Sarawak signals readiness for ONE Championship bid
KUCHING: Sarawak has signalled its readiness to support efforts to bring ONE Championship to its shores, amid rising interest in combat sports such as muay thai. Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the strong passion among fans and local practitioners reflects Sarawak’s real potential as a host. […]
Young fighters shine as LION30 Muay Thai sweeps top honours
MIRI: The next generation of fighters took centre stage as LION30 Muay Thai Club Miri emerged overall champion at the Miri Amateur MuayThai Challenge 2025. They captured a stunning 13 gold medals and several top honours at the two-day event held at Permy Mall from October 31 to November 1. The club’s athletes displayed exceptional […]
Jojo’s fighting spirit earns PM’s recognition
PUTRAJAYA: Muay Thai fighter Johan “Jojo” Ghazali paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Perdana Putra today (Oct 8). Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Adam Adli who accompanied the athlete, said the meeting was more than just a formal visit as it symbolised national recognition of a young fighter’s […]
Chicha storms over to IFMA Youth World semis
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates: Kuching’s 10-year-old Adrynna ‘Chicha’ Thanicha Seesombat made a flying start at the IFMA Youth World Championships 2025 on Saturday. In the 10 to 11-year-old, 32-kg female youth division, she edged past Ireland’s Eva Ines Barron 30-27, taking all three rounds. Sharp, fast and composed, Chicha controlled the bout from start […]
No hype, just heart
Aiman Kenyalang’s quiet victory at the 2025 Muay Thai National Combat Sports Championship wasn’t about spotlight or status — it was for Sarawak, for discipline, and for those who believed in him. Grounded, grateful, and gold In the heart of Bukit Jalil’s Axiata Arena — where gloves met grit and the crowd held its breath […]
RM290,000 boost for Muay Thai a vote of confidence in Sarawak talent
KUCHING: The RM290,000 funding for Muay Thai in Sarawak is more than just financial assistance; it represents a clear signal of recognition and trust in the sport’s ability to produce elite-level talent, according to veteran sports analyst, Datuk Pekan Ramli. Speaking in response to the announcement made in Parliament recently, Pekan said the allocation demonstrates […]
Regatta Simunjan to feature town’s first-ever Muay Thai showcase
KUCHING: The Regatta Simunjan and Festival Simunjan is set to return from Oct 2 to 5, with the town’s first-ever Muay Thai showcase. Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris confirmed that preparations are underway for the biennial festival, which was last held in 2023. “This time, we’re introducing something different — Muay Thai has never been staged […]
Kabilan silences Jakarta with clean sweep win
KUCHING: Sarawak’s Kabilan Jelevan made a blistering campaign in Jakarta, overpowering Indonesia’s Brian Lawitan with a unanimous decision win at Byon Combat Showbiz Vol. 5 yesterday (June 28). The 62-kg kick striking held at Tennis Indoor Senayan stadium, saw Kabilan dictate the tempo from start to finish, landing clean strikes and maintaining distance control throughout […]
Jojo shows heart but Paez takes the win
KUCHING: Sarawak’s Johan ‘Jojo’ Ghazali fell to Colombia’s Diego Paez by split decision at ONE Fight Night 32 in Bangkok, Thailand, following a fierce and thrilling three-round battle at the iconic Lumpinee Stadium today. Jojo came out swinging, displaying his signature aggression and relentless pressure. However, the 31-year-old Paez kept his composure, using sharp timing […]
Sarawak’s Rifdean stuns Laos opponent with 47-second TKO
BANGKOK: Sarawak’s Rifdean Masdor reaffirmed his Muay Thai dominance with a 47-second TKO win over Laos’ Nongbia LaoLaneXang. The explosive victory came at ONE Friday Fights 107 at Stadium Lumpinee here on May 9, marking his fastest career finish to date. The 22-year-old dominated the bout from the opening bell, launching relentless strikes that left […]