Muaythai Canada continues to rise as a powerhouse in the Pan American region under the visionary leadership of Kru Alin Halmăgean. With momentum building, the federation recently hosted the prestigious Pan American Championships in Ontario—an event that was widely praised for its world-class organization and electric atmosphere.
A major highlight of the championship was the WMC Pan American title bout, featuring one of the most anticipated matchups in recent memory: Canada vs. Mexico.
Representing Canada was Regan Gowing, a two-time North American Champion and currently ranked #4 in the WMC World Rankings. Facing her was Melissa Delgado of Mexico, the reigning WMC Mexican Champion and IFMA Pan American Champion.’
The five-round clash lived up to the hype, delivering high-level technique, heart, and the signature intensity of elite Muaythai. Regan Gowing delivered a masterclass performance, showcasing the full arsenal of the sport’s “eight limbs”—punches, kicks, elbows, and knees. Backed by a sold-out crowd, she edged out Delgado in a thrilling contest that demonstrated why female Muaythai continues to captivate audiences around the world.
Post-fight, Gowing described the moment as a “dream come true.” A World Games medalist and now the WMC Pan American Champion, she has set her sights on the biggest prize of all: the WMC World Title Belt.
Kru Alin Halmăgean highlighted the significance of Canada’s involvement with a structured global body like IFMA, under which the WMC operates. This affiliation provides Canadian athletes with a clear developmental path from grassroots to international stages, including Olympic-sanctioned events and world championship opportunities.
With stars like Regan Gowing leading the charge, and a strong foundation laid by Muaythai Canada’s leadership, the future of the sport in the nation—and the region—has never looked brighter.
