The historic Lumpinee Stadium, the spiritual home of Muaythai, has become the beating heart of Southeast Asia as the 33rd SEA Games Muaythai competition officially began.

Muaythai began with a beautiful opening ceremony honoring all participating countries, showcasing the unity and spirit of Southeast Asia. The athlete’s oath, proudly delivered by the Philippines, the coach’s oath represented by Myanmar, and the official’s oath by Thailand, reflected the values of respect, fair play, and integrity that lie at the heart of the Games. This symbolic moment set the tone for the competition, reminding everyone that beyond the pursuit of medals, the SEA Games are a celebration of friendship, culture, and shared passion for sport. Day 1 delivered an electrifying start, with both male and female -/athletes showcasing not only their strength and perseverance, but most importantly, their heart in the quest for gold.

Thailand Leads the Way

Team Thailand set the tone early, achieving a perfect 3/3 wins, while strong performances also came from Singapore, Vietnam, and Laos, proving that the competition will be fierce across the divisions.

Female Divisions

  • 48kg Division: Thailand’s Asian Youth Gold Medalist, Niracha Tangchio continued her winning streak, displaying her trademark long knees and clinch control to overcome her opponent Oo May Thing Zar from Myanmar. Her dominance secured her place in the semi-finals.
  • 54kg Division: In one of the most anticipated bouts, Allysa Kyllie Mallarie (PHI) faced off against Ginny Teo (SGP). Mallarie from the Philippines fought with heart, but Ginny’s strength and composure carried her through all three rounds, earning her a decisive victory.

Male Divisions

  • Exciting Clash – Laos vs Thailand: A standout match saw a talented Khampha Theuasavang from Laos showcase impeccable timing and fight IQ against a CISM gold medalist from Thailand, Thongchai Huanak. It was the most thrilling contest of the day, with Thailand narrowly edging out Laos thanks to relentless knees and a strong clinch game.
  • Senior 71kg Division: In another clash of titans, Malaysia’s Mohamad Shahrul Hakim Bin went toe-to-toe with Singapore’s Jeryl Khoo. Both athletes demonstrated immense heart and determination, but it was Singapore’s Jeryl Khoo who emerged victorious, advancing to the semi-finals.

A Historic Start

The atmosphere inside Lumpinee Stadium was electric, as athletes from across Southeast Asia stepped into the ring of legends. Day 1 proved that the SEA Games Muaythai competition is not only a test of skill and strength, but also a celebration of heritage, respect, and unity.

With more action to come, the stage is set for unforgettable battles and inspiring performances as athletes continue their journey toward gold.

Chok Dee to all competitors — the road to glory has begun at Lumpinee Stadium.