{"id":1823,"date":"2023-05-11T00:24:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T00:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/?p=1823"},"modified":"2026-06-22T02:06:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T02:06:00","slug":"best-kickboxers-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/best-kickboxers-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Best Kickboxers In The World [Updated 2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sport of kickboxing is bigger than ever thanks to promotions like ONE Championship, RISE, and Glory Kickboxing. There are more eyes on the sport and fans want to see the world\u2019s best kickboxers in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together our list of the top 10 best kickboxers in the world as of 2026. Check out our list below and let us know who is in your top ten and visit the link here to find out our list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/best-kickboxers-of-all-time\/\">best kickboxers of all time<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Kickboxers In The World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Artem Vakhitov (23-6)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Artem-Vakhitov.jpg\" alt=\"Artem Vakhitov\" class=\"wp-image-1907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Artem-Vakhitov.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Artem-Vakhitov-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Artem Vakhitov is easily the best Russian fighter of this era, as well as over the best kickboxers in the world overall. The 32 year old has been practicing the martial art and is a classic Russian style of fighter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To say that Vakhitov is fundamentally sound would be an understatement. Everything technique that Artem uses is almost picture perfect and always pressures his opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He follows his gameplans to a T without wavering or losing his composure. In the last 8 years of Vakhitov\u2019s career, he has only been defeated twice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The last being his epic clash against former Glory champ Alex Pereira that many felt he won. In their rematch, he would dominate the reigning champion and win the Glory title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately for Artem, his career has hit a road bump due to the Russia\/Ukraine conflict. He was able to fight in his home country of Russia this year, but no other fights are currently confirmed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which is a shame, because Artem is an elite kickboxer that\u2019s getting his career taken from him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The Light Heavyweight GOAT! Artem Vakhitov&#039;s Best Highlights\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8fVHDV4ZAIs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Sitthichai (128-33-5)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sitthichai.jpg\" alt=\"Sitthichai\" class=\"wp-image-1910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sitthichai.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sitthichai-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the last decade, it can\u2019t be argued that Sitthichai is one of the best kickboxers in the world. He has also been one of the most active fighters in the last 16 years and shows no sign of slowing down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After winning the Glory Lightweight Championship, Sitthichai was able to defend his title an astounding six times. Since then, Sitthichai has moved to ONE Championship and nearly won their featherweight grand prix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s no question that the Thai legend was welcomed with open arms in ONE since he\u2019s a long-time fan favorite. He has never had boring fighting in his 150+ fight career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sitthichai is as well-rounded as they come, but he\u2019s most known for his counter striking and deadly knees. Defending his opponent\u2019s strikes and catches them coming in with hard punch combos and of course his patented back knee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Thai legend has won everything in the sport of kickboxing, except the ONE championship. Being able to earn a title in ONE would be another feather in the cap of his stellar career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong | Highlights\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/T9I3CGa2QFg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Marat Grigorian (66-12-1)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Marat-Grigorian.jpg\" alt=\"Marat Grigorian\" class=\"wp-image-1912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Marat-Grigorian.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Marat-Grigorian-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marat Grigorian has easily been one of the best kickboxers of the current era. He has fought in every major kickboxing promotion and most notably won the Glory Light-Heavyweight Championship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Armenian power puncher has been in numerous fight of the year matches over the last decade. Going toe to toe with great fighters and beat big names like Andy Souwer, Nattawut, Petchyindee, and Samy Sana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grigorian has a complete and powerful style, where he uses a mix of relentless pressure, and high volume power punches. All while giving his opponents any openings and always putting on a great performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marat is currently one of the top fighters in ONE Championship and looking to earn gold in the promotion. We would also love to see him in a rematch against all-time great fighter and former champion Superbon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Marat Grigorian Highlights &amp; Knockouts 2022 (Kickboxing)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Oo8-xBNE170?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Kazuki Osaki (40-5-2 1 No Contest)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Kazuki-Osaki.jpg\" alt=\"Kazuki Osaki\" class=\"wp-image-1914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Kazuki-Osaki.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Kazuki-Osaki-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kazuki Osaki, the young Japanese fighter has made quite a name for himself in a short time. After an extensive career in Muay Thai, Osaki moved to kickboxing just three years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But in those three years, he has already established himself as a high rank fighter. Since joining the Japanese promotion Rise, Osaki has not lost a single bout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Going unbeaten for the last three years and winning both the promotion\u2019s flyweight and super flyweight titles. He has been able to overwhelm his opponent\u2019s with his incredible speed and high volume combos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not to mention his powerful leg kicks. If you haven\u2019t heard of Osaki until, then do yourself a favor and take a dive into his fights on Youtube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If Kazuki continues his current unbeaten streak, he could be considered one of the five <strong>best kickboxers<\/strong> in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Kazuki Osaki \u5927\ufa11\u4e00\u8cb4 Highlights\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eMpJWNLDieI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Wei Rui (69-3)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Wei-Rui.jpg\" alt=\"Wei Rui\" class=\"wp-image-1916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Wei-Rui.