Kota Kinabalu: Regional combat sports champions and professional wrestling figures will gather at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu for the Fight Fest Summit 2026 this Sunday (Oct 18).
The one-day event, organised by Kinabalu Fighters Martial Arts and Fitness Centre, is scheduled to run from 9am-6pm.
Speakers lined up for the summit include Discover Muaythai Sabah's Marc Marcellinus alongside mixed martial arts veterans AJ "Pyro" Lias Mansor and Ann Osman.
They will be joined by Apac Wrestling personalities Nor "Phoenix" Diana, recognised as the world's first hijabi wrestler, and Malaysian wrestling pioneer Shaukat.
The programme features sharing sessions and panel discussions detailing the discipline, mindset, and resilience required to excel in professional combat sports.
Attendees will also have access to meet-and-greet opportunities as well as complimentary mixed martial arts and self-defence clinics conducted by AJ and Ann.
Organisers stated the summit aims to promote personal development and perseverance among the public, supported by event sponsor Nuhea.
Registration is open to the public through RSVPs on the official Fight Fest Facebook page.
