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ONE Championship has dismissed three senior executives from its leadership team: vice president and former UFC fighter Rich Franklin, senior vice president of competition Matt Hume, and chief operating officer John Sheler. The dismissals come against a backdrop of ongoing financial difficulties and event cancellations for the promotion. The post suggests ONE Championship's viability as a leading MMA promotion is in question, citing fighter departures, reduced fight activity for remaining athletes, key staff layoffs, and the cancellation of major bouts and events. The author expresses concern for fighters still under contract with the organization.
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