Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians to rally behind national Muay Thai athlete Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff Rakib as he prepares to challenge for the ONE Interim Strawweight Muay Thai World Championship this Friday.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar expressed his support through a Facebook post, highlighting Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff's opportunity to make history as the first Malaysian combat sports athlete to qualify for a shot at the world title. Anwar urged the nation to extend their full support to the athlete in his pursuit of the championship.

Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff is set to face Thai Muay Thai legend Sam-A Gaiyanghadao for the title at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok. Anwar conveyed his hopes for Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff to elevate Malaysia's name internationally and inspire the younger generation to strive for success at the highest level.