One Championship and Fairtex Fight Promotion announced yesterday a long-term partnership to host Muay Thai tournaments together at Lumpinee Stadium.
Beginning from July, eight athletes in three weight classes (men's 61kg and 70kg and women's 52kg) will compete in a tournament.
The winner receives a One Championship contract worth US$100,000.
The event, called the "Road to One" will take place at Lumpinee, one of the oldest and most revered Muay Thai venues in the world.
One Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong said: "I have known [Fairtex promoter] Prem Busarabavonwongs for a long time now as a good friend and trusted partner. I appreciate his vision for Fairtex Fight Promotion. His father [Banjong] has been one of Muay Thai's most influential leaders. I am full of gratitude and appreciation.
"My team and I at One are thrilled to partner with Fairtex Fight Promotion with the Road to One. The best prospects in the world have a chance to earn a US$100,000 contract to compete in One. Fairtex Fight Promotion is the future of combat sports in Thailand."
Prem said: "We're grateful that One and Fairtex Fight Promotion are partnering together to create a pathway for athletes to earn a contract to compete in One. One is the best in the world, and we know there is a lot of talent out there.
"The weight classes are set for Thai athletes and foreign boxers on our promotion to develop. We want a new group of athletes that will follow in the footsteps of boxers like Stamp [Fairtex], Yodsanklai [Fairtex], and Rodtang [Jitmuangnon].
"All gyms in Thailand are welcome to participate and send their best to compete in the Road to One."
One is said to be the world's largest martial arts organisation and a top five global sports property for viewership and engagement. One events represent the full spectrum of martial arts, with world-class athletes representing over 80 countries competing across MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, submission grappling and other disciplines.
Fairtex Fight Promotion is launching a new generation of athletes from Thailand to the world stage.