The Youth World Championships may have concluded, but the momentum of Muaythai is far from slowing down.
This week, events are taking place across five continents, reflecting the global heartbeat of our sport. From grassroots leagues to professional bouts, national training programs to Olympic Committee–backed showcases, Muaythai continues to connect communities worldwide under the banner of One World, One Muaythai.
Pan American Championships – Mexico
Date: Ongoing
Location: Mexico
The Pan American Championships take center stage this week, uniting athletes from across the Americas for continental glory. Serving as the premier stage for the region, the championship is a vital opportunity for nations to come together, showcase their talent, and celebrate the values of Muaythai. The event stands as a milestone in the Pan American Muaythai calendar, with high-level competition and cultural exchange woven together throughout the week.
Professional Muaythai Match – Lebanon
Date: September 27, 2025
Location: Lebanon
A highly anticipated rematch as Ibn Tripoli Majd Rahmoun faces Elias Ghazali in the 62kg weight class. Rahmoun, a Lebanese international champion with 36 professional fights, will look to even the score against Ghazali, the Malaysian-American athlete who defeated him two years ago. With Ghazali carrying an undefeated 4–0 record in ONE Championship, this professional bout promises to be a contest of experience versus momentum.
National Staff Training Consultation – Poland
Date: September 26–28, 2025
Location: COS OPO Wałcz, Poland
The Polish Muaythai Association (PZMT) will host a national training consultation for junior and senior athletes, gathering the nation’s top talent for three days of high-level preparation. Supported by the Ministry of Sport and Tourism, the event emphasizes skill development, technical growth, and readiness for both national and international competition.
SMTA Muaythai League Season Opener – Slovakia
Date: September 21, 2025
Location: Nové Mesto nad Váhom, Slovakia
The SMTA Muaythai League begins its 2025/2026 season, continuing to provide a vital grassroots platform for Slovak athletes. Featuring amateur bouts across divisions under official Muaythai rules, the league nurtures young talent while promoting sportsmanship and community development.
MANA FC Whakapapa – New Zealand
Date: September 27, 2025
Location: New Zealand
New Zealand’s Muaythai community comes together for MANA FC Whakapapa, featuring a stacked card of top domestic talent. The headline bout sees Leon Pettifer (Evolution Muaythai) take on Dane Edge South (Lee Gar), alongside several high-profile co-main events and an NZ Title clash between Ravyn Simpson (ROA) and Katie McLiver (City Lee Gar). With rising stars across the undercard, the event underlines New Zealand’s growing Muaythai scene.
Uzbekistan Cup for Muaythai – Uzbekistan
Date: September 2025
Location: Uzbekistan
The Uzbekistan Cup gathers athletes from across the country, providing a platform for national competition and the identification of future international representatives. As one of Uzbekistan’s most significant domestic tournaments, it highlights both performance and the continued development of Muaythai in Central Asia.
National Muaythai Course – Senegal
Date: September 22–27, 2025
Location: Dakar, Senegal
Organized by the Senegalese Muaythai Association in collaboration with the Royal Thai Embassy, this national course includes capacity-building sessions for athletes, coaches, children, and women. With training, educational sessions, and cultural exchanges, the course is part of Senegal’s long-term strategy to strengthen Muaythai across the nation.
COB EXPO Muaythai Festival & Ambassador Cup – Brazil
Date: September 24–28, 2025
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
The Brazilian Olympic Committee hosts the 3rd edition of COB EXPO, the largest Olympic sport fair in Latin America. For the first time, the Brazilian Traditional Muaythai Confederation (CBMTT) will be featured, presenting two major events:
- Muaythai Festival – gathering 300 children from the Gloves of Hope Project, inspired by IFMA’s Muaythai Is Our Gang.
- Thai-Brazil Connection & Ambassador Cup – a unique collaboration with the Royal Thai Embassy and the National Olympic Committee of Thailand.
The event underscores Muaythai’s recognition within the Olympic family in Brazil and highlights the sport’s commitment to youth, community, and international friendship.
A Truly Global Week
From the Pan American Championships in Mexico to the Ambassador Cup in Brazil, from grassroots leagues in Europe to professional bouts in Lebanon and New Zealand, and from national development initiatives in Africa and Asia, Muaythai continues to demonstrate its universal reach and unifying power.
This week, more than ever, the IFMA family proves we are One World, One Muaythai.
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