ONE Championship, the world’s largest martial arts organization, makes its highly anticipated return to the Middle East with ONE 171: Qatar at the Lusail Sports Arena on 20 February. The event is presented by Visit Qatar and features a key partnership with Ooredoo Qatar as the Official Telecom Partner.
Ooredoo’s involvement underscores its commitment to supporting premier sporting events and strengthening Qatar’s growing reputation as a global hub for international sports and entertainment. The partnership also aims to deliver exceptional experiences for fans and local communities.
Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Ooredoo Qatar as our Official Telecom Partner for ONE 171: Qatar. Their commitment to sports and entertainment aligns perfectly with our mission to bring world-class martial arts action to the region.”
The event promises an exciting night of competition, with reigning ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion Joshua “The Passion” Pacio facing interim title holder Jarred “The Monkey God” Brooks in a trilogy match to unify the championship. In addition, ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion Jonathan “The General” Haggerty will defend his title for the first time against top-ranked contender “Demon Blade” Wei Rui, who is on a 21-bout winning streak.
ONE 171: Qatar will also feature an outstanding lineup of talent, including regional star Zayed Alkatheeri, making his ONE debut. Fans can purchase tickets for the event and stay updated by visiting the official ONE Championship website.
