On 31 May 2014, H.E. Mr. Krit Kraichitti, Ambassador of Thailand to Malaysia, attended the "Evolution 27: the Best of Malaysia" Muay Thai gala dinner, organized by Elite Boxing in corporation with Dragon Muay Thai at One World Hotel, Damansara, Selangor Darul Ehsan. The event featured Muay Thai fighters from Thailand, Malaysia and many more countries in five continents, and was attended by over 500 ticket holders. On this occasion, His Excellency presented a memorabilia plaque to the Malaysia Muay Thai Association, in appreciation of its role in hosting the World Amateur Muay Thai Championship in Langkawi back in February this year, and spoke of his delight that Muay Thai is becoming increasingly popular in Malaysia as the number of Muay Thai gyms and clubs have already surpassed the 500 milestone.