World Muaythai Council

The last few months have been very busy for the iGLA team as the education system continues to go from strength to strength. The system is now up and running in over 50 countries with national grading seminars being conducted week in week out under the guidance of iGLA recognised Khrus. Poland was one of the first federations to get on board with the system and is a very active country with over 30 iGLA Khrus teaching ...

The WMC would like to congratulate Cristian Marzullo on becoming the new WMC MAD Champion over the weekend, beating Georgios Moustakis from Greece. This was an epic battle and dubbed by many as fight of the night. At the end of 5 rounds the decision went to the judges score card in favour of the man from Italy who went home with a massive smile on his face and a shiny new belt to hold ...

On Saturday the 27th April, Fighting Spirit will return to the Atlantico stadium in Rome, Italy for an evening of muaythai action. The event which is sanctioned by the WMC is a road to Thai Fight qualifier meaning that 2 winners can compete in Thai Fight in June which will take place in Thailand. This is set to be a huge event with over 20 fights planned with some of the biggest names in the business ...

May the 4th is the date for the upcoming Nak Muay 8 event which will be held in the picturesque town of El Vendrell, Spain. This will be the 5th in the series and will be held at the Angel Guimera Pavilion. The event will feature an all female line up in support of the 'Break the Silence' campaign which aims to tackle the issue of violence against women and domestic abuse. The event which is ...

For the first time in YOKKAO history, they are bringing their signature official event to the Land of Eire! After months in planning, the inaugural YOKKAO Ireland event has been confirmed for the 27th July in the Irish capital of Dublin. Organised in partnership with YOKKAO UK promoter, Brian Calder and renowned Irish fight coach, Collie Mahon, YOKKAO 41 - 42 will feature the region’s best and up-and-coming fighters. Fans can expect to catch regulars from ...

Friday the 26th of April in the historical city of Brno will be host to an evening of muaythai action sanctioned by the World Muaythai Council. Fusion FN will feature a full international card as well as an 8 man tournament at 71kg. The main fight of the evening will be for the WMC Czech Republic National Champion title in the 66.68kg weight category between Michal Vacek and Jiri Pav. Petr Ottich the President of the Czech Muaythai ...

Saturday the 13th April was the date for the return of Triumphant Muaythai Series sanctioned by the World Muaythai Council. The 7th edition of the show headed to the the gambling mecca Las Vegas with an all star line up of international athletes and local heroes. Headlining the bill was IFMA Pan American gold medalist Scott Mackenzie from Canada as he went head to head with the world famous Naruepol Fairtex from the Challenger TV series. Round ...

The United Arab Emirates Muaythai Federation have just completed a very successful national iGLA seminar with over 60 participants in attendance. The seminar which was lead by the highest Khan 12 and Khan 13 Ajarns from the UAE federation was a massive success with students receiving their Khan 1 and Khan 2 certificates as well as white Mongkhons to determine their level. Under the supervision of the United Arab Emirates Federation of muaythai and in cooperation ...

Saturday the 13th April saw an evening of international muaythai action on the French island of Corsica in front of 1,500 spectators. Alongside a packed under card the headlining fight of the night was between Ladislav Kristufek from the Czech Republic and Thibault Arias from France for the vacant 66,68kg/147 pounds WMC European title. After 5 hard fought rounds the fight went to the judges score cards in favour of Thibault from France much to the pleasure of ...

Lerdsila will head to Manila in the Philippines this weekend for the One Championship, Roots of Honor where he faces opponent Momotaro from Japan. A name that needs no introduction in the sport, Lerdsila hails from the world famous Jockey Gym in Bangkok where he trained among superstars such as Saenchai and Somrak. A regular fighter at the prestigious Ratchadamnoen and Lumphinee stadiums, he has won a string of titles including the Ratchadamnoen title in 3 ...

YOKKAO is making its way back to Australia, marking its fourth visit to the country. Three Next Generation events have been held in the land down under to date and it is time to take it to the next level. Coming this 25 May, Australia will host the 39-40th edition of the promotion’s signature official event. Australia has produced a series of renowned world champions with some of the most passionate fans of the sport. Some ...

Thai Fight will return to Koh Samui on Saturday the 27th of April at the Phru Chaweng Stadium. The event is run in conjunction with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and is aimed at promoting tourism in the area and celebrating 10 years of Thai Fight. All the usual roster of muaythai superstars will be in attendance including Multiple WMC champion Saenchai as well as Tengnung, PTT and Phayak Samui to name a few. The show will ...