Global Highlights, Champion Triumphs, and Event Recaps
The month of May brought a wave of action-packed bouts, championship milestones, and international recognition for athletes and officials under the banner of the World Boxing Council MuayThai. From Europe to Asia and the Americas, the global MuayThai community continued to thrive. Here’s a summary of key moments from May 2025.
Cluj-Napoca Hosts Multiple WBC Title Contests
Romania’s Cluj-Napoca served as the center stage for a thrilling two-day MuayThai festival on May 30–31. Headlining the action, Antonio Dimancea defended his WBC Super Welterweight national title against Azizi Zakaria. The event also featured Raul Avram versus Tudor Cîmpean in an U18 National Super Middleweight title bout and a compelling amateur contest between Moga Eduard and Lupu Razvan. The event showcased Romania’s growing stature in the international MuayThai circuit.
Federico Mazza Claims Mediterranean Crown in Italy
On May 24 in Padova, Italy, Federico Mazza earned a dominant victory at WMT Kombat 2, stopping fellow champion Cosimo Rigovacca in the third round with a powerful head kick. The win secured Mazza the WBC Mediterranean Welterweight title in what was hailed as one of the most exciting bouts of the year.
Abraham Vidales Castro Honored in Mexico
Mexico’s Abraham Vidales Castro was awarded the WBC MuayThai Nai Khanom Tom Accolade after his commanding performance against Ethan Geffen (USA) at Kingdom Fight Night in Monterrey. The accolade recognizes exceptional skill and the embodiment of MuayThai’s traditional values, further cementing Vidales’ legacy in the sport.
Iggy Phillips Makes History in New Zealand
In a historic showdown on May 27 at Capital Punishment 73 in Porirua, Iggy Phillips defeated Chris Scanlan by knockout to become the inaugural WBC MuayThai New Zealand Light Heavyweight Professional Champion. The victory was celebrated as a major milestone for MuayThai in Oceania.
Singapore Hosts Third EFC MuayThai Festival
The Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore proudly hosted EFC Muay Thai Festival 3 on May 24, welcoming a packed card of elite contests. Singapore’s Ginni captured the WBC MuayYing accolade, while Thailand’s Petchlamsin triumphed in a thrilling rematch against Wanchalerm to take home the WBC Nai Khanom Tom Challenge title. The event underscored the sport’s growing influence across Southeast Asia.
Naomi Ridley Captures WBC International Title
On May 10 in Leeds, England, Naomi Ridley claimed the vacant WBC International Super-Lightweight Title after a hard-fought unanimous decision victory over Poland’s Emilia Krupczak. Ridley’s tactical prowess and relentless drive were on full display in a bout that drew significant attention from the European MuayThai community.
Thai Ambassador Presents Certificates to Ring Officials in Singapore
Her Excellency Mrs. Ureerat Chareontoh, Ambassador of Thailand to Singapore, presided over a special ceremony on May 30 to present WBC MuayThai certification to ring officials who completed the organization’s professional development program. The event marked another step in WBC MuayThai’s commitment to upholding global standards in officiating.
Looking Ahead: Amazing MuayThai World Festival Approaches
All eyes now turn to Verona, Italy, for the 2025 Amazing MuayThai World Festival, taking place from June 25–29. The landmark event will welcome over 1,600 participants, including 892 fighters from 71 countries. The festival will feature WBC World Championship bouts, cultural showcases, seminars, and a celebration of MuayThai’s global impact.
Upcoming Global Title Fights
June 8: Antonio Orden vs. Takuma Ota – WBC Featherweight World Title, Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan June 25–29: Amazing MuayThai World Festival – Verona, Italy August 8–10: MuayThai at the 2025 World Games – Chengdu, China
For continuous updates and official news, follow WBC MuayThai on www.wbcmuaythai.com and visit the official Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/wbcmuaythai/profilecard/?igsh=MTVkNGdkNjAyczlxdg==