COURT DISMISSES DEFAMATION CLAIM AGAINST ALL FIVE DEFENDANTS
26 October 2026 | Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA) welcomes the Court's decision to dismiss the defamation claim filed by former MABA President, Datuk Wira Tan Kang Yong, against all five defendants in connection with MABA's Board of Inquiry (BOI) Report.
The five defendants are:
1. Liew Yong Choon
2. Chey That Woon
3. San Chyi Her
4. Mohd Haniff Bin Abdul Razak
5. Dato' Andy Choong Kar Foo
The Court was of the view that the Plaintiff had failed to prove his claim against all five defendants. Accordingly, the Plaintiff's claim against all defendants was dismissed.
The BOI was established to examine the past disposal of MABA's movable properties, including basketball stands, gym equipment and related assets, had been sold to Kelantan Basketball Association. MABA maintains that the inquiry was conducted to safeguard the Association's interests and uphold transparency, accountability and good governance, without any personal or political agenda.
Following the Court's decision, MABA will review the appropriate next steps in accordance with the resolution passed by its Executive Committee on 27 January 2024, subject to any further legal developments.
MABA notes that the Plaintiff has 14 days to file an appeal against the decision.
MABA also wishes to express sincere appreciation to all affiliates, officials and the basketball community for their continued trust and support. MABA remains committed to good governance, integrity and the development of basketball in Malaysia.
Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA)
