Controversial singer turned actor Yo Yo Honey Singh will launch a boxing tournament, Global Fighting Championship (GFC), in Dubai.

The star will be joined by his friends Shafeeq, Zak D and Prince Amir at the event as well as the Dubai Sports Council.

International fighters featuring in this tournament will include Badr Hari, Peter Graham, Arnold Oborotov and Stefan Leko.

Singh said, “I love the sport and I am positive that the amount of love and support I have received from my audience will make this a success. My friends in Dubai and I plan to make this regular.”