It was this past week when ONE Championship and Alvarez parted ways, ending a relationship that lasted more than three years.
Sityodtong, during the ONE 161 post-event press conference, said he’s grateful for what Alvarez did for the organization and that he wishes nothing but the best for ‘The Underground King.’
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He added that what contributed more to Alvarez’s departure was the COVID-19 pandemic that pushed back ONE Championship’s expansion into the North American market.
Sityodtong said that he wanted Alvarez to help elevate the brand in the United States and Canada. However, their plans took a backseat due to the pandemic.
Alvarez came into the promotion in 2019 and carried a hype worthy of his achievements. However, his run in the circle was lackluster, going 1-2 with one no contest in the four fights he’s had.
Nevertheless, Alvarez holds a certain status in the sport, being the only fighter to win world titles in both UFC and Bellator MMA.
Chatri Sityodtong says Eddie Alvarez left ONE Championship in an amicable way
Separations aren’t always easy, but the one that happened between ONE Championship and Eddie Alvarez was something that both parties agreed had to happen.
Chatri Sityodtong said in the same press conference that the promotion and Alvarez had already come to an understanding, and this allowed the two parties to part ways amicably and without any ill will towards each other.
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