Muay Thai star Aliff rewards parents with RM1 million bungalow
Malaysian Muay Thai athlete Aliff Rakib has purchased a RM1 million bungalow for his parents following his historic world title win. The 22-year-old credits his success to years of training in Bangkok and his recent victory in the ONE championship.
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The story highlights the personal success of an emerging athlete and the growing prominence of Southeast Asian fighters in global mixed martial arts.
Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff Rakib, better known as Aliff, said he bought the house with his savings from his career as a Muay Thai athlete. (Bernama pic)
KOTA BHARU: Less than a month after making history as the first Malaysian to win a world title at the ONE mixed martial arts championship, national Muay Thai star Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff Rakib has bought a RM1 million bungalow for his parents.
The 22-year-old said the house in Rantau Panjang was a token of appreciation for his parents, Rakib Ahmad, 52, and Suriawati Che Wook, 46, for their sacrifices and support.
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