Video: ONE 165 Pre-Fight Press Conference

Watch the ONE 165 pre-fight press conference with ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong, and the chief principals participating in Sunday's pay-per-view card.

Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, stated: “Japan, I’m so excited to be back after almost five years with a blockbuster card that is going to shock the world, [featuring] truly some of the greatest martial artists on the planet -- two World Title fights. This is a blockbuster card. Its main event is an incredible story for Japan. Takeru, truly an incredibly powerful striker, World Championship level -- this is going to be a big test for him in facing Superlek.”

“At ONE Championship, we’re at the highest level in the world of martial arts across every discipline. So whether it's kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA, or [submission] grappling, we have the very best of the best on the planet. This is the biggest moment for martial arts in Japan. Japanese fans, please come support your Japanese athletes on the world’s largest stage of martial arts. We’re trying to make history together. We want to make Japan proud.”

Superlek Kiatmoo9, ONE 125-pound kickboxing champion, stated: “I’m excited and happy to be fighting in Japan. I’m also honored to be the main event of ONE 165. I’ll do my best, put on an exciting show for everyone who has been looking forward to this fight. I’m motivated to put on a spectacular show in Japan. Takeru wants to knock me out? I also carry the same attitude. I knew of Takeru the day he signed with ONE. I studied him and watched his fights. I knew it wouldn’t take long for us to face each other. I’m happy to face Takeru. I’ve always wanted to face great fighters, and Takeru is one of the top fighters of the world.”

Takeru Segawa stated: “All I'm thinking about is winning against Superlek. Ever since I signed with ONE, I've had it in my mind to be the champion. Superlek is a strong fighter, so I don't think I can win easily. The best I can do is to beat him by KO, no matter what it takes. I am very happy and honored to make my ONE debut for the World Title in Japan. In this match, I will definitely defeat Superlek and win the ONE belt, the world's most prestigious belt. Please support me on the day of the fight. I will definitely win.”