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ONE Championship has terminated three major executives: vice president and former UFC fighter Rich Franklin, senior vice president of competitions Matt Hume, and chief operating officer John Scheler. The dismissals come as the promotion faces ongoing financial difficulties and event cancellations. The organization has been experiencing a concerning trend of fighters departing, reduced fight activity for remaining athletes, and the cancellation of major bouts and events. Industry observers are questioning ONE Championship's long-term viability as a leading global MMA promotion. The executive departures represent significant leadership changes during a turbulent period for the Asian-based organization.
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