Hisham wins Gold

Malaysian Tiger Hasrul Hisham is IFMA World Champ 09. It was a tough fight but Hisham appeared victorious winning gold for Malaysia.

Hisyam in Finals

Nineteen year old Hasrul Hisham is in the finals. It was a tough fight that got him there. Will update you as soon as I have more details.

IFMA World Champs Update

Mohd Sukri Hassan lost today to Belarus though we all feel he should have won. Only natural though cause we always see the best of our fighters. The fighter from Belarus got 2 standing counts in the second round and it seems Ejo did a lot of damage as his opponent hobbled out of the ring.

World Champs 09 Update

Abuza losses to a Dutch fighter. Seems it was a well matched fight but apparently Abuza was subjected to 2 standing counts in the second round, which led to his eventual loss. All in all a great fight!!!

Ali losses to the Russian fighter Ruslan Yusubov, the current World Champion. It was a 50/50 fight that could have swung either way. Unfortunately luck was with Ruslan.

Contender Asia II Banner at World Champs in Bangkok

Come and catch Contender Asia in Selangor............Malaysia-Truly Asia

Abuza wins his first round against the Argentinian

Muaythai World Championships-Bangkok

File pic from Busan 08

The IFMA Muaythai World Champs is now in full swing with our Malaysian fighters ready and waiting to face fighters from all corners of the world.

Ali will be fighting the Russian fighter that he lost to last year, Ruslan Yusubov, The present IFMA World Champion. To be fair it was Ali's first amateur fight last year. Let's hope this year bodes better for Ali. He is to fight Ruslan on Sunday.

Ejo will fight Pavel Marozau of Belarus, 48-51kg. Hasrul Hisham Aziz will fight Mussin Didar of Kazakhstan , Mohd Nazaruddin Che will fight Wingban of Hong Kong, and Abuza,57-60kg,will fightAnibal Francisco Cianciaruso of Argentina.

Unfortunately our Malaysian Tiger Faizal Ramli lost to Joshua Palmer to due to the chaos that ensued following his missed his flight. Faizal having to fight directly after arriving in Bangkok. Josh Palmer had lost Wes Jaya in the Z1 fights.

Good luck guys in all your upcoming flights. Do your best and make Malaysia proud!

Muaythai World Championships just around the corner

The IFMA World Championships which will be held from the 27th of Nov until the 5th of Dec is just around the corner. On the 5th December is the Thai King's Cup. Good luck to all our Malaysian participants.

Faizal Malaysian Tigers vs Vuyisile Colossa

Faizal Ramli of the Malaysian Tigers lost to Vuyisile Colossa of South Africa in a close fight last night in Macau. Faizal put up a good fight going the 5 rounds only narrowly losing to Vuyisile who is know for going up agaisnt Yodsenklai, although Vuyisile inevitably losing to Yod he managed to go all 5 rounds!

This was a Thai Kings Cup Qualifier fight.

Malaysian Tigers Gym

Train with these guys!!!

Visiting trainer & Contender Asia coach ,Hanarong, gives The Malaysian Tigers some pointers.

The classes at The Malaysian Tigers Gym are conducted by our experienced Thai coaches, all ex-champions, and some like Mardsue who is known to to come coach at our gym on occasion are current champions.

Our Malaysian Tigers also help out in conducting some of the classes. Ali, Faizal, Hamdan to name a few.

Though I must admit, its kinda intimidating training with these guys but I know if I train with the best some of their skills are going to rub off on me!!! Anyway what better way to get my mind off work cause these guys keep me on my toes. I get a great work out and I know I'm one step closer to being a better tougher me. Hey maybe someday I'll be a Malaysian Tiger.....well everyone is allowed to dream right!

Beginners Classes!!!

Our Malaysian Tigers Gym is now open to the public. Due to the overwhelming response, especially by new comers to Muaythai we have open classes especially for you-

on Tuesday & Friday-8pm-9.30pm

We have limited space as for our new classes so those interested register now to assure yourself a place.

Pusat latihan Malaysian Tigers sudahpun terbuka kepada orang awam, oleh kerana ramai ahli kami baru kepada seni muay thai, kami telah membuka kelas khas untuk ahli-ahli baru ini. Mereka yang berminat sila hubungi kami dan daftar diri. Ruang untuk pelatih baru adalah terhad.

