On Fighting in Thailand: Recent Episodes
Matt Lucas
Premier Muay Thai show covering the economics and infrastructure of the sport. Hosted by Muay Thai journalist, Matt Lucas, this shows covers topics such as purse sizes, fight management, sponsorship, and career growth.
Kevin Noone, General Secretary for the WBC Muay Thai and Max Baggio, Mediterranean Chairman talk about the upcoming festival.
The event happens June 22-25th in Venice Italy. The two representatives talks about the growth of the sport, the games and much more.
ONE Championship debuted in the USA. The first ever show in the west saw Stamp take on Alyse Anderson in an MMA fight. Learn about what happened behind the scenes.
In this video we break down the state of the sport, the promotions, the fighters, and all the gyms.
Influencers Patrick Rivera of the WBC USA, Kieran Walsh of Muay U Canberra and Matt Lucas, commentator at Lumpinee get together to talk about the state of the sport and how different regions differ.
Learn about the sport.
This episode goes over the year. Highlights include projects that did well and how I accomplished it.
Give it a listen and learn how to grow social media in Muay Thai
Muay Thai federation leaders, Patrick Rivera of the WBC USA and Michael Corley of the USMF sit down to talk about the future of the sport. Muay Thai in the USA is growing by leaps and bounds. 2023 will be a strong year.
The two heads talk about what their organizations do for the sport and how to grow it ethically
In this episode I go over organizing a Muay Thai seminar tour for Stamp. I go into the details of how the classes will be taught.
In I addition I share how I create fight break down videos that are widely shared, IG carousels and more content creation tips for fighters, gym owners and others.
The world of Muay Thai is alive and kicking, punching, kneeing and elbowing.
This week was a blast with ONE Championship, bouts in Buri Ram, a nice line up at Rajadamnern and big fights at Lumpinee.
In this week's Muay Thai news we see more WBC action, Stamp Fairtex going on tour and stacked ONE Championship fights.
ONE Championship made five huge announcements including weekly shows at Lumpinee. Top USA fighters: Jalill Barnes fought Ognjen Topic The Road To ONE tournament and more Muay Thai News
Australia was a success! Rebellion Muay Thai displayed beautiful Muay Thai.
Also more promoters at Lumpinee and Stamp Fairtex is going on tour in the USA!
This week we are joined by the famed Sy Nadji of Rebellion Muay Thai.
The promoter actively throws shows and talks about some of the latest in Muay Thai news.
Massive fights lined up for ONE Championship, Rebellion, Rajadamnern, Lumpinee and more in this week's Muay Thai News
Strength and Conditoining coach Steve Campbell went from being a professional Rugby player to the world of combat sports. The UK trainer works with top level Muay Thai fighters like Andy Howson, Jordan Watson and of course Liam Harrison.
Learn about how he does it and how to get stronger yourself.
Fighter and Coach Kate Allen-Cotton talks about how she organizes her strength and conditioning and how it has shaped her career as an athlete.
Learn how to get stronger.
There were major knockouts at Lumpinee and nice action at Rajadamnern.
Listen to the Muay Thai highlights of the week.
Muay Thai is cracking with knock outs at Rajadamnern. Huge fights at Lumpinee and the WBC Youth Games in Canada
The world of Muay Thai is growing with:
Warrior's Cup in NYC
Rajadamnern World Series
Fairtex Fight Promotion Road to ONE
Big things happening at the stadiums with Rajadamnern World Series kicking off.
New York City sees the Muay Thai Summit at the Paper Factory and Warrior's Cup.
Also Aaron Zackon vs Nicklas Saengmorrakot at Lumpinee.
This week the big tournaments at Rajadamnern are kicking off.
In addition the World Games hosted exciting action including Tierra Brandt vs Iman Barlow.
Warrior's Cup cracks open next week along with a Muay Thai Business Summit and a Muay Thai Seminar by yours truly in New York City.
This week in news: Tournaments! Tournaments! And more Tournaments!
Topic Takes The Omnoi Belt
World Games Tournament in Alabahama
Rajadamern Tournament
Fairtex Fight Promotion Road To ONE Tournament
Don Heatrick is closing the gap between strength and conditioning, performance science and Muay Thai. He has a passion in seeing just how far fighters can go. Listen as he outlines basic S&C programs and how he develops his plans.
