Thailand sets record for world’s largest Muay Thai ceremony
A meeting of 3,660 boxers performed a mass Muay Thai ceremony in Prachuap Khiri Khan February 6.
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First round Thai TKO a historic win for Kun Khmer exponent Samnang
The well-regarded Carpenter has previously claimed three titles in Thailand, most notable the International Boxing Federation Muay Thai title in 2018.
Rugby Sevens set to return to Hong Kong after five months
The men's and women's teams of Hong Kong and China will appear side by side for the first time in an HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series event.
China wins two golds at Short-Track Speed Skating World Cup
The Chinese team of Li Wenlong, Lin Xiaojun, Liu Guanyi and Zhong Yuchen won the men's 5,000m relay, ahead of Japan and Hungary.
Danelle Tan becomes the first female Singaporean to play in a European league
Danelle Tan is only 18 but the teenager has already notched several milestones as she continues to blaze a trail in the sport.
Young sailors make waves in Hainan
A big attraction for water sports enthusiasts from all over the country, the strait has a narrow surface and rapid currents.
Sports Budget has increased almost three times since 2014: PM Modi
He expressed his view that sports in India are finally being viewed from the athlete’s perspective rather than a political one.
Hooliganism still haunts Indonesian soccer
The country is set to host the U-20 FIFA soccer world cup in May at six different venues across the country, and has officially announced its bid to host the 2036 Olympics.
Thailand to boycott SEA Games Muay Thai after Cambodia changes name
Cambodia last month removed all reference to Muay Thai from the kickboxing schedule, sparking a backlash among Thailand’s Muay Thai associations.
First Khmer boxer off to China; France, Europe, US fights beckon
SEA Games silver medalist Panha will face off in a February 3 international friendly match with a Chinese fighter in the 67kg weight class.