BYON Combat Does Not Spare Pirates, Cellos: The Impact on Athletes!

Kapanlagi.com - The domestic combat sport industry is currently shaken by the disgraceful actions of digital broadcast pirates. The Vidio team together with BYON Combat officially announced an escalation of legal status regarding the case of piracy of BYON Combat Sport Showbiz Vol. 6. This case emerged after thousands of viewers were found accessing illegal broadcasts through the TikTok social media platform.

A thorough investigation revealed that the perpetrators used a systematic method by recording the screen of devices playing the official broadcasts to rebroadcast them for free. This has triggered significant anger from BYON management as it harms many parties working hard behind the scenes. BYON Combat CEO, Yoshua Marcellos, emphasized his commitment to pursuing the perpetrators to the courts.

"BYON Combat is here to build a professional combat sport industry in Indonesia. When broadcasts are pirated, the impact is felt by athletes, promoters, production crews, and industry partners involved," said Yoshua Marcellos when met by KapanLagi at the press conference at SCTV Tower, Senayan, Central Jakarta, Monday (20/4/2026).

1. Piracy Is a Serious Crime

The man popularly known as Cellos stated that piracy is a serious crime that could jeopardize the newly revived industry. He feels a great responsibility to protect the fate of athletes and crews who depend on the success of each event. There is no room for negotiation for anyone who dares to steal such intellectual property content.

This firm stance is taken as a form of education for the Indonesian people to better appreciate the works of the nation's children. Cellos hopes that this legal action will serve as a warning beacon for other individuals not to engage in illegal actions for personal gain or merely to seek followers. His team is determined to oversee this case together with the Cyber Directorate of the Metro Jaya Police until it is resolved.

"We emphasize a zero tolerance stance against all forms of piracy. Every violation will be strictly addressed through legal steps without exception," Cellos reiterated his position.

2. The Origin of the Problem

Press Conference Vidio and BYON Combat (credit: KapanLagi.com/Sahal Fahdli)

The background of this problem refers to illegal broadcasts reaching over 7,000 viewers simultaneously without official permission. This law enforcement action is based on Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright, which provides full protection for broadcasting institutions. The offenders face hefty fines and serious prison sentences.

The management also expresses gratitude for the full support from law enforcement officers who helped uncover this unauthorized content distribution practice. The embodiment of justice is crucial for the legal certainty of the digital creative industry in the future. BYON Combat does not want the achievements of local athletes to be buried by piracy actions that undermine the creative economy.

3. Vidio and BYON Strengthen Security System

Vidio and BYON will tighten the digital security system at every upcoming event to minimize similar risks. The public is urged to always use official distribution channels to obtain the best broadcast quality and support the sustainability of martial arts in the country.

The next match, BYON Combat Showbiz Vol. 7, will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The main duel between Putra Abdullah and Ronal Siahaan can be watched starting at 14:30 WIB exclusively through the Vidio platform.

(kpl/aal/pit)