COVER STORY
THE 2026 AMAZING MUAYTHAI WORLD FESTIVAL
Bangkok, Thailand | June 25–29, 2026
The world’s largest international MuayThai festival returned to Bangkok with record participation and unforgettable competition.
Hosted at Nimibutr Arena, with the spectacular Opening Ceremony at the legendary Rajadamnern Stadium, the festival welcomed athletes, coaches, officials and supporters from around the globe for five days celebrating the Art of Eight Limbs.
Festival Highlights
• Athletes representing more than 70 countries
• Four days of international competition
• Seven competition rings operating simultaneously
• Hundreds of medal contests across youth and adult divisions
• Traditional Wai Kru performances
• Parade of Nations
• Official launch of the Digital Athlete ID
• Closing Night featuring three WBC MuayThai World Championship contests
The festival once again proved why Bangkok remains the true home of international MuayThai.
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT
The Amazing MuayThai World Festival concluded with a spectacular evening of world-class championship action at Rajadamnern Stadium.
WBC MuayThai Diamond Championship
Sittichai Sitsongpeenong (Thailand)
vs
Luis Cajaiba (Brazil)
One of Thailand’s greatest MuayThai champions returned to compete for the prestigious WBC MuayThai Diamond Championship in front of an international audience.
WBC MuayThai Light Flyweight World Championship
Kim Townsend (Australia)
vs
Aline Seiberth (Switzerland)
Australia’s Kim Townsend defended her world championship against Switzerland’s Aline Seiberth in an exciting contest showcasing elite women’s MuayThai.
WBC MuayThai Super Featherweight World Championship
Shaday Aguilera
vs
Ludovica Ciarpaglini
Two outstanding international athletes battled for world championship glory to close an unforgettable week of competition.
WBC MUAYTHAI AROUND THE WORLD
Spain
Spain’s Alex Usieto successfully defended the WBC MuayThai Super Bantamweight World Championship after stopping Morocco’s Abdelmalik Lazizi via fourth-round TKO in Barcelona.
England
England’s Finlay Smith captured the prestigious WBC MuayThai Nai Khanom Tom International Prestige Championship with a devastating first-round knockout victory over Brazil’s Davi Beznos.
A perfectly placed left hand to the body followed by a crushing step-up knee ended the contest in spectacular fashion.
Indonesia
Indonesia continued its impressive growth in international MuayThai with successful WBC MuayThai championship activity and athlete development throughout the month.
Australia
Kim Townsend proudly represented Australia on the world stage during the Amazing MuayThai World Festival, further highlighting the continued rise of elite female MuayThai worldwide.
THAILAND YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM
Ahead of the Amazing MuayThai World Festival, WBC MuayThai proudly introduced the Thailand Youth National Team.
Following an intensive training camp, Thailand’s young athletes proudly represented their country on home soil, displaying outstanding sportsmanship, skill and respect throughout the championships.
The future of MuayThai has never looked brighter.
DIGITAL ATHLETE ID LAUNCHED
One of the biggest innovations unveiled during the festival was the official launch of the Digital Athlete ID.
Developed through the partnership between WBC MuayThai and Mingo, the Digital Athlete ID provides secure athlete verification while streamlining registration, accreditation and future international participation.
This represents another important step towards the digital future of MuayThai.
NEW MEDIA PARTNERSHIP
WBC MUAYTHAI × ARWUT FIGHT GEAR
June also saw the announcement of an exciting new media partnership between WBC MuayThai and Arwut Fight Gear.
Together, both organisations will collaborate to produce:
• Athlete features
• Exclusive interviews
• Event coverage
• Educational content
• Community initiatives
• Global promotion of MuayThai
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to growing MuayThai worldwide while supporting athletes at every level.
LOOKING AHEAD
AMAZING MUAYTHAI EUROPEAN FESTIVAL
Preparations continued throughout June for the Amazing MuayThai European Festival, taking place in Sardinia, Italy, from October 15–18, 2026.
Highlights will include:
• WBC MuayThai European Championships
• International Masterclasses
• Technical Workshops
• Cultural Exchange Programs
• Youth Development Activities
The festival promises to become Europe’s premier MuayThai celebration.
COMMUNITY
Throughout June, WBC MuayThai proudly celebrated the incredible people who make our sport possible.
We extend our sincere appreciation to:
• Athletes
• Coaches
• Officials
• Medical Teams
• National Federations
• Event Organisers
• Volunteers
• Supporters
Together, we continue building a stronger global MuayThai community founded upon Respect, Honour, Tradition and Excellence.
JULY PREVIEW
Coming next month:
• Additional WBC MuayThai World Championship action
• International title fights
• Global affiliate news
• Amazing MuayThai European Festival updates
• Rising Stars Series developments
• New international partnerships
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THE GLOBAL HOME OF MUAYTHAI
Respect • Honor • Tradition •