The mixed martial arts (MMA) phenomenon that has gripped the peninsula Malaysia is set to climax in 2014 with the return of Asia’s largest MMA event, ONE Fighting Championship, to Kuala Lumpur. Get ready to witness the biggest names in Malaysian MMA in action again as they enter the famed ONE FC cage to battle for the honor and pride of the nation against international champions from around the world. Malaysian superstars and Tune Talk warriors Peter Davis, Gianni Subba, Saiful Merican and Nik Harris are set to lead the blockbuster Fight Card; and be prepared for guest appearances by Malaysia’s 1st female MMA fighter Ann Osman, Malaysian Invasion Mixed Martial Arts (MIMMA) champions and a host of Malaysian celebrities.

Undefeated MMA superstar Ben “Funky” Askren arrives in the Philippines in April! In a highly anticipated title defense that fans around the world have been waiting for, Askren will finally face the challenge issued by the intimidating one-man wrecking machine that is Luis “Sapo” Santos. Sapo has vowed to end the unbroken winning streak of Funky for years, but come April 24, he will finally get the chance to deliver on his promise. It is going to be a night to remember as ONE Championship, the largest MMA promotion in Asia, presents VALOR OF CHAMPIONS to the proud and passionate fight fans of the Philippines. As the world’s top pound for pound mixed martial artist, will Askren prove his mettle against the most powerful opponent he has ever faced? Or will Sapo use the battle-experiences of more than 70 professional fights to snatch the coveted title belt and end the feud decisively. Even MMA experts are left divided regarding this polarizing match-up.

The event was headlined by a bantamweight muay thai bout between Saemapetch Fairtex and the 2019 Lumpini Stadium 140lbs champion Kulabdam Sor.Jor.Piek-U-Thai. A flyweight bout between the promotional newcomer Kantharaj Shankar Agasa and the 7-fight ONE veteran Wei Xie was scheduled as the co-main event. A featherweight bout between Ahmed Faress and Edward Kelly was scheduled for the event.