WPMF
 www.worldmuaythai.org |
The World Professional Muaythai Federation (WPMF) was formed on 23rd November 2002 by the Professional Boxing Association of Thailand (PAT). The PAT is the only officially recognized association of Professional Muaythai by the Government of Thailand and has also become a member of the WPMF. The WPMF was established with the objective to promote the sport of professional Muaythai throughout the world. The WPMF is committed to support the art of Muaythai and to uphold the high standards of the sport by following the rules and regulations of Muaythai. The WPMF will stand for justice for Muaythai internationally and will operate the professional Muaythai activities fairly and without any political purposes. The aim of the WPMF is to promote unity among all Muaythai practitioners all over the world. |
One Muaythai Day
On April 9 Phon Martdee had a meeting with the WPMF (World Professional Muaythai Federation ) in Bangkok in regarding the organisation of a WPMF tournament for “ONE MUAYTHAI DAY” (Naye Khanom Tom Day) celebrated in Thailand on April 28 in Angthong Province. Also, the WPMF World title was telecast live on Thai TV 7 and on the internet.
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West Australian Duo Shine at Thailand's Historic Annual King's Birthday Celebrations
On the 4th of December 2005 at Bangkok's premier landmark Sanam Luang; A Mega Muay Thai Gala was held in respects and celebration of Thailand's King Bhumipol Adulyadej, backed up by The King Great Rama IV Foundation, Lumpinee's elite Petchyindee Promotions and the World Professional Muay Thai Federation (WPMF). The Gala consisted of a 70 kilogram 8 Man Eliminator Tournament and a convincingly ecstatic set of support bouts.
The 8 man Eliminator consisted of fighters from around the globe aiming at winning the million baht prize and being crowned the King's Birthday Celebrations Champion.
Big names included Thailand's Samkor Kiatmonthep, Japan's K-1 Max Super fighter Kinami, England's Phil Mcalpine, Western Australia's very own Jason Lea from Odine's, Bunbury and various others representing Belarus, Russia, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands.
With Jason Lea taking it to his Dutch opponent with devastating low kicks and solid hands unfortunately the judges saw the decision go to the other fighter in a very narrow loss. With the Dutch man advancing to the next round he became the next victim of Samkor's hard left kicks which he couldn't seem to answer with anything.
Samkor Kiatmonthep went through to the final to battle it out with England's Mcalpine taking the Championship Title and earning himself the honour of the nation as millions watched on channel 7 national TV.
Two WPMF World titles were also contested on the night with Japan's Masa Hiroshima beating England's Lee Colville and Slovakia's Rudolf Durica outclassing Belarus's Andrea Kulebin retaining their Supreme world title belts.
The undercard saw Austrlia's David Ziarno from Phon's Thai Martial Arts take on Japan's Shinoki in a hard fought and action packed bout. From the third round onwards Ziarno sliced and diced with repeatedly thrown elbows to Shinoki's face and head. With each blow; the crowd roared as the Jap narrowly held on to get ahead on the judge's scorecards and be awarded the victory. Ziarno had lost the fight but had won the heart of fans as they applauded and smilingly shook his gloves upon exiting the ring.
Other super bouts saw Thai Legend Somrak Kamsing finish off Canada's Jovan Stringer in the third round with a class spinning elbow.
A great and memorable event it was which should allow everyone who took part in it; to take great pride.
Get ready for the next great event scheduled for 2006 with another big bounty of 1 million baht prize money for the champion of the 70 kilogram 8 Man Eliminator.
Congratulations to the honourable Mr. Somsak Thepsutin for being elected as the new WPMF President replacing Mr. Somchart Charoenwacharawit at the Annual WPMF World Congress on the 4th of December 2005.
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David Ziarno serves it up to Japan's Shinoki |
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David Ziarno serves it up to Japan's Shinoki |
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David Ziarno serves it up to Japan's Shinoki |
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Australia's Jason Lea Ready for battle in the 8 man eliminator |
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Australia's King's Cup Muay Thai Team 2005 |
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Congress and Elections |
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Congress and Elections in Progress |
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David Ziarno and Pamorn Martdee at the scales |
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David Ziarno, Pamorn and Jakawan Martdee Pre-Fight |
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Europes Representatives at Sanam Luang |
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Former President Mr. Somchart Jaroenwacharawit and New President Somsak Thepsutin |
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Full house at Sanam Luang 4 December 2005 |
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Jason Lea and Samkor Kiatmonthep |
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Jason Lea tipping the scales |
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Phon Martdee and David Ziarno set to go |
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Phon Martdee and Gary O'dine in Congress |
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Phon Martdee removes David Ziarno's Mongkhon |
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Snapshot of the blockbuster event |
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Thailand's Big Future Prospect |
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Thailand's Legendary Samkor Kiatmonthep |
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To the rafters 4 December 2005 |
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V.I.P. at the 4 December Muay Thai Gala |
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WPMF CONGRESS AND ELECTIONS 2005 |
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Ziarno's Ram Muay up against Japan's Shinoki |
Organising the King's Birthday Celebrations December 4, 2005.
Dinner Meeting to organise this great event and also the King's Birthday Celebrations December 4, 2005.
FROM LEFT - PHON MARTDEE, SOMCHART JAROENWACHARAWIT, MERRECK FROM CZECH REPUBLIC, DR. JARINT SUANGAEW (president of The Great Rama IX Foundation), VIRAT PETCHYINDEE (PETCHYINDEE PROMOTIONS LUMPINEE STADIUM) AND SUEDJAI (SIAM OMNOI TV3 STADIUM)
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World Professional MuayThai Federation Letter. Regarding new Gala event rules and details. |