"Thailand" from S. Rungsak ended the fight by knocking out "Big Boss" from Sit Erawan in the second round, advancing in the 25th Tiger Cement Muay Thai True Breed Tournament, D Bracket, Match 2.
The 25th Tiger Cement Muay Thai True Breed Tournament, held at Channel 7 HD Boxing Stadium on 22 Mar 2026 GMT+7, featured the second match of the D Bracket round of 16. Before the fights, Mr. Thanomchai Butrwong, director of Thanomchai Wood Trading from Phitsanulok (Tiger Cement representative), along with Mr. Songdej Srichanaon, executive of MTS Concrete from Uthai Thani (Tiger Cement representative), honored the fighters by placing garlands on them as a sign of encouragement. The two bouts were Big Boss Sit Erawan versus Thailand S. Rungsak at 116 pounds, and Yodphet PK.Sia Tom T.K. Auto Parts against Saengthongnoi Saengthong Gas also at 116 pounds. Both pairs entered the ring and exchanged fierce attacks, creating an exciting atmosphere. Fans, both Thai and foreign, gathered closely around the ring, cheering enthusiastically.
In the first bout, Big Boss Sit Erawan faced Thailand S. Rungsak. Big Boss is a tall fighter known for strong right kicks in close combat, while Thailand is a southpaw with powerful kicks and punches. The loser would be eliminated, and the winner would advance. Thailand took the initiative, landing solid left kicks to Big Boss’s ribs with audible impact. Big Boss responded with right kicks, though less effectively. The fight ended in the second round when Thailand landed a right kick followed by punches and clinched knees, including a left hook that struck Big Boss’s chin, causing him to fall and receive an eight-count from the referee. Thailand pressed the advantage, unleashing a combination of punches and knees, and Big Boss fell again, prompting the referee to count to ten. Thailand won by TKO in the second round and advanced, while Big Boss was eliminated.
In the second match, Yodphet PK.Sia Tom T.K. Auto Parts fought Saengthongnoi Saengthong Gas, with the winner advancing directly to the top 8, while the loser would still continue in the competition. Saengthongnoi, an orthodox fighter, opened aggressively with strong right kicks to the body. Yodphet, a southpaw, countered with left kicks to the ribs but less effectively. Saengthongnoi continued to press forward with powerful right kicks, clinching, knees, punches, and elbows, visibly unsettling Yodphet. The fight clearly favored Saengthongnoi, especially with his solid right kicks to the ribs. Toward the end, Yodphet, realizing he was behind, threw only light punches, which were ineffective throughout the round. Saengthongnoi won by a wide points margin and advanced to the top 8, while Yodphet, despite losing, remained in the tournament.
Regarding the 25th Tiger Cement Muay Thai True Breed Tournament, A Bracket, Match 3, fighters are advised to prepare physically and train fully to get ready for the upcoming bout. They will showcase the art of Muay Thai to both Thai and international fans. Spectators can anticipate an intense and fierce contest, with the winner to be declared by the referee's decision. Fans of the Tiger Cement tournament are encouraged to come support their favorites and cheer passionately at the Channel 7 HD Boxing Stadium on Sunday, 12 Apr 2026 GMT+7. The event will be broadcast live on Channel 7 HD starting from 14:30 GMT+7. Muay Thai fans nationwide should not miss this.