Waktu kelas-8pm-9.30pm Selasa & Jumaat

Untuk maklumat lanjut sila hubungi- malaysiantigers@gmail.com

For more information kindly contact-

Faizal-Malaysian Tigers to fight in Qualifier in Macau

Faizal-Malaysian Tigers leaves for Macau today to take part in the Super 8 Thai King's Cup qualifier in Macau. Faizal will be fighting against some great fighters such as

Vuyisile Colossa from South Africa, (a.k.a. “Cheetah”) - the South African Superstar.

Antoine Pinto (a.k.a. “Kid Shark”)from France - European Champion

Tum Mardsue from Thailand – the 2007 King’s Cup Champion

For more info-wmcmuaythai.org

Abuza-Malaysian Tigers to fight in Langkawi

Langkawi 13-14 November

Malaysian Tiger, Abuza will fight at the upcoming Z1

It will be-

Abuza Malaysian Tigers

vs

Valdet Gashi (German)

Abuza-shows us what he's got

Abbas Ahmadi Boxx Warriors(win round 5)vsAbuza Malaysia Tigers

Our latest addition to the Malaysian Tigers did us all proud at the recent Z1 fight held on the 23rd of October. He fought well against an older and more experienced Abbas Ahmadi of Boxxwarriors Gym, garnering the support of the crowd.

Abuza, ahli terbaru Malaysian Tigers telah membanggakan kelab kami ketika bertarung dengan Abbas Ahmadi dari Boxxwarriors Gym. Walaupun kalah tipis, Abuza telah menunjukkan semangat juang yang tinggi dan telah mendapat sokongan dari kebanyakkan penonton yang hadir. Syabas Abuza.

The Star-Mohd Ali Yaakub

Wednesday October 28, 2009

Kickboxer bounces back with victory over Australian No. 1
By NG WEI LOON

MALAYSIAN Tigers’ Mohd Ali Yaakub registered a significant breakthrough at the Supremacy Part Eight in Perth, Australia, recently.
Even the five previous defeats against foreign challengers from Australia, Britain, Russia and Thailand in a higher weight category failed to deter the 23-year-old kickboxer from bouncing back strongly to edge Australian number one Chris “Tiger” White in the 57kg bout.
It was also sweet victory for Ali as he avenged his teammate Mohd Muinuddin Khadir’s (King of Sharks) earlier defeat against the local favourite.
White almost knocked out the heavier Muinuddin featuring in the 63kg section on that occasion.
Ali, who weighs only 54kg, said he was confident going into the ring because his 34-year-old trainer Rung Makate from Thailand took on White twice in his competitive career before going into coaching.
“I had a solid build up with the exposure to gauge my strength against stiffer opponents. I have gained valuable experience losing to them,” he said.
Intense: Ali concentrates as he tries to land a kick on his coach.
The aggressive White came out charging at Ali to flex his command in the opening round. After an impressive start, he slowed down and opted for a more cautious approach.
“We knew that he was fast. He tried coming in close and combining his shots in the first round.
“In the next round, he was running around the ring evading the assaults. Although Rung did not accompany me for the outing, he told me to take it easy and conserve my energy in the first two rounds before going all out to produce a strong finish in the last three rounds,” Ali said.
In the encounter that went the full distance of five rounds of three minutes each, Ali won the judges’ approval with his clear domination.
World Muay Thai Council (WMC) vice-president Stephen Fox, who witnessed Ali in action, praised him for applying a smart strategy to emerge as the clear winner in three of the five rounds.
“Ali is a complete exponent with sound techniques and skills to approach the fight with plenty of variation. He took his opportunities well on the counter attack. He was not afraid in moving forward to create the opening.
“When the fight was at its peak in the fourth round, White found it hard to cope with Ali’s pace,” Fox said.
In the penultimate round, the highly rated Malaysian contender troubled his opponent, connecting a forceful blow with his elbow on White’s right eye.
“I wanted to strike him in the centre of his forehead. But, it was enough to disrupt his focus and momentum in staying in contention,” said Ali.
Currently, Ali is going through the paces under Rung to prepare for his next assignment at the International Federation of Muay Thai Amateur (IFMA) World Championships in Bangkok at the end of November.
In addition, he will be having a crack at securing the WMC Inter-Continental belt when he takes on the European champion at Singapore on Dec 12.
Ali will be out to make amends after his setback in the opening bout at the world amateur meet last year.
“He is one of the top exponents in his category (51 to 54kg). But, he needs to maintain his high work rate going through the training sessions twice-a-day, six-days-a-week.
Besides the three sparring sessions in a week, Ali’s physical regime includes a 10km run every day and sprinting drills to increase his endurance and speed respectively.

