomweight Grappling Champion, earning her first major championship by judges decision over the 2023 IBJJF Worlds gold medalist.
After an early back take, Kelly was able to work her way out and score an submission advantage with a toe hold. From there, Khan was never able to win back that criteria and Danielle was awarded the victory.
Coming into the match, Kelly was 2-0-1 in ONE Championship and this marked Khan's promotional debut.
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