In this article, I’ve handpicked ten of the best Muay Thai knockouts, showcasing a range of KO techniques from brutal head kicks to perfectly-timed knees to the body. While this isn’t a definitive list, it highlights a variety of impressive finishes, mostly by Thai fighters, along with a couple of notable knockouts from international fighters….
Choosing a list of the best Muay Thai fights of all time is obviously a subjective endeavour. The fights I’ve included here span several decades, starting with a stellar performance by the legendary technician Pudpadnoi Worawut in the 1970s, all the way up to the foreign legend Liam Harrison‘s remarkable comeback against Muangthai PK Saenchai…
The precise execution of Muay Thai’s fundamental techniques is at the very core of a muay femur’s success and longevity in the ring. Like Pudpadnoi Worawut, Chanchai Sor Tamarangsi, and Superlek Kiatmoo9, muay femurs seamlessly integrate teeps and kicks into their arsenal, employing them for both offence and defence. As we witness the evolution of…
Nong-O Gaiyanghadao is a generational talent and one of the greatest Muay Femur fighters in history. With over 300 fights and a career spanning 30 years, he has continuously showcased his genius Muay Thai I.Q. by becoming a Rajadamnern champion and a four-weight Lumpinee champion. Known for his textbook technique and strategic mastery, Nong-O has…
Superlek Kiatmoo9, a two-weight Lumpinee champion before his 2019 ONE Championship debut, is renowned as one of the greatest Muay Femur practitioners of his generation. Known for his lightning-fast kicks and knees, he embodies the perfect blend of speed, power, and precision required to consistently compete at the highest level in Muay Thai. Birth Name:…
Liam Harrison is widely regarded as the greatest English Muay Thai fighter of all time and one of the greatest non-Thai fighters in the sport’s history. Renowned for his lightning-fast low kicks, “The Hitman” has secured major victories on the global stage, even challenging the legendary Saenchai’s undefeated record against non-Thai fighters in the same…
The Muay Thai middle kick, or body kick, is a signature technique unique to Muay Thai. While there are biomechanically similar kicks in other martial arts, such as round kicks and roundhouse kicks, they do not possess the same biomechanical advantages or aesthetic appeal as the Muay Thai middle kick. Refined over decades of fights…
Are Thai Boxers skilled punchers? A long-standing belief suggests that Thai boxers aren’t skilled punchers and that foreigners like Ramon Dekkers became revered by the Thais for their boxing skills, leading Thais to imitate Dekkers’ style. However, Dekkers had a negative fight record against Thais, and there were actually many skilled punchers, or “Muay Mat”…
In Muaythai, capturing titles in Bangkok’s most renowned stadiums is not only a measure of skill but also a testament to a fighter’s dedication to the sport. These stadiums serve as hallowed grounds where fighters showcase their mastery, earning the admiration of fans and peers alike. However, beyond Lumpinee and Rajadamnern belts, spectators are drawn…
In the 1990s, the best Muay Khao practitioners rose to prominence by defeating other top contenders and securing titles at Thailand’s premier stadiums—Lumpinee and Rajadamnern. In these iconic venues, top fighters competed on a weekly basis, creating a natural selection process that ensured the very best nak muay sat at the top of their division….
