Tiger Muay Thai News Archive

November 18th, 2011

@UFC Star Brian Ebersole rocking the @tigermuaythai shirt in the latest @ufc_Australia magazine

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket alumni Brian Ebersole has been on a tear lately. A veteran of over 70 professional MMA fights, Ebersole is currently undefeated in the UFC with an upcoming Dec. Bout against top Canadian prospect Claude Pattrick.

Tiger Muay Thai having hosted 3 training camps for Brian Ebersole during the last 2 years, has been helping him prepare for his UFC 140 bout this December.

Showing his support for Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket, Brian Ebersole recently sported the TMT T-shirt during an instructional piece featured inside the UFC Australia magazine. Pick up your copy on newsstands now.

November 16th, 2011

International Persian Bodyguard Academy joins @tigermuaythai for some combat training

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket welcomes 20 members of the International Persian Bodyguard Academy.

Responsible for protecting several leading delegates and VIP personalities within Iran, these guys use self defense daily to protect and serve.

Already trained in weapon disarming, multiple attackers, and weapons the group has decided to use Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket as a training facility as they look to continue equipping themselves with the top self defense techniques available.

For more information on the IPBA check out their website
http://iranianbodyguard.isdsamurai.com/HomePage-en.html

November 14th, 2011

Tiger Muay Thai BJJ Black Belt Ray Elbe interviewed in current @UFC magazine

Congratulations to Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket head coach Ray Elbe on his recent appearance in the UFC Australia edition. A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Brazilian Top Team instructor Juliano Prado, Elbe has 10+ years of MMA Experience.

Working with many of the top fighters currently in the sport of MMA, Elbe has competed in over 12 different countries as a professional in either MMA, Submission Grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai.

Originally bringing the sport of MMA to Phuket in 2007, Professor Elbe has been instrumental in the pioneering of Mixed Martial Arts throughout Southeast Asia.

November 13th, 2011

@TigerMuayThai partners with leading Asian MMA promotion One Fighting Chapionship @onefcmma

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket is considered the leading Mixed Martial Arts training facility in Southeast Asia. Recognized by Muay Siam as the Number 1 Muay Thai facility in Thailand, and equipped with a wrestling program, along side a resident Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, the MMA competition team has earned a reputation of achievement in Asia.

After Tiger Muay Thai’s 12-3 record in Martial Combat during the 2010 telecast, TMT has come to an agreement with Asia’s premier fighting organization ‘The One Fighting Championship’. Joining the One FC Network TMT will now have an opportunity to work in conjunction with several of the other leading figures within the MMA industry including fight promotions;

Road FC in Korea,
Dare Championship in Thailand (which has already featured TMT fighters Ngoo Ditty, Adam Kayoom and Wiktor Svensson),
Cage Fighting Championships in Australia (which hosted TMT fighter Muhsin Corbbrey’s controversial decision loss to Adrian Pang),
URCC in the Philippines

It has also been rumored the One FC is close to singing a formal partnership with Japan’s legendary DREAM organization.

With close to 35 events planed for the One FC Network, TMT is thrilled to be a partner in the promotional success. Having the opportunity to book our fighters high exposure bouts, helps the facility secure sponsorships and opportunities for fighters looking to compete as a professional in MMA full time.

Recently signing exclusive contracts expect; Wiktor Svensson, Adam Kayoom, Tommy Yang, and Ngoo Ditty to compete on one of the recently announced One FC bouts.

Feb. 11th, Jakarta, Indonesia At Kelapa Gading Sports Mall.

March 31st, Singapore, Singapore at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

April 27th, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the Stadium Negara.

One FC CEO / Owner Victor Cui is doing big things for Asian MMA and everyone at TMT is excited to be a part of it, look out for future announcements about EVEN MORE TMT fighters signing with One FC soon!!!One FC CEO / Owner Victor Cui is doing big things for Asian MMA and everyone at TMT is excited to be a part of it, look out for future announcements about EVEN MORE TMT fighters signing with One FC soon!!!

November 12th, 2011

JJ Ambrose moves one step closer to the @ufc improving his Pro MMA record to 17-3 with win in Guam

Congratulations to Tracy Hess Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt and Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket wrestling coach JJ Ambrose on his impressive performance in Guam.

Competing on the main card for one of the premier fight organizations within the Pan Pacific region, JJ defeated Sebastian Garguier. A veteran of 20 professional fights, Sebastian was a tougher opponent than expected, lasting it three rounds and forcing JJ to win via judges decision.

Showcasing superior ground work, JJ dictated the pace of the bout with good ring control and perfectly timed takedowns. Maintaining top control JJ passed guard, and mounted Sebastian several times throughout the first two rounds of action. Putting his striking on display in round 3, JJ finally started showing his improved Muay Thai striking to the delight of the crowd.

Improving his professional MMA record to 17-3, having last loss in 2008 to current UFC standout Mike Pyle, the 24 year old American Kickboxing Academy representative is hoping a call from the UFC isn’t too far away.

November 11th, 2011

MMA Phuket’s Claire Haigh awarded with a controversial DRAW during MMA bout in China

Already a 3x World Champion in Muay Thai, Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket star Claire Haigh has been dabbling her hand in the sport of MMA. A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt and currently Undefeated as a professional in Mixed Martial Arts competition, Claire Haigh is ranked top 20 in the world for female MMA fighters competing at 135lbs.

Heading to Beijing China as a member of Ole Laursen’s International Team Legacy gym, Claire was cornered by Malik Mawlayi for her fight against Chinese Superstar and Film personality Tang Jin.

The bout originally scheduled for 3 rounds, was ruled a DRAW following the completion of round 2. Disappointed with the ruling, Claire dealt with a ‘stacked deck’ the entire night as she competed against her Chinese National opponent. Watching the bout stopped during round 2 for the doctors to ‘work on’ a bloody cut, Claire felt she was ahead on the score cards heading into a third and final round. Feeling the momentum of the fight in her favor, she was disappointed when the promotion unexpectedly stopped the fight in between rounds ruling the bout a DRAW.

Expect Claire Haigh to continue competing in MMA as she looks to establish herself as one of the best Combat Sports Athletes in Asia.