Muaythai, The Miracle of Friendship Continues

February 22nd, 2023

IFMA’s vision to use muaythai towards cultural exchange, building bridges and social engagement has continued after 250 youth from Malaysia and Thailand participated in the 3 day workshop in Malaysia. A second important event took place at the Rachathiwat School in Bangkok which was a joint cooperation between the school, IFMA and the National Identity Foundation. The IFMA acting President Dr. Sakchye Tapsuwan together with the principal of the school, representatives ...

IFMA Mourns the Loss of Mr. Buncha Kamkaew

February 21st, 2023

The muaythai community and IFMA is saddened by the news of the passing of the founder of Phetch Buncha Samui Stadium, Mr. Buncha Kamkaew, one of the pioneers of muaythai in southern Thailand.He has given opportunities to many athletes from around the world and through these athletes, his legacy will be passed on.

A New European Champion is Crowned

February 20th, 2023

Saturday the 18th of February was a night to remember in Paris as Golden Fight Promotions returned with another solid lineup of elite international fighters and a muaythai gala sanctioned by the WMC. The main fight of the evening was for the vacant WMC European champion title set at 72,58 KG. Bampara Kayouté from France and Romanian fighter Cristian Vasile locked horns in what was considered by many as the fight of ...

Lahti Fight Event 2023: Nordic Title Bout

February 17th, 2023

The Muay Thai event LFE, Lahti Fight Event, which will be held in Lahti at the Total Center Lahti, Finland on Saturday the 4th of March 2023, promises an international atmosphere where the best fighters in their respective divisions will meet. Tessa Kakkonen from Finland and Johanna Persson from Sweden will be the main event of the night.At stake is the Nordic Championship belt of the prestigious WMC professional association.The ...

Kouyate vs Vasile: European Showdown

February 16th, 2023

This Saturday the 18th of February, the legendary Golden fight Promotions returns to Paris for an evening of muaythai action. The event never fails to disappoint and is well-known for putting together the best matchups from its ever-growing pool of talented fighters. The main fight of the evening for the vacant middleweight (72.5KG) WMC European title will be contested by the young prodigy from France Bampara Kouyate who will face Romanian ...

IFMA Family Mourns the Loss of Wild Boars Captain

February 15th, 2023

IFMA mourns the life of Duangpetch Promthep who was the captain of the Wild Boars who had been trapped for 2 weeks in a cave and kept the team spirit alive as the captain of the team. It was an extraordinary story, in which over 100 Thai and foreign divers dramatically rescued the Wild Boar team. Sadly, Duangpetch Promthep passed away in a tragic accident in the United Kingdom where he earned ...

IFMA Youth Shining Bright

February 15th, 2023

Ruach Gordan is one of Israel’s most promising athletes who has made his way from a former youth IFMA Champion to making his mark in Thailand in the leading stadiums. He was chosen to be on the main card for the 2022 King’s Cup final at Icon Siam last December where he stole the hearts of the fans not only for his heart, looks and skills but also for his outstanding ...

WMC West India Title Belt & Ranking Series 11 : Indore 2023

February 15th, 2023

The WMC West India Title Belt and Ranking Series 11 was one of a kind pro-muay Thai event in India. It was a perfect blend of a Thai Culture and professional Muay Thai held at Indore Public School, Main Campus on the 5th Feb 2023.  The perfect venue was chosen by the administration for the West India Title Belt and Ranking Series 11. The Venue is approx 20000 sq. ft area ...

Vive La France

February 14th, 2023

The French Muaythai Federation which is fully recognized by the French National Olympic Committee and Sports Ministry under the Presidency of Nadir Allouache who is also a French Olympic Executive Board Member, just had their national qualifications for the upcoming IFMA World Championships. The French Federation has over 1000-member gyms under the federation and IFMA and has produced many world champions both female and male over the last years.This year, over ...

Muaythai in Portugal Celebrates with 34th Annual Gala

February 8th, 2023

The Portuguese Kickboxing and Muaythai Federation recently celebrated its 34th anniversary at a special gala event at which special awards and laudations were presented to athletes, coaches, and many other important stakeholders of the muaythai family in Portugal. Awards were given such as Athlete of the year, Revelation Athlete, Athletes who participated in International and National Championships of Muaythai, and many more. Special VIP guests on hand to support the special celebrations included ...

Muaythai Sets Guinness World Record

February 7th, 2023

February 6th is a special day on the calendar for the global muaythai community as it marks World Muaythai Day. It was on 2nd of May 2011 that the Thailand Ministry of Culture’s proposal to declare February 6th of each year Muaythai Day was officially approved by the Cabinet of the Royal Thai Government. The day is intended to honour King Somdej Phra Sanphet the 8th, better known as Phra Chao Sua or ...

Bilal Chareuf Becomes the New Intercontinental Champion

February 6th, 2023

This weekend, Saturday the 4th of February was a big night in Otswald as Superstar Promotions graced the Le Point D'eau venue for an evening of elite-level muaythai. The main fight of the evening was for the vacant 81KG WMC Intercontinental title, contested between Bilal Bakhouche Chareuf from France and Miguel Angel Padilla from Mexico. The pair locked horns from the first bell with both fighters giving it their all. ...

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