Muay Thai League promoter, Nakia Wright talks about putting together a show in Australia, how promoting works, and how fighters can get onto shows.
Learn about the business of the sport.
Italian promoter and Muay Thai enthusiast, Max Baggio, talks about putting together shows in his home country.
Baggio is invested in growing the sport from the ground up. He talks about matchmaking, production, and working with the WBC Muay Thai.
Learn the business of the sport.
Fairtex Fight Promotion promoter Prem Busarabavonwongs talks about creating matchups, production and having his show at the famed Lumpinee stadium.
Learn the game from the inside.
Bangkok promoter Pako talks about growing a small show in the heart of Thailand. Learn about his business model and why he's developing amateur Muay Thai in Thailand.
Lion Fight CEO and founder, Scott Kent talks about the importance of branding, the cost of putting on a fighter, and the importance of fighters promoting themselves.
Learn the business of the sport to do business in the sport.
Internationally experience referee and judge, Pete Peterson talks about scoring, refereeing and continuing to educate Muay Thai coaches, trainers, and fighters. Peterson is part of North America's largest Muay Thai tournament, the TBA's. His experience runs deep and he shares what he's learned.
High level referee Olivier Coste officiates the biggest fights in Muay Thai. Center stage for ONE Championship the Frenchman talks about the pressure, the duty, and how he came to be a referee.
Learn about the rules, learn about the responsibility, learn about the game.
Muay Thai referee, Peach, talks about how she began working as an official and some of the ins and outs of working in the ring. She is one of the pioneers of female Muay Thai and female officiating in Thailand.
ONE Championship referee and judge, Elias Dolaptsis talks about his time learning how to score and what scoring is. He notes when fighters and damaged and the importance of following a sense of duty. Learn more about scoring Muay Thai in this episode.
This episode goes over some of the highlights of the year and what was learned in this season of the podcast and my travels. Learn about statistics for Instagram, traveling to the states for seminars, the future of Muay Thai and more.
Bia has built a career in Muay Thai. The Thai began in graphics but when he began at the famed Max Muay Thai he acquired a host of new skills. He mc'd, photographed, created sounds and the design for the show. Bia then went on to work for GSV, one of the biggest Muay Thai companies to date.
Learn how he built his career in Thailand
Photographer, journalist and Muay Thai story teller, Pari Aryafar talks about her career. She reveals how she began and how she's grown. She shares how she grew her career, traveled around the world and become internationally recognized.
8 Limbs Academy head trainer and gym owner talks about his development as a coach, what it means to be successful, and how to build skills to grow.
Learn from the best!
Former Pro Muay Thai fighter, Greg Wooton talks about his storied career and the growth of UK Muay Thai.
Former professional Muay Thai fighter, Julie Kitchen talks about her storied career. After capturing a host of titles she went on to have a successful post fight career. Kitchen talks about her journey and the way it's shaped UK Muay Thai.
Professor and Muay Thai expert, Tony Myers talks about the beginnings of officiating in Thailand and the growth of the sport in the UK. Myers has refereed throughout the country, cornered for high level athletes, and has produced a host of academic papers on the sport.
In the first part of our series on the history of the Muay Thai in the UK, Damien Trainor talks about his career and the legacy of K-Star gym.
Learn about the sport and it's legacy.
Liam “The Hitman” Harrison has built a successful career in Muay Thai. In this episode we talk about how he accomplished it. We go into the importance of fighting in Thailand, building a brand, networking and the importance of being a good person.
CEO of Fairtex Equipment in Bangplee Thailand talks about working for the company and in the Muay Thai industry for over 19 years.
He talks about the importance of branding, product innovation, using fighters as brand ambassadors and the different sectors of the Muay Thai industry in Thailand.
Valor Training Center owner, Patrick Rivera, gives some keys about the business of Muay Thai including:
The Importance of Clarity, Congruency, Consistency
Why Muay Thai is a sport and not a fight
Adapting Coaching methods
Having professionally trained coaches and fighters
And how to grow the business of Muay Thai
Sumalee Boxing Gym owner, Lynne Miller comes and talks about the business of the sport.
With over a decade in the Muay Thai industry she talks about business practices, promoting shows, building a new gym, the focus on fighters, developing new markets and more.
