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Pornpetch and Monkhao Impress with Knockout Wins in Opening of 25th True Muay Thai Tiger Cement Tournament

Fightsport01 Feb 2026 16:53 GMT+7

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Pornpetch and Monkhao Impress with Knockout Wins in Opening of 25th True Muay Thai Tiger Cement Tournament

"Pornpetch" displayed fresh form by knocking out "Monkhao" with a decisive punch in the 3rd round, opening the 25th True Muay Thai Tiger Cement Tournament in impressive fashion. (Note: "มอญขาว" is a fighter's name, translated as "Monkhao" here.)Tags: Muay Thai, Boxing, Sports, Tournament, Knockout, Thailand


On 1 February 2026, the 25th True Muay Thai Tiger Cement Tournament held Group B's round of 16 matches. Before the fights, Mr. Jamorn Lekakul, representing Tiger Cement, honored the fighters by placing flower garlands on both pairs as a gesture of encouragement. The first bout featured Pornpetch from Top Fairy Gym against Phetanan Suan Nam Tharkiri at 116 pounds, while the second was between Khundech P.Pimorn and Monkhao Cement Dee, also at 116 pounds. Both matches saw fierce exchanges in the ring, thrilling Thai and international fans who cheered enthusiastically.Tags: Muay Thai, Sports Event, Boxing, Thailand, Tiger Cement Tournament


In the first fight, Pornpetch of Top Fairy Gym faced Phetanan Suan Nam Tharkiri. In the first round, Pornpetch aggressively advanced, landing a right kick to the body and pushing Phetanan off balance. The fight intensified as Pornpetch delivered a sharp front leg kick that startled Phetanan. Seizing the moment, Pornpetch repeated a powerful right kick to Phetanan's left leg, causing Phetanan to fall, prompting the referee to count to ten. Pornpetch won by technical knockout in the second round, marking a splendid opening victory.Tags: Fight Analysis, Muay Thai, Knockout, Sports


In the second bout, Khundech P.Pimorn fought against Monkhao Cement Dee. The first round saw Monkhao, who is short and stocky, advancing with left body kicks. Khundech waited for an opening to land a right kick but was unclear, while Monkhao countered with a right kick and punches. By the middle of the third round, Monkhao delivered a strong right front leg kick that floored Khundech, prompting an eight-count from the referee. Khundech tried to press forward with kicks and knees, but Monkhao timed a right hook perfectly, striking Khundech's chin and causing him to fall, leading to a ten-count. Monkhao won by technical knockout in the third round.Tags: Muay Thai, Match Summary, Knockout, Sports


Regarding the 25th True Muay Thai Tiger Cement Tournament's Group C round of 16, the first fights will feature Superbon T.Phitakchai against Yokphan Chang Nakhon Si at 116 pounds, and Dechochai Rachanont versus Wuttidej S. Detthamrong, also at 116 pounds. Both matches will showcase powerful punches and traditional Muay Thai techniques to Thai and international spectators. The bouts are scheduled for Saturday, 7 February 2026, at Channel 7 HD Stadium, with live broadcasts on Channel 7 HD starting at 14:30 GMT+7.Tags: Muay Thai, Sports Schedule, Tournament, Broadcast, Thailand