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Wei-Rui-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wei Rui is one of the most exciting talents to come out of China in a good while. He has primarily fought in China, but has put together an impressive 69-3 record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Originally, Rui was a Sanda boxer, but made the transition to kickboxing to get more fights. If you haven\u2019t seen Wei fight, he\u2019s one of the most exciting fighters in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Known for his powerful and flashy kicks, which includes his sidekick and nasty wheel kick. Once he finds his kicking range, Rui will fire off his kicks at will and land knees on the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If he\u2019s able to fight and win against bigger names, Wei Rui could definitely go up on the best kickboxers in the world list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Wei Rui\u9b4f\u9510 \u25ba Best Knockout Highlights - Demon Blade!\u3010-63KG\ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf3\u3011\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Oalai_rjJXE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Tenshin Nasukawa (44-0)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tenshin-Nasukawa-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tenshin Nasukawa\" class=\"wp-image-1928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tenshin-Nasukawa-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tenshin-Nasukawa-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenshin Nasukawa has been tapped by many to be the next big thing in the sport of kickboxing. At just 24 years old, Nasukawa holds an undefeated record of 44-0 with 30 knockouts. Primarily fighting in the Japanese promotion RISE and sporadically for Rizin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve seen Tenshin fight, then you know why he is being held in such high regard. He has the skills and the charisma to be a superstar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Possessing unbelievable talent that is a nearly complete fighter. Having power in both his hands and feet to knock his opponent out at any moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once Nasukawa is able to reach a bigger stage, then the world will know just how talented he is. He could very well become one of the best kickboxers of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Tenshin Nasukawa (\u90a3\u9808\u5ddd \u5929\u5fc3) HD Highlights &amp; Knockouts\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IaPy-WC77qs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Rico Verhoeven (60-10)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rico-Verhoeven.jpg\" alt=\"Rico Verhoeven\" class=\"wp-image-1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rico-Verhoeven.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rico-Verhoeven-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the last decade, there is no question who the best heavyweight kickboxer in the world is. Nearly every fight expert will tell you that it\u2019s Rico Verhoeven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since winning the Glory Heavyweight Championship in 2014, the \u201cKing of Kickboxing\u201d has only suffered one loss. Defending his title a historic ten times against heavy hitters like Anderson Silva, Hesdy Gerges, and of course Ben Saddik(twice).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the keys to Rico\u2019s success has been the way he uses leg kicks. As he\u2019s putting his foot down, Verhoeven will immediately catch his opponent\u2019s with a snapping punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This unorthodox approach has kept his opponent\u2019s off balances and disabled them from being able to settle in. Once Rico begins landing these leg kicks to punch combos, he stays in control of the fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing that critics of the champ have been vocal about is his resiliency. But Verhoeven was able to put that critic to rest in his rematch with Ben Saddik.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ben was in his best fighting shape and was able to swell Rico\u2019s eye shut and leave a deep gash. Verhoeven then showed us something we\u2019ve never seen from him and came out stronger.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stopping Saddik and proving why he\u2019s not only the best heavyweight, but one of the p4p best kickboxers in the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The Legend of Rico Verhoeven - #1 Heavyweight Kickboxer in the World\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-xT0ic-XcD0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Giorgio Petrosian (105-3-2 2 No Contests)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Giorgio-Petrosian.jpg\" alt=\"Giorgio Petrosian\" class=\"wp-image-1922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Giorgio-Petrosian.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Giorgio-Petrosian-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the opinion of many fight experts, Giorgio \u201cThe Doctor\u201d Petrosian could be one of the best kickboxers to ever live. If you just look at Petrosian\u2019s record, it doesn\u2019t seem like it would be something a fighter could achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Three losses in 112 career kickboxing matches automatically puts him in GOAT status. All while winning every championship attainable and going on a 42 fight unbeaten streak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you wonder what makes Giorgio so good is his fighting style. He stands toe to toe with his opponent, welcoming the danger, because he\u2019s a master of timing and movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His ability to read his opponent\u2019s, move, and counter with a wide range of powerful combos. The Doctor is a puzzle that even many of the best kickboxers ever weren\u2019t able to solve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before his shocking loss to Superbon in 2021, Giorgio was almost a unanimous #1 selection on any best kickboxers list. He is still bouncing back from that loss and we could easily see Petrosyan regain his crown as the king.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The Legend of Giorgio Petrosyan: The Best Kickboxer of All Time\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SCN1l1JvBhU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Superbon Singha Mawynn (113-35)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Superbon-Singha-Mawynn.jpg\" alt=\"Superbon Singha Mawynn\" class=\"wp-image-1924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Superbon-Singha-Mawynn.