Learn about what the Muay Thai world go round.
Australian Muay Thai female legend, Caley Reece, talks about her career, her trips to Thailand, and the growth of female fighters in her home country.
Learn about the history of Australian Muay Thai
Australian legend Nugget McNaught talks about his time in the game. His talks about fighting in Australia and Thailand, his fight promotion, Evolution, traveling the world and training people opening his gym and the current state of Australian Muay Thai.
Australian Pioneer Darren Riddler Reece talks about his early career in the sport fighting on Phon Martdee’s shows, fighting out of Saengmorakot in Bangkok and eventually opening a gym.
Having been in the sport for over two decades he talks about the changes in the sport and how it’s developed.
Learn the history of Australian Muay Thai
Australian pioneer Mark “The Hammer” Castagnini talks about life in the sport. He hits on his career, commentating, his time with Blitz, and more.
Learn about the history of the game in Australia from an experienced pro.
Michael Chase Corley, President of the USMF and owner of Heritage Muay Thai, talks about the release of his latest book Muay Thai Grit: Stories Of An American Muay Thai Fighter.
Corley spent an extended period of time in Thailand where he worked and trained and fought out of Fairtex Bangplee. He moved on to fight in some of the biggest tournaments and opportunities in Thailand and internationally.
He talks about the book making process, his aim, and talks about why it’s important to stick with the sport long term.
Danielle Marie, American fighter currently active in Thailand, interviews Bria Lace. Lace owns and operates a gym in France. The Canadian also lived and fought in Thailand for the last two years. The two boxers talk about family, their careers and more.
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Somsurat Rangkla, Thai Fighter in Australia, talks to rising ONE Championship star Wondergirl Fairtex.
The two talk about Thai culture, fighting in Thailand, and what it means to be Thai living abroad.
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Rising star, Smilla Sundell, interviews the very experienced Teresa Wintermyr.
The Swedish fighters talk about being nervous before fights, old school ways of training, and the sport.
Learn About Thailand's experienced Nak Muay Ying.
The world of Muay Thai has changed. Covid-19, the internet, the ongoing evolution of the sport. This episode reviews all the different changes in the game.
Specifically, the impact of the podcast, stats on cornering, the future of the podcast and much more.
Learn about the contemporary moment of Muay Thai and stay present!
Omar Halaby works hard for his passion, Muay Thai. An experienced fighter in Thailand he’s now sponsored by Fairtex.
He’s fought at Lumpinee, Rajadamnern, and Max Muay Thai.
The Lebanese fighter fights at a very competitive weight of 60kg and has no plans on stopping anytime soon.
Learn about his background and why he’s been so successful.
Brogan Stewart Ng is a true martial artist. The Muay Thai and MMA fighter has flown around the world to train with the best.
He’s lived in Russia, Australia, America and now Thailand in the pursuit of developing his skills.
Now sponsored by Pryde, Muay Thai Gram and ONE Championship he is breaking through with his model moves.
Learn about his philosophy, and the way Martial Arts has shaped him.
Angela Chang has grit. Staying in Thailand long term isn’t easy. Getting in the ring continually is even harder.
The Queens Native has a passion for perseverance. Her steadfast commitment to the sport and improving herself is paying off.
Learn about her journey in Muay Thai, the growth of the female Muay Thai scene and more.
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Jalill Barnes has torn through the competition in the USA. The Green Lotus has moved to Thailand and is one of the few officially sponsored athletes for Muay Thai Gram.
In this episode Buakieow talks about his goals, his ambitions and his sponsors. Find about the future of an American star in the making.
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Muay Thai Gram is the largest Muay Thai only Instagram account. Get a look behind the scenes as Brett Hlavacek, Alfredo Perez and Matt Lucas talk about the companies inception and it’s goals.
Find out how they are changing the Muay Thai media landscape and the business of the sport.
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Angie Parr is one of the hardest working people in the business. The American relocated to the Gold Coast of Australia to stay married to the game.
She helps run Boonchu gym, promotes, and corners fighters including her children.
An experienced ring veteran, Parr talks about the emotions of being in the corner and what it’s like standing ringside.
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Tony Manoharan of Diamond Muay Thai in Calgary Canada talks what it takes to be a cornerman. Dealing with the ups and downs of fight life can be hard, and Manoharan talks about his journey both abroad and in North America.