SUPREMACY....Part 8

Ali with wearing his Cobra Mongkol before the fight.

Ali with his anchor Hanarong

Chris Whites doing his Wai Khru

Ali lands a kick.

And the winner is......................................

Darren Reece gives the win to Ali

Chris White and Mohd Ali-Two great fighters

These Muay Thai fighters amazed us by their amazing sense sportsmanship.

Front row Hasyim, Hamdan and Mohd Ali.

Ali the true winner......

Surprise of the night....after the Mohd Ali Yaakub and Chris White fight the judges announce a draw.When the judgement was announced everyone was in disbelief, feeling that Ali should have won. Chris White being a true sportsman came up and hugged Ali and gave his trophy to him announcing to the crowd that Ali was the one who deserved to win. Everyone cheered supporting Ali and also cheered in support of Chris's amazing sense of sportmanship.

This is what Muay Thai is all about, true sportsmanship and true heros, congatulations to Ali and Chris for showing an outstanding amount of both attributes.

Supremacy....tonight......in Perth

Hasyim,Ali & Hamdan to fight..............

Ali is the 5th bout, Hamdan the 7th and Hasyim the 9th....updates to come soon.

WMC News Letter-Z1 starts in Malaysia

WMC News Letter, October 2009

Muaythai friends, once again October will witness some fantastic muaythai events from all over the globe!!

First of all, congratulations must go out to the South American Muaythai Confederation for organising the South American Confederation Cup in Chile. A big thank you to the confederation for organising yet another successful and spectacular event.

OCTOBER ACTION!!!

Hong Kong will see two mega events this month with Planet Battle on the 7th and the WMC I-1 Grand Slam on the 22nd.

Australia will have two major events with Evolution 18 for the first time in Melbourne and Supremacy in Perth.

The 10th of October will see a fantastic event blending both amateur and professional muaythai bouts in the beautiful city of Torino, host city of the 2006 Winter Olympics.

October 16th will see world class Muay Thai comes back to Calgary. Promoted by CAKMA and Mike Miles Muay Thai, H2H PUNISHMENT promises to be a great night out at the fights.
The United States will be witnessing another international event in Santa Clara, California.

October 31st will see the 3rd Venezuelan Muaythai Championships in San Cristobal City.

Germany will see another King’s Cup Challenge which will decide who will be the representing Germany at His Majesty the King of Thailand’s birthday event.

Malaysia will see the opening of the Z-1 Series.

With so many world class events this month and even more to follow in November, it truly is a testament to the growth of our sport, so let’s keep it up, promoting top class international events!!!

Visit http://www.wmcmuaythai.org/ for all updates and results!!

IFMA World Championship

Attention-To all those interested in participating in the IFMA World Championships and also the Thai Kings Cup which will be held from the 27Nov until the 5th of December in Bangkok.

Open to those between 18-35yrs.

Kepada mereka yang ingin mengambil bahagian dalam Kejohanan Sedunia IFMA dan juga 'Thai King's Cup' yang akan berlangsung di Bangkok dari 27 Nov-5Dec 09.

-tolong emailkan rekod latarbelakang perlawanan anda dan kami akan uruskan supaya anda hadiri satu sesi pemilihan yang akan dijalankan oleh Ketua Jurulatih kami, Rungchai.

-Mereka yang terpilih akan dilatih secara percuma dan segala perbelanjaan anda ketika mengahadiri kejohanan ini akan ditanggung oleh pihak kami.

Terbuka kepada mereka yang berumur antara 18-35tahun.

Those of you with fight experience and feel you've got what it takes to be a part of our team to the upcoming IFMA World Championships, please email us your fighter profile and we will arrange for you to attend selections which will be held by our Head Coach, Rungchai.

-you will be trained at The Malaysian Tigers Gym for free and all expenses at the World Championships will be bourne by us.

