KUALA LUMPUR: ST Rosyam Mall became a buzzing arena yesterday as Hot FM hosted a special event, the Bekpes Hot Clash of Champions.
The highlight of the day was a spirited exhibition boxing match where popular radio presenter KJ “The Panther” successfully defeated his opponent, Saiful “The Vampire” Merican.
The event not only showcased thrilling action but also served as a platform to promote a healthy lifestyle and encourage interest in martial arts such as Muay Thai and boxing.
Among the Hot FM personalities who took part were Fara “The Furious” Fauzana, AG “The Unseen”, and Bidin Al Zaifa, who expertly compered the event.
Special appearances were also made by celebrities, including Elizabeth Tan and national boxer Adli “The Golden Boy”.
In another exciting bout, AG fought Adli, which ended in a draw. The hand-wrestling match between Fara and Tan saw Tan emerge victorious with a 2-1 win.
Attendees had the chance to win fantastic prizes, with an Umrah package sponsored by ST Rosyam Mall and RM500 cash among the main rewards for the winners.
Hot FM’s senior content director, Raja Khairil, said, “KJ has always been interested in boxing, and this was one of his dreams that we helped make come true. Even though it was just a friendly exhibition fight, Saiful and KJ took it seriously and made thorough preparations.”
Notable guests who attended the event included Media Prima Audio Chief Executive Officer Nazri Noran, as well as celebrities Datuk Aaron Aziz, DJ Fuzz, and Ammar Titan.
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