From national team selections in Thailand to youth tournaments in Europe, Muaythai continues to grow on every level across the globe. This week window on the IFMA calendar reflects what makes our sport unique—cultural depth, youth empowerment, high-performance structure, and community impact.

🇹🇭 Thailand National Championships
Thailand’s elite returned to Bangkok for the 2025 National Championships—an event that doubled as the final qualifier for the IFMA Senior World Championships in Antalya. Pro-level fighters like Thananchai, Mongkutpetch, Kamlaipetch, and Kullanat added gold to their legacy, while new talent emerged from every region. With sold-out crowds and national pride on the line, the road to Antalya officially begins here.

🇦🇲 Yerevan Open International Championship – Armenia
Held under the patronage of the Armenian National Olympic Committee, this event brings together domestic and international athletes to Yerevan for a showcase of skill and sportsmanship. Armenia’s commitment to developing Muaythai at all levels continues to grow through structured, high-quality events like this.

🇹🇷 Türkiye Inter-University Muaythai Championship
University athletes from across Türkiye gathered in Hatay from April 27 to May 2. Organized under the national university sports federation and supported by the Türkiye Muaythai Federation, this championship spotlights the next generation of fighters rising through the academic system.

🇧🇾 Lida Castle Cup – Belarus
Held inside the historic Lida Castle, this national tournament connects tradition and competition. The Belarusian Federation organized the event on May 1–2, welcoming athletes from across the republic to one of the most symbolically rich venues in Eastern Europe.

🇷🇺 Sverdlovsk Muaythai Tournament – Russia
Taking place in Verkhnyaya Pyshma as part of the Ural Martial Arts Youth Games, this regional event brought out top young athletes from across Russia. Hosted at the SAMBO and Martial Arts Palace, the tournament plays a key role in national team development.

🇮🇳 WMC India Ranking Series 18 & All India Open Championship
Held at Indore Public School from May 1–3, the WMC India Ranking Series 18 serves both as a national competition and athlete development platform. Sanctioned by WMC India and organized by the MP Muaythai Association, the event helps fighters earn their place in the national rankings.

🇲🇾 Tyt Cup & Borneo Cup 2025 – Malaysia
Sarawak welcomed fighters for the regional Tyt Cup and Borneo Cup 2025, running from May 1–4. This dual tournament gives a vital platform to athletes in East Malaysia and the broader Borneo region to compete and grow.

🇲🇾 Setiu Championship – Malaysia
A local Muaythai competition focused on youth and amateur development, the Setiu Championship (May 2–3) showcases rising athletes while strengthening Malaysia’s grassroots infrastructure.

🇦🇺 SRG Promotions: WMC Australian Title Bout
Sydney hosted the first WMC event of the year with a main event between Allegra Vickas and Brittany Thomas. Sanctioned by WMC and MTA (IFMA’s recognized federation in Australia), the event was a clash of styles and a celebration of homegrown talent returning from Thailand.

🇨🇿 Kids Muaythai Challenge – Czech Republic
The KMTCH youth event brought together young fighters from Bohemia and Moravia for a development-focused day of action. These kinds of tournaments keep Muaythai growing where it matters most—at the grassroots level.

From Bangkok to Borneo, Sydney to Sarawak, the global rhythm of Muaythai continues. One world. One Muaythai.