Syrian strongman Fadi Issa took a judo silver medal home from the recent Jakarta International Open 2023. In doing so, Issa returned to triumphant form in the sport in which he made his name, after successful sojourns into the boxing, kickboxing and MMA rings.
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Overall, he’s a champion: Thrilling finish to SEA FC Homeland
The experienced and respected Singapore-based American Major Overall had to contend with a late change of opponent, but stayed focused and grabbed the opportunity to showcase his skills against a game co-challenger in SEA FC’s first branded championship fight.
Weerachai and Baki crowned first bareknuckle muay Thai world champions
True sports history was made inside Bangkok’s World Siam Stadium on December 16 when the first ever champions of bareknuckle muay Thai were crowned.
Boxing’s exhibition trend: 10 recent bouts ranked from least worst to very worst
Manny Pacquiao is the latest ageing boxing star to join the exhibition circuit, against South Korean martial artist/Youtube influencer DK Yoo. Here are 10 of the most high-profile – and most disappointing – exhibition matches of recent times.
MWC launches world’s first bareknuckle muay Thai promotion
Mongkol Thai Boxing, one of the world’s most respected fight sports brands, has announced the launch of the world’s first bare knuckle muay Thai promotion, with its debut event emanating from Bangkok on December 16.
Jon Nutt suffers for his art at Fight Circus IV
Nutt didn’t have to fight this past Saturday night. Especially, he didn’t have to fight two younger men at the same time. Especially, since despite having his own legitimate martial credentials, he’s now in his mid-40s and several years removed from competition. But fight he did, in an “MMAsymmetrical match”.
28 Tyson Fury matches that would be more interesting than Chisora III
Fury-Chisora III has precisely no intrigue, no intangibles, nothing with which to sow even the smallest seeds of uncertainty, not even the curiosity value of an unknown opponent. So, who might have been a more marketable foe for Fury? Here are TWENTY EIGHT suggestions.
Rockie Bactol: ‘I’m a warrior, not a pretty boy!’
Rockie Bactol steps into the MMA ring for TFC (Thailand Fighting Championship) this Friday vowing to put on a show for what he says is his favourite promotion.
Bactol conquers Alexander in TFC 6 main event
Bactol says he feels comfortable in his new division, and that a newfound discipline and calm will be key to taking his career to the next level.
8 crazy ideas for boxing with a Fight Circus twist
Could Mike Tyson win a Royal Rumble? I haven’t given it serious thought since I was 14, but Fight Circus has fired my imagination once more and I’m beginning to contemplate the possibilities.
Business no longer unfinished: SEA FC Fight Night III
Daniel Dorrer took little more than two minutes to simultaneously earn his spot atop the SEA FC MMA rankings and restore his lustre following the controversies of SEA FC Fight Night II.
Heavyweight eliminator tops bill at SEA FC Fight Night III
South East Asia Fighting Championship (SEA FC) brings its peculiar breed of mayhem back to Bangkok this Saturday night with a fascinating card that brings together fan favourites, new faces, old rivalries and quirky concepts. Topping the bill is a final eliminator for SEA FC’s inaugural championship, in a move that lays the foundations for some big plans.
Front Page Fight Sports teams with South East Asia Fighting Championship
Ahead of its third event, scheduled for May 14, South East Asia Fighting Championship (SEA FC) has chosen Front Page Fight Sports to handle its press and PR. SEA FC was founded in Bangkok in 2021 by Nicholas Lee, former ONE Championship veteran and owner of Yorky MMA, in partnership with Paolo Vettore of Martial Arts Thailand.
How I was snared by a conman, and why I couldn’t get out
Pro boxer Paul Peers on how Charles Russo cost him money, friends and credibility
Tangmo sets sights on wrestling world
Popular multi-sport veteran Tinnakorn “Tangmo” Sirrikul is turning his attentions to the wrestling ring in what would be the realisation of a childhood dream – and a nightmare for anyone unfortunate enough to lock up with the 135kg powerhouse.