Four Thai MMA fighters will take part in ONE: Iron Will at Bangkok's Impact Arena on Saturday.
The quartet are Shannon Wiratchai, Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichoke, Rika Ishige and Kritsada Kongsrichai who demonstrated their skills at an open workout yesterday.
Shannon, who lost to Russia's Rasul Yakhyaev in December, will take on Singapore-based Indian Rahul Raju.
"Competing in front of my hometown fans is always a great pleasure. However, in my last bout in Bangkok, I wasn't able to give my countrymen a victory. I have been working very hard to get back on the winning track," he said.
"I will showcase my best skills in this bout and take the win for Thailand. Bangkok, be ready. I am bringing the action right to you."
The creator of the OneShin Striking System, Shannon developed his own style which incorporates various elements of Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling and jujitsu.
Dejdamrong, a three-time Lumpinee Stadium Muay Thai world champion who has a 8-3 record in MMA, is slated to lock horns with Jeremy Miado of the Philippines.
"I believe the losses that I have suffered in my career have taught me a lot. I see those setbacks as an advantage, rather than just a blemish on my record. This match means a lot to me. I want to prove that I deserve to be competing on this international stage. I want to show to my countrymen that we also excel in martial arts, and to inspire more people to pursue their respective dreams," he said.
"Tinydoll" Rika Ishige, who is of mixed Japanese and Thai heritage, will face Filipino newcomer Angelie Sabnal.
"I have progressed a lot so far in my young career. The possibilities are endless for me, and I will continue to work hard to make my family and my fans proud. This is an awesome opportunity to showcase my skills so I will not take my opponent lightly," said Rika, who began practising MMA at the age of nine.
Kritsada is regarded as one of the most promising young MMA fighters and will be up against Robin Catalan of the Philippines, having beaten his brother Rabin in his previous bout. Kritsada said: "It is an honour to represent my country. I will do my best to make my people proud. I feel that I am ready to take the next step. Robin is not an easy opponent, and it is going to be tough to face him in front of my fellow countrymen, but I am prepared to do what it takes to win."