Learn about the people that always have your back and are in your corner.
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Bryan Dobler of Double Dose Muay Thai talks being in the corner. The experienced coach talks about dealing with cuts, preparation for fights, warm ups, what to bring and more.
Learn about the importance of having someone solid in your corner.
Internationally acclaimed sports photographer, Scott Hirano, talks working the lens.
We discuss the narrative of fight photography, work ethic, and how photographers are the cutting edge of marketing for promotions.
Learn about the game behind the game with a master of the craft Scott Hirano.
Get behind the shot as documentary photography Helen Tran discusses her current project, She Fights.
She Fights portrays the current condition of female fighters. Tran has highlighted a number of high profile female athletes including Stamp Fairtex, Carody Irish and others.
In addition Tran talks about dealing with lighting, going to new gyms, and the growth of women in the sport.
Learn about the lady behind the lens in this episode of On Fighting In Thailand.
In this episode William Luu out of Australia talks about Muay Thai photography.
Luu is a former former fighter who has stepped into the ring and now stays close to the action with his lens.
Luu has worked for International Kickboxer, Rebellion Muay Thai and is now doing a podcast series: In Focus. The series recounts in detail some of the great shots he's taken with the fighters, coaches and trainers in action.
In this episode Pari Ayafar talks about Muay Thai photography. The experienced journalist discusses working different fight venues, the ethics of representation, the importance of her mentors and more. Learn more about the woman behind the lens.
In this episode Stamp Fairtex talks about her beginnings at Fairtex. Jongsanan Fairtex also talks about his storied career at the gym, coming to America, the development of Muay Thai in the states and more. I also give a backdrop on the legendary gym.
Abigail McCullough, long term foreign liaison, depicts the detailed and storied history of Sitmonchai gym. The iconic establishment has been home to many fighters and trainers over the years, including Pornsanae, Yodkhunpon, Thepnimnit and more.
Willy Whipple weighs in as well describing how the gym has changed and the importance of the long term fighters and students.
Learn about the legendary big hearted gym in this episode of On Fighting In Thailand.
In this episode, Game PK Saenchai Muay Thai Gym, Ognjen Topic and Stefan Korodi talksabout the history of PK Saenchai.
One of the powerhouse gyms in Bangkok, PK Saenchai Muay Thai gym has a host of talent and is a formidable force both nationally and internationally. Learn more about the Muay Thai fortress.
In this episode Rob Cox, owner of Kiatphontip gym, talks about the heralded past of his gym. He talks about the origins of the establishment, the many fighters that have come through, and the changes in the family run business.
In this episode we continue to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the sport.
Thailand based fighters Angela Chang and Willy Whipple talk about their situations: focusing on news and running.
Gym owners France and Boom Watthanaya talk about the situation in Isaan.
Andrew Parnham returns as well to talk about changes in Australia and how he and his trainers are adapting to the new times.
Learn how people are working with what they have and rolling with the punches.
In this episode fighters and trainers talk about some of the direct impacts COVID 19 has had on themselves and others.
Fighters Halaby and Lee discuss fight cancellations and adapting to new training conditions while Parnham and Pilla discuss how gyms need to change.
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In this episode Ruth Ashdown talks about her career as a fighter. A decorated veteran of 90 plus fights with multiple WBC belts, Ashdown is the real deal.
Ashdown talks about the fight game, and how it feels to be a champ’s champ.
In this episode Adam Martin, half of the AaA commentary team, talks about life as a commentator.
He talks about sports writing, promotion in Muay Thai versus other sports and what it means to have, or not have a career in Muay Thai.
Check it out and make sure to be ready to scream out “Medic!” for this knock out podcast.
In this episode, Kevin P. Noone, Secretary General for the WBC Muay Thai talks about the upcoming WBC Convention in Bangkok Thailand March 14th to 16th.
Noone also touches on the scoring and ranking system for the organization along with some of the programs the federation has developed.
Tune in to learn about why the green and gold is so alluring.
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In this episode Teddy Mulvagh talks commentating at Channel 7, Kun Lun, and Absolute Muay Thai.
The color commentator splashes his palette all over the place with his palate.
Listen to his lively jokes and take on life behind the mic.
“Are you not entertained!?”
