Doha, Qatar: ONE Championship (ONE), the world’s largest martial arts organization, and Visit Qatar have announced the renewal of their landmark three-year partnership bringing a series of ONE's globally celebrated martial arts events back to Qatar starting March 2027.
Building on the success of ONE 166 in 2024 and ONE 171 in 2025, the partnership reflects the continued impact of hosting ONE events in Qatar.
Over the next three years, Visit Qatar and ONE will host multiple flagship events in Qatar featuring World Championship bouts and showcasing the brightest Middle Eastern talent alongside international superstars competing across MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and submission grappling.
The events are expected to attract international visitors, generate global media exposure, and further reinforce Qatar’s reputation as a premier destination for major sporting events.
The first event kicks off at the Aspire Dome in Doha on Friday, March 26, 2027. Ticket information and additional details will follow in the coming months.
Co-Founder and Group President of ONE Championship Hua Fung Teh, commented on the announcement and said that ONE Championship was "thrilled to bring the world's best martial artists back to Qatar over the next three years."
He added that this partnership with Visit Qatar "guarantees a world-class experience for athletes and fans, aligning perfectly with our vision to provide the biggest global stage for martial arts."
He also noted that ONE's return in 2027 will showcase the organization's "grandest event in the region yet, featuring World Champions across all disciplines. We are excited about the limitless possibilities in this dynamic Middle Eastern hub and thank Visit Qatar for the chance to make history together."
