The buzz around ONE Championship continues to grow as the promotion has just announced the signings of two of the hottest names in submission grappling, Cole Abate and Dante Leon. These young phenoms bring a wealth of experience and exciting grappling styles to the ONE circle, and their arrival promises to ignite the already stacked grappling scene in the promotion.
Grappling PHENOMS 🔥 Cole Abate and Dante Leon are bringing the heat to ONE! Who would you like to see them face in their ONE debuts? pic.twitter.com/nPu4Mk1JOA
— ONE Championship (@ONEChampionship) November 1, 2024
At just 19 years old, Cole Abate is already a decorated submission grappler with a black belt under his gi. Despite his young age, Abate has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with, racking up numerous victories in prestigious tournaments. His most notable win came at the ADCC North American Trials, where he dominated the competition and secured his spot on the biggest stage in submission grappling. Abate’s aggressive grappling style and knack for finding submissions have earned him a reputation as a finisher, and fans can expect him to bring the same intensity to ONE Championship.
Dante Leon, on the other hand, is a more seasoned grappler with a wealth of experience at the highest levels. The 29-year-old is a decorated black belt who has twice reached the pinnacle of the sport by claiming the coveted IBJJF World Championship title. Leon’s accolades also include three IBJJF Pan-American Championships, solidifying his position as one of the most dominant grapplers of his generation. Leon’s grappling style is known for its technical brilliance and suffocating control. He is a master at stifling his opponents’ offense and dictating the pace of the match.
The signings of Cole Abate and Dante Leon represent a significant coup for ONE Championship. These young stars have the potential to become major attractions within the promotion, and their arrival adds even more depth to the already stacked grappling roster. With a growing collection of world-class grapplers, ONE Championship is quickly positioning itself as a premier destination for the world’s best submission specialists.
Fans can expect to see Cole Abate and Dante Leon showcase their skills on the ONE Championship stage soon. Their contrasting styles promise to deliver exciting and technical grappling matches, and their presence will undoubtedly add another layer of intrigue to ONE Championship’s grappling scene. The future of submission grappling in ONE Championship is certainly bright with these two talented athletes on board.