Kindle email/ Sila email -mailto:-malaysiantigers@gmail.com

Malaysian Tigers Gym is now open!!!

Our gym in Kelana Jaya is now open for enrolment-

BoxxTomoi The Magazine

Be sure to get yourself a copy of the latest issue of the Boxxtomoi Magazine. For more info on this magazine go to

http://boxxtomoi.blogspot.com/

Faizal to fight at the Kings Cup Qualifier

Faizal will be fighting at the King's Cup Qualifier which will be held in Macau this November.

Name- Mohd Faizal Ramli

Nickname- The Golden Elbow

Place of Birth-Malaysia

Date of Birth-24 October 1989

Height-177cm

Weight-70kgWeight

Class-Middleweight

SUPREMACY....Part 8

October 17th-Craigie Leisure Centre Perth

Mohd Ali Yaakub vs Chris White

Mat Korro vs Luke 'Pitbull Aram'

Hashim Ramli vs Kim Olsen

For more info-http://wmcmuaythai.org/html/09_2309_001.html

-http://www.riddlersgym.com.au/supremacy.html

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Kami ingin mengucapkan 'Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri' kepada semua ahli, peminat dan penyokong Muay Thai di seluruh Malaysia.

We would like to wish all Muay Thai practitioners and supporters 'Selamat Hari Raya'

Muay Thai basics Course at the Malaysian Tigers Gym

We will be organising a 'Kickstart' Course in Muay Thai Basics starting Tuesday September the 29th.



Open to: Beginners or anyone wishing to polish up their Muay Thai techniques.

Venue: Malaysian Tigers Gym, Kelana Jaya, PJ.

Syllabus: Muay Thai Basics-This covers Footwork, Moves, Kicks, Punches, Knees, Elbows
& defensive techniques.

Objective-to provide a grounding so that new starters have the confidence to go on to join a
class, or so that those already with experience can learn the basics properly
before moving on.

Time: 8-10pm every Tuesday

Duration: 6 weeks

Trainers-Ex Lumpini/Rajadamnern Stadium champion based in WMC Lamai

gym Koh Samui with the help of the Malaysian Champions.

To book a place please email malaysiantigers@gmail.com

IFMA World Championship 2009

The IFMA World Championships is coming up soon. This year it will be held in Bangkok in honour of His Majesty the King of Thailand's 82nd birthday.


It has been a year since Hamdan Mokhtar, Mohd Ali Yaakub and Khoo Meng Yang participated in the IFMA World Championships, held in Busan, Korea. Khoo Meng Yang brought back a bronze medal. Mohd Ali and Hamdan only losing to the World Champions their respective categories.

Then we participated in the IFMA Arafura Games in Darwin, Australia. Here our team won the 'Most Improved Team' award. Our fighters did well with Faizal Ramli and Mohd Ali Yaakub winning gold medals, Mohd Noramin ,silver and Ismail Ramli, Mohd Sukri(Ejo) and Mohd Azwan(Bob) with bronze medals.

Yet again we will be sending a team to participate in these the World Championships. The participation criteria and weight categories are as listed below-

Weight Category	Over kg.	To kg.
Pin	42	45
Light Fly	45	48
Fly	48	51
Bantam	51	54
Feather	54	57
Light	57	60
Light Welter	60	63.5
Welter	63.5	67
Light Middle	67	71
Middle	71	75
Light Heavy	75	81
Cruiser	81	86
Heavy	86	91
Super Heavy	91	+

Fighters need to be between 18 and 35 years of age.

Hamdan Mokhtar in Z1

Mohd Hamdan Mokhtar of the Malaysian Tigers will be fighting in Z1

Hamdan will be fighting Abbas in the first round.

Group A

Eikkasit, Thailand / Boxx
Brian Robertson, USA
Leo Monteiro, Brazil
Iddi, Malaysia / Boxx


Group B

Tengku Shahrizal, Malaysia / PRDM
Valdet Gashi, Germany
Abbas Ahmadi, Iran / Boxx
Hamdan, Malaysia / Malaysian Tiger

Buka Puasa Together at PJ Hilton

The Malaysian Tigers with upcoming fights who were not able to 'balik kampung' were treated to buka puasa together with our supporting staff and Captain.

Selamat Berbuka everyone!