Tiger Muay Thai News Archive

December 13th, 2011

Former Miss Switzerland Brings Her New Travel Show to Tiger Muay Thai, Phuket, Thailand

The bevy of beauties continued at Tiger Muay Thai and MMA training camp, Phuket, Thailand this week with former Miss Switzerland, Tajna Gutmann, and Nina-Vanessa Heinemann on-site to study the art of Muay Thai. The hosts of the new Swiss travel show, The Holiday Checker, learned the ropes during the beginner’s Muay Thai class before going one-on-one with Rachadamnuen champions, Kru Lamsongkram and his brother, Kru Laimangkon.

“This was the perfect experience because it was real,” explained Heinemann right after the session. “It isn’t just for tourists. I can’t believe what you get for the price. There’s no way you’ll get something like this anywhere else.”

The show, which features the ladies trying a variety of different adventure activities, has already filmed in the Canary Islands, the Dominican Republic and Egypt.

“Traveling has been an incredible experience,” exclaims Gutmann. “It has allowed us to see so many wonderful things and meet such amazing people…just like the people here at Tiger.”

When asked to compare her pageant days to her day of training, the former title holder could only shake her head and laugh.

The Holiday Checker airs February 2012.

Article by Natasha Horrelt

December 12th, 2011

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket Alumni Yasubey Enemoto wins MMA M-1 Welterweight Championship

Congratulations to Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket fighter Yasubey Enomoto on his recent victory at the M-1 Global Challenge held in Orange County California.

Yasubey along with his older brother Felipe own the Enomoto dojo in Switzerland and have used Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket as a training camp several times in the past. Yasubey picked up the win with a minute left in the 5th and final round. Rematching Shamil Zavurov, who he lost a close decision to earlier this year, Yasubey picked up the Championship belt and improved his professional record to 9-3 with the guillotine submission.

Look for Yasubey to return to TMT later this year when his older brother Felipe prepares for his upcoming One FC bout with Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket.

December 11th, 2011

Tiger Muay Thai, Phuket, Thailand Guest Fighters Dominate Patong with Similar Results On December 1, 2011

It couldn’t have been a better evening for Tiger Muay Thai, Phuket, Thailand guest fighters, Trevor Hicks of Arizona and Ty Kelly of Australia. Both nailed second round TKOs sending the crowd into hysterics.

First up was 24 year-old Hicks, a former pro football player turned corrections officer from Tuscon, facing Dennua.

Although his experience lay mostly in MMA and wrestling, friend and TMT fighter JJ Ambrose encouraged him to study Muay Thai at Tiger. After winning fights in two BBQ Beatdowns thanks to a submission and a knock out, he had the confidence to take it to the big leagues.

“It was my first fight, so it was a bit sloppy,” admitted the fighter best known for the streak of red running through his hair. “He did get some good shots on me and made a nice right elbow that almost broke my nose, but it was a fun fight.”

Broken nose or not, Hicks dominated the fight from the outset knocking his opponent to the ground several times. Nearing the end, a flurry of punches resulted in a TKO, much to the satisfaction of Hicks.

Kelly, a Sunshine Coast native, was up next. Leaving the Australian Army to study at TMT in June, he already had a taste for success thanks to a five-round fight won by decision shortly after arrival.

“I came to Tiger because I wanted an authentic experience,” explained the fighter before entering the ring. “I feel like I learn new things there every day and I love the set-up.”

An early right kick to the head bolstered his confidence against opponent Luktum in what Kelly summed up as a “kicking contest” in the first round. Advised by his trainer to start throwing combos in the second, Kelly ended the fight with strong knee to the head after a series of punches.

While Kelly plans on leaving in January, Hicks is hard-pressed to give a solid answer.

“I’ll stay here until my money runs out,” he said with a laugh. “I love Thailand and I really love Tiger Muay Thai.”

Article By Natasha Horrelt

December 11th, 2011

Tiger Muay Thai welcomes Female Superstars Elaina Maxwell and Sarah D’alelio

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket welcomes Strikeforce Champion Contender Elaina Maxwell to the gym. Elaina is no stranger to top competition, having faced world ranked female fighters such as Gina Carano, Miesha Tate, Shana Baszler, Alexis Davis, and Shana Nelson. Having recently competed in her first Professional Muay Thai fight, look for Maxwell to continue developing her Muay Thai striking abilities as she looks to fight several times for Tiger Muay Thai during her competition trip.

Also joining Elaina Maxwell on the trip will be Sarah D’alelio. With a notable win against Hawaiian sensation Raquel Pa’aluhi and her only career losses coming against Ronda Rousey and Julie Kedzie, with a professional record of 4-2 she is considered one of the top up and coming fighters in her weight division.

Look for both of these women to try and compete several times in professional Muay Thai while they are training at Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket Thailand

December 10th, 2011

First Round TKOs for Tiger Muay Thai’s Vårdal and Tranchito

There were two very different results for Tiger Muay Thai and MMA training camp, Phuket, Thailand guest fighters Piril Vårdal of Norway
and American Derek Tranchito at Patong Stadium last night.

Although both fights ended with first round TKOs only minutes in, Vårdal took
the win while Tranchito suffered a loss. Both Thaiboxing fighters faced opponents with over a
hundred fights each – Piril squaring off with Jumbo A and Tranchito matched up with Banyat.

“I went in a little bit scared because I’ve seen him fight before and he’s good,” explained
Vårdal after his win. “I thought it would go four rounds, but I’m happy it’s over. It’s a burden
off my shoulders now.”

After weathering a few hard leg kicks early on, Vårdal faked a knee and caught his opponent
with a surprising left hook. A straight-right sealed the deal.

No such luck for Tranchito who suffered a flurry of knees that threw off his focus. Caught
with his hands down, a strong left hook ended the fight.

“It seemed like the clinch that wouldn’t stop,” said Tranchito. “I really didn’t want the
fight to end like it did, but it’s a learning experience. It’s going to make me better.”

While Tranchito makes his way back to the US next week, Vårdal will be fighting again
in three weeks before heading back to Norway for the holidays.

December 9th, 2011

Tiger Muay Thai Alumnus head to Las Vegas for Ultimate Fighter 15 auditions

Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket is no stranger to the UFC’s Ultimate Fighter Reality TV Show. With 10+ TUF veterans having called Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket home for a training camp, the gym has a great relationship with several of the key casting directors for the reality TV show.

Heading to Vegas for an opportunity to showcase themselves during the Open Casting call for the upcoming Season 15 of the Ultimate Fighter Tiger Muay Thai would like to wish best of luck to the following alumni;

Muhsin Corbbrey a 10 year professional fighter, Muhsin is head coach to Stephen Bass from TUF 14. A BJJ Purple Belt under Lloyd Irvine, Muhsin has been in the cage against notable fighters; Nick Diaz, Kurt Pellogrino, Bobby Mcmasters and Lee Gibson.

Jack Magee having recently returned to the UK after an extended training trip in Brazil, Jack is an M-1 veteran and a Nevertap Asia champion. A veteran of over 10 professional fights, Magee is a personality made for reality TV

Benny Alloway is considered one of the top Australian prospects trying out for season 15. With a 9-4 professional record, Alloway recently helped Brian Ebersole prepare for his upcoming UFC bout at Tiger Muay Thai.

With any luck at all, these guys will get through the open casting call and make it to the next round of the Ultimate Fighter audtions.