Knockouts, Celebs, and Shocks: Fury Championship Attracts 200,000 Viewers as Stars, Influencers, and Pros Face Off

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — The debut of Malaysia’s Fury Championship wrapped up last Friday with high-energy bouts and dramatic moments at Zepp KL, featuring 16 fighters from Malaysia and Indonesia — including pro athletes, content creators, and celebrities.

Broadcast live on TikTok and YouTube, the event garnered over 200,000 views and showcased boxing and Muay Thai in three- to four-round matches. The highlight was a celebrity clash between actors Hun Haqeem and Ikmal Amry. Their highly anticipated bout ended quickly when Hun suffered an ACL injury with 38 seconds left in Round 1, handing Ikmal the win. Despite the injury, both traded solid punches in a spirited exchange.

Hun, who had previously torn his other ACL, pledged to return stronger. Ikmal thanked his supporters and trainer, Ijam Asri, after the victory. Despite the rivalry, the two friends fought professionally without animosity.

Other highlights included Izat Zaki’s Muay Thai win over Izzat Zulfaqar, and Indonesia’s King Chima knocking out Shah Busy to claim the Super Welterweight belt. Fighters like Kabilan Jelevan, Nur Amisha Azrilrizal, Tiger Labu, and Umar Red Wolves also emerged victorious.

CEO Wafiy Ilhan said mixing pros with content creators aims to reach broader audiences, a strategy they plan to continue. The event even drew government recognition, with a RM90,000 grant from the Youth and Sports Ministry presented during the show.