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Superbon-Singha-Mawynn-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legend <a href=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/superbon-singha-mawynn-master-architect-of-the-ko\/\">Superbon<\/a> has long been established as one of the best kickboxers in the world. Whenever he fights, the kickboxing and Muay Thai world stop and watch one of the greats work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We were all in disbelief when he was able to knockout the legend Giorgio Petrosyan in 2021. Using his patented right round kick to put Petrosyan down for only the second time in his career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Retaining his One Featherweight Championship and then following up his career performance by beating top 5 fighter Marat Grigorian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you study Superbon\u2019s style, you\u2019ll understand why he\u2019s one of the most intimidating fighters to face. He has a deadly rear round kick along with being one of the best counter strikers in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Superbon is able to dissect his opponents by jamming their punches with his <a href=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/muay-thai-clinch\/\">clinch<\/a> and deliver a counter right knee. But that\u2019s only if his opponent\u2019s can make it past his incredible long guard and defensive <a href=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/teep-kick\/\">teeps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Thai legend could\u2019ve easily been our top pick if that upset KO loss to Chingiz Allazov didn\u2019t happen. But it\u2019ll be exciting to see Superbon climb back up the ladder and attempt to win back his ONE title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Superbon Banchamek highlights\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CBnHqDxB0IQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Chingiz Allazov (60-5 1 No Contest)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"738\" src=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chingiz-Allazov.jpg\" alt=\"Chingiz Allazov\" class=\"wp-image-1926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chingiz-Allazov.jpg 640w, https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chingiz-Allazov-260x300.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve seen Chingiz Allazov&#8217;s incredible run over the last two years, you\u2019ll understand why he\u2019s our #1 pick. The reigning ONE Championship Featherweight Champion and 2021 Grand Prix Tournament has looked otherworldly during his current run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just look at the fighters that Chingiz has despatched in his last four fights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Samy Sana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jo Nattawut<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sitthichai<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Superbon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only beating these four that are considered the best kickboxers in the world, but outright dominating them. He got people talking with his KO body punch over Sana and then beat 3 <a href=\"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/thai-boxing-muay-thai\/\">Thai boxing<\/a> legends in a row.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His style of fighting has been on point and the best in the world are having a hard time figuring him out. Chingiz uses different timing to throw his strikes and he\u2019s always switching stance, which confuses his opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once Allazov is able to get his opponent off balance, he overwhelms them with fast kicks and powerful punching combos. Throwing powerful 3-4 punch combos and ripping into his opponent\u2019s with the last punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He is relentless with his attacks as we saw in his unbelievable knockout win against Superbon earlier this year. The pride of Belarus is definitely in his prime and it\u2019s going to be hard to dethrone him. That\u2019s why Chingiz Allazov is our #1 pick of the ten best kickboxers of 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Chingiz &quot;CHINGA&quot; Allazov - Highlights &amp; Knockouts\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RSxUGYhmCGM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Honorable Mentions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alex Pereira<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alex Pereira hasn\u2019t competed in kickboxing in over two years, but he was one of the <strong>best kickboxers<\/strong> of this era. In Glory, Pereira was the boogeyman of the middleweight and heavyweight division.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using his unreal knockout power to take out many of the world\u2019s best kickboxers. Many of which he beat by delivering a KO with his notoriously powerful lead hook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before transitioning full-time to MMA, Poatan was the double champ. Holding both the Glory Middleweight and Light-Heavyweight titles. All while earning an overall kickboxing record of 33-7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then in MMA, Alex showed he was an unstoppable force by winning the UFC Middleweight Championship. He may be retired from kickboxing, but he\u2019s still one of the best kickboxers of the era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Alex Pereira - All Knockouts of the Brutal Monster\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RvhC--pr6eg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cedric Doumbe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another honorable mention that we must give is to Cedric Doumbe. His nickname is \u201cthe best\u201d and he is certainly one of the best kickboxers in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 2x Glory Welterweight Champion that earned an impressive 75-7-1 record. Doumbe is a special athlete with a style all his unknown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unorthodox, yet well-rounded with good defense, and his immense power. Most notably his signature overhand right that the rest of the Glory welterweight division feared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But just like Pereira, Doumbe has also transitioned to MMA and currently holds a record of 4-0. Just like Poatan, The Best would also like to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lowkickmma.com\/cedric-doumbe-signs-with-pfl-glory-champion-ufc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">add a PFL belt<\/a> to his impressive resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Cedric &quot;The Best&quot; Doumbe KO&#039;s &amp; Highlights (Kickboxing)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/f5FeLfg-d9A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The sport of kickboxing is bigger than ever thanks to p&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":209954,"featured_media":1882,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1823","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-muay-thai-101"],"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":34,"label":"Muay Thai 101"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/muaythai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-kickboxers-in-the-world-1024x574.jpg",1024,574,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"Bobby Bradshaw","author_link":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/author\/bobby\/"},"comment_info":"","category_info":[{"term_id":34,"name":"Muay Thai 101","slug":"muay-thai-101","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":34,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":74,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":34,"category_count":74,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Muay Thai 101","category_nicename":"muay-thai-101","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1823","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/209954"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1823"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1823\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11359,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1823\/revisions\/11359"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1882"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1823"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1823"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/muaythai.com\/th\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1823"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}