ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong has addressed recent widespread criticism targeting the promotion`s financial situation, staffing decisions, athlete concerns, and event organization. He confirmed that the Amazon broadcast partnership remains secure, acknowledged certain errors, and challenged his detractors.
Via a recent social media statement, Chatri asserted that the organization has faced deliberate online attacks aimed at disseminating false information. He refuted speculation about the termination of ONE`s broadcast agreement in the United States, confirming the Amazon Prime Video contract is secure until mid-2027. Furthermore, he contested financial worries, suggesting critics distorted the company`s financial health by focusing solely on one part of the business instead of the overall entity.
Admitting to errors such as scaling back regionally, altering event schedules, and experiencing communication lapses with fighters, Chatri highlighted these hurdles as typical in establishing a major international sports franchise. He stated, “We make mistakes. We fail. We drop the ball,” but maintained the company is progressing clearly toward becoming profitable.
Addressing athlete discontent, Chatri remarked that some complaints hold merit and are handled discreetly, while others arise from differing viewpoints on pairing fighters, pay structures, or performance assessments. He commented that “No one is necessarily right or wrong in these situations,” viewing disagreements as inherent difficulties in managing a large number of athletes.
In spite of the negative reactions, Chatri highlighted increasing revenues, fully booked international shows, and robust online engagement as proof of the promotion`s positive trajectory. He concluded by restating ONE`s core objective of using its athletes to inspire and empower others, urging supporters to “double down on the good fight.”
Jack Thornley 
Oliver Croft