Archive for March, 2018

Yodwicha to Compete in the IFMA World Championships 2018

March 30th, 2018

The legendary Muaythai athlete Yodwicha has received an invitation from the Head Coach of the Amateur Muaythai Association of Thailand to represent his country in Cancun, Mexico. Yodwicha Khemmuaythaigym, formerly known as Yodwicha Por Boonsit originates from Nakhon Ratchassima but now fights out of Bangkok. He is a former 130 lbs champion of Lumphinee Stadium and 135 lbs champion of Thailand holding notable wins over Saenchai PKSaenchaimuaythaigym, Singdam Kiatmuu9, Nong-O Kaiyanghadaogym and Petchboonchu FA Group to name a few. Recently ...

Thai Fight Rome!

March 28th, 2018

Saturday April the 21st will see the next installment of Thai Fight this time in the beautiful city of Rome, Italy. Following a massive success just last week with their show in Nakhon Si Thammarat the muaythai superstars will now grace Europe for the first time this year. The event promises not to disappoint and includes fights from Muaythai legends such as, Saiyok Windy Sport, a 3 times WMC world champion, Saenchai 4 times WMC champion and ...

Thai Fight comes to Nakhon Si Thammarat!

March 23rd, 2018

Saturday the 24th of March will see the latest edition of Thai Fight, this time in the city and Southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat. The event promises not to disappoint and includes fights from Muaythai legends such as Saensatharn P.K. Saenchai Muay Thai Gym, 2 times WMC Champion, Saiyok Windy Sport, a 3 times WMC world champion, Saenchai 4 times WMC champion and considered by many as the pound for pound best Muaythai fighter to name ...

Thai Fight Welcomes Pakorn

March 21st, 2018

Pakorn has been added to the the existing list of muaythai Superstars in the Thai Fight team. He will be joining his friend and training partner Saenchai who is considered the star of the show. Pakorn, the 2 times WMC world champion made a name for himself as champion in both the prestigious Lumphinee and Rajadamnern stadiums competing at the highest level. He then began to compete internationally and now has a worldwide fan base. From all at ...

Vahid Shahbazi the New Intercontinental Champion!

March 20th, 2018

Vahid Shahbazi became the new WMC Intercontinental Welterweight (66.67Kg) Champion on Friday the 16th March in the beautiful city of Nice, France. Vahid originates from Iran but has been competing in Thailand for some years on some of the biggest shows in Thailand, not to mention the famous Omnoi Stadium. Vahid took the win over a very strong opponent Johny Tancray who was competing on his own soil with a big fanbase. From all at the WMC ...

Amazing Nai Kanom Tom Day 2018

March 19th, 2018

A full day event was organised in the pearl of Thai history, the legendary city of Ayutthaya. IFMA was participating in the event headed by the President Dr. Sakchye Tapsuwan. Taking the triple booth in the center of the exhibition venue Muaythai was represented by IFMA, WMC and IGLA attracting hundreds of participants to find out about the upcoming events in the IFMA calendar. IFMA Sports Director Charissa Tynan had multiple important meetings with representatives of Jordan, ...

Nai Kanom Tom – Muaythai Legends

March 16th, 2018

A sport as old as Muaythai has many legends. Even its beginnings are lost in the mist of myths. Most of its legends are, however, historically based on truth. All illustrate the pride and importance that the Thai people always had for the sport. In yesteryear, elephants crossed the border from Burma to Siam carrying the best fighter from Burma to challenge the chosen champion of Siam (now known as Thailand) to a Muaythai bout. But ...

Epic 18 returns to Perth!

March 15th, 2018

Friday March the 23rd will see the return of Epic Promotions in Mirrabooka, Perth this time at the Herb Graham Centre. The team have put together another amazing fight card featuring the best of the best from Australia under the sanctioning of the WMC. Headlining the show is the highly anticipated fight between Lloyd Dean and Roy Wills which is long overdue and Tyler Hardcastle will face Damon Nelson for the WMC State Title at 66.68kg, Full ...

Top King Ayutthaya

March 14th, 2018

Saturday the 17th March in the historical city of Ayutthaya, Thailand will see the latest installment from the Topking Series Tournament. The competition will be held as part of the celebrations in honour of Nai Kanom Dom, the muaythai legend who as a prisoner of the Burmese earned his freedom by defeating all of the Burmese King's top fighters. Every year, the Thai people honour Nai Khanom Tom. That night is called “Boxer’s night” where every ...

Nice Fight Night this Friday!

March 13th, 2018

Friday the 16th March in the beautiful city of Nice, France will see an evening of muaythai sanctioned by the WMC. France has become one of the strongest countries in the sport outside Thailand and houses many top level athletes like Fabio Pinca and Damian Alamos to name a few. Headlining the gala for the WMC Intercontinental title at 66.67kg is Vahid Shabazi from Iran who will face Johny Tancray from France alongside a solid undercard ...

Buakaw to Headline Enfusion

March 9th, 2018

Buakaw is set to return to Enfusion tonight in the United Arab Emirates where he will face Spanish opponent Jonay Risco. The event will be held at Du Forum, Abu Dhabi's premier indoor venue and is looking to sell out. Buakaw has not fought five rounds since 2014 where he beat Djime Coulibaly from France in Monte Carlo for the WMC Junior Middleweight Title so this will be an interesting fight for muaythai fans. Buakaw is ...

Yokkao 29 and 30!

March 8th, 2018

The time of year is once again upon is when we are graced with another gift from the Yokkao team, this time falling on Saturday March 10th in the Macron Stadium, Bolton. The evening will comprise of 2 events in one evening and will feature the best of best from England alongside international fighters. The headlining act will see muaythai legend Singdam hailing from Thailand go head to head with Jack Kennedy from the UK. Reece ...

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