Topnoi Kewram: The First Thai Male Fighter in UFC and His Journey to the Top

The ROAD TO UFC Season 2 battle has officially announced the result of the match by Topnoi Kewram, a fighter from Buriram. Will go to the ring to fight outside the round in the flyweight version, meeting with Niam Yargal Tumen Demberel Mongolian opponents on May 27-28 in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China.

Going back almost ten years ago, I believe that many boxing fans would be familiar with the name. Thanongsak Lek Chuwattana, a rising star in the 122-pound category of the Ratchadamnoen Stadium that although the punching form may not be flashy and is not classified as a regular magnetic boxing program But one day, a kid from Buriram became Topnoi Kewram, the first Thai male fighter in the world’s greatest mixed martial arts arena, UFC, which was something he didn’t even dream of.

“Honestly, at that time I was just an ordinary Thai boxer. A person who keeps practicing, punching, punching on the Ratchadamnoen Stage, Lumpini, hoping to become a champion. It is the best boxing that Thailand did not expect to come this far.”

“Six years ago, I had the opportunity to become a trainer at Tiger Muay Thai Camp. Get to know many foreign boxers They advised me to go into MMA and I didn’t think it was serious at the time. I just thought that I would use the technique to teach foreign disciples.”

Nowadays, there are new Thai fighters in the MMA scene. Although they get the art of weaponry and strength from the bones of Muay Thai, but for MMA it is not enough to win in the octagon cage. In this regard, Topnoi himself knows it very well and he believes that this is still a weakness that Thai fighters must hurry up to adapt.

“The main thing that needs to be adapted is to fight in the lying position. And a takedown wrestling without fouls, which of course is different from Muay Thai. More importantly, it requires science and all kinds of weapons.”

“But some people who knocked him down didn’t go down again. Part of it may be a habit from Muay Thai. Because in the opinion of Thai people Muay Thