ONE 164: Pacio vs. Brooks

ONE 164 was a major mixed martial arts event held in Manila, Philippines, headlined by a ONE Strawweight World Championship bout between champion Joshua Pacio and challenger Jarred Brooks. The co-main event featured a highly anticipated trilogy fight for the ONE Flyweight World Championship between Adriano Moraes and Demetrious Johnson. The event showcased a variety of martial arts disciplines and featured several Filipino fighters.

As a combat sports event, critical reception focuses on the quality of the fights, the performances of the athletes, and the overall production value. ONE 164 was generally well-received by fans and critics for its high-stakes matchups, particularly the two championship bouts, and its energetic atmosphere in Manila. The performances of the main event fighters and the exciting undercard contributed to a positive reception.

• Praised for its high-caliber championship fights, especially the strawweight and flyweight title bouts.

• Applauded for showcasing exciting performances from both established stars and emerging talent.

• Noted for its energetic crowd and successful return of major MMA events to Manila.

Google audience: Audience reviews for combat sports events like ONE 164 are typically focused on the fights themselves. Viewers generally expressed satisfaction with the main events and the overall action, often highlighting specific knockouts or submission victories. Fan anticipation for the Pacio vs. Brooks and Moraes vs. Johnson fights was high, and many were pleased with the outcomes and the skill displayed.

None notable (as it is a sporting event, not a film)

The event marked the third meeting between Adriano Moraes and Demetrious Johnson, one of the most anticipated trilogies in ONE Championship history.