In this episode we talk to Dorian Price, commentator for Max Muay Thai and professional Muay Thai fighter.
Price has fought all over Thailand and across the world. He’s had bouts at local fairs, Lumpinee, Thai Fight, Max Muay Thai and Europe.
He is now a commentator at Thailand's popular Muay Thai Entertainment show Max Muay Thai.
Price is a gem in the community and brings a host of value anywhere he goes. Learn the game.
In this episode Kieran Keddle comes back to talk about The Muay Thai World Cup. The last episode in a 5 part series covers the aftermath of the show. The promoter talks about the show production, working with the WBC, the problems with promoting and of course the fights themselves.
In this episode Nash Keshwala, WBC Muay Thai official, talks the rules of the game and bringing the WBC (World Boxing Council) to Canada for the Muay Thai World Cup on November 30th in Calgary Canada.
Keshwala is an experienced name in the game and has worked with the British Thai Council, the WMC, IFMA and of course the WBC.
He is a long term member of the sport and trained under Tony Moore along with Thakoon at Sasiprapra gym.
In this episode Kyle Messenger talks about ticket sales, his upcoming 4 Man tournament on The Muay Thai World Cup, and being able to stay in his home country of Canada because he has good fight management.
In this episode Lance Dixon talks about his upcoming bout(s) in Canada for the Muay Thai World Cup. The promotion is putting together a 4 Man tournament along with other fights to expand the fight scene in North America. Dixon will be the only USA fighter on the card.
He talks about traveling and fighting, promoting a show abroad, and what it means to have a pro career in the USA.
In the Pick a Fight Sawsing vs Maria Phuket Fight Club is discussed.
In this episode Kieran Keddle talks about promoting in Canada. Keddle is throwing The Muay Thai World Cup on November 30th.
The UK native is an experienced fighter, having spent long periods of time in Thailand at Fairtex and Kaewsamrit. He returned home to the UK and began promoting. In 2018 he moved to Canada and putting on what hopes to be the first Muay Thai World Cup.
This series will be looking at the build up, and aftermath of a show. What it means to fight on a new show, how it’s marketed, and the people involved.
In this episode Jess Ng, Queens Native and USA Nak Muay Ying, talks about fighting at IFMA, being a role model and the fight game.
Ng is a seasoned fighter on the international level with IFMA gold to her name and 4 different international tournaments under her belt. Fighting out of Sitan Gym in Astoria, Ng recently made a trip to Thailand to train and fight.
In the “Pick a Fight” segment I discuss some of the upcoming female bouts on television in Thailand. Nak Muay Ying are making further steps in the Entertainment Muay Thai world!
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On this episode guest host long term Muay Thai fighter Angela Chang interviews Ying Trusha Patel from Sitan Gym/Estevez Muay Thai.
Patel is on an extended stay in Thailand training out of Sitsonpeenong, where Chang has been at for the last three plus years.
The two fighters discuss marketing for female fighters, the choices you have to make to be a fighter in Thailand, and wages in the sport.
In the “Pick a Fight” segment, Angela rehashes the Sangmanee vs Rafi Bohic fight.
Tune in to learn about female fight life from two active fighters.
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In this episode, emerging Thai superstar, Wondergirl Fairtex talks about the fight game.
The young gun is a PAT belt holder at 118lbs and is trying her hand at MMA. She recently defended her belt with a colossal knockout win in the 2nd round against Nongbiew.
Wondergirl talks about growing up fighting, her bouts with Alma Juniku, Jasmine Parr, and others, and what it’s like being a rising star in the female fight world.
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In this episode I talk about fighter development by looking at two specific fights that I’ve cornered this month.
Omar Halaby fought at Lumpinee stadium, taking a points win and Brogan Stewart fought at Max Muay Thai taking a decision win as well.
I look at the different aspects of the fight, how to corner and where the fighters are in their respective careers.
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The Brazilians are taking over the stadium scene in Bangkok and Leo Sessegolo is leading the charge. An experienced fighter out of Sasiprapra gym he is now a trainer at Phuket Fight Club. He has led his fighters to WBC belts, Thailand National belts, and solid rankings at the main stadiums.
In the Pick a fight Leo and I talk about the upcoming WBC Diamond belt between Luis Cajaiba and Valentine Thibaut. The bout will be held on the 24thof Lumpinee. *Note weigh ins for the bout will be held the day before the match.
Listen as we talk about fight development and growing fighter’s careers.
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Sponsorship: The Promotion with Sy Nadji
Final episode in Sponsorship Series 4 of 4
In this episode of On Fighting in Thailand I talk to Sy Nadji of Rebellion Promotions about the sponsorship and promotions.
Sy has been running the promotion for the last 8 years and by staying true to his brand and ideals has made one of Australia’s best promotions, but as he continues to grow he must seek out higher levels of sponsorship.
Tune in to find out how Sy deals with fighters and their desire to promote on his platform, the need for a win win relationship with sponsors, and his overall media strategy.
As the sponsorship series is wrapped up the importance of relationships, a long term strategy and investment is touched on.
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In this episode I talk to Tim Fisher of Revolution Gym in Phuket about gym sponsorship.
-This was part 2 in the 4 part series on sponsorship. If you haven’t already check out episode 1 in which I interview Yolanda Schmidt about Athlete sponsorship.
The difference between sponsorship and a fight team is quickly made clear as the veteran of the sport explains how he manages his team. Fisher discusses what it takes to get on the team, developing a fight team, how to correctly guide a fighter, and the recent WBC bout between Luis Cajaiba and Chadd Collins.
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In this episode I talk to Michael Reid, a veteran IFMA referee and judge.
We discuss the development of Muay Thai in Canada, IFMA scoring, being outclassed and IFMA and the possibility of Muay Thai getting into the Olympics.
In the pick a fight I go over Seksan versus Rottang.
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In this episode I talk to USMF Team Manager, Desiree Brandt. The co-owner of Dan's gym in Arizona discusses the pay to play model, how the USA team has been so successful, getting into the Olympics and other important topics in the Muay Thai world.
In the pick a fight segment I go over the upcoming bout between Rodtang Jitmuangnon and Seksan Or Kwanmuang on August 16th in Southern Thailand.
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In this episode I talk to USMF (United States Muay Thai Federation) President Michael Chase Corley who just came back from the most successful World Championship games to date. The team picked up 6 medals at the IFMA (International Federation of Muay Thai Associations) tournament.
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In this episode founder of popular equipment company Infightstyle, Andrew Aylen, comes to talk about Sponsorship.
We go over what athletes give and get for their sponsorships, the talent that gets chosen for the relationship and the development of his brick and mortar shop in Bangkok at FA Group gym. The company is growing rapidly and recently inked a deal with Reebok.
In our pick a fight we discuss the upcoming bout between Petchmorrakot Petchyindee and Giorgio Petroysan on ONE Championship July 12th2019.
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In this episode of On Fighting in Thailand pro Muay Thai fighter Yolanda Schmidt comes to talk about sponsorship. This rarely discussed topic is pivotal for aiding fighters in their careers.
Having obtained 4 sponsorships over the course of her career she talks about how she obtained, retains, and what she gets and gives for her sponsors.
Also on the episode Yolanda and I talk about the upcoming Stamp Fairtex vs Alma Juniku fight.
This is part 1 of 4 in a series on sponsorship.
Note: After the interview Yolanda switched her decision to side with mine. Tune in to find out what's happening in this podcast. Also heads up I’ll be releasing the Patreon soon.
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In the 2nd episode of On Fighting in Thailand, Isaan is looked at. The rural north east region of Thailand is the heart of Muay Thai in the country.
Host Matt Lucas got to talk with gym owner, journalist and former pro Muay Thai fighter Frances Watthanaya. The owner of Wor Watthanay gym in Phutthaisong is a veteran of over 40 fights, the majority in Thailand.
She now runs and operates the gym which hosts a slew of young fighters. Listen as we discuss
-Wages in the sport and in the region
-Side bets
-The levels of fighters in Thailand
-Cornering and changing game plans in bouts
-Fighter management
In Pick a Fight, we discuss the ONE Championship tournament along with the upcoming WBC World Title bout between Chadd Collins from Australia/Revolution Gym and Luis Kaijaba from Brazil/Phuket Fight Club
The first episode of On Fighting In Thailand goes over the basics: Matt Lucas' background, Purse size in Thailand, and 'Pick A Fight' - The ONE Championship tournament.