WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – Iggy Phillips made history on May 27, 2025, at the Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua, capturing the inaugural WBC MuayThai New Zealand Light Heavyweight Pro title with a thrilling performance that lived up to the pre-fight hype.
Facing off against a determined Chris Scanlan in front of a packed crowd, Phillips wasted no time setting a blistering pace. His power and precision were immediately evident as he dropped Scanlan with a flurry of heavy shots in the opening round, forcing the referee to issue an 8-count.
Round two opened with the same relentless energy, as both fighters stood toe-to-toe, exchanging powerful strikes that had the arena crowd roaring. But it was Phillips’ sustained aggression and clean execution that proved decisive.
A final barrage of punches left Scanlan unable to beat the count, sealing a knockout victory for Phillips and crowning him as the first-ever WBC MuayThai New Zealand Light Heavyweight Pro Champion.
Promoted by Mark Hampton under the Capital Punishment 73 banner, the bout showcased the elite level of New Zealand’s MuayThai talent and the excitement surrounding WBC-sanctioned events in the region.
Promotion: Capital Punishment 73
Promoter: Mark Hampton
City: Porirua, New Zealand
Venue: Te Rauparaha Arena
Date: May 27, 2025
Photo Credit: Yams Media
Congratulations to both athletes for delivering an unforgettable contest and helping to elevate the MuayThai scene in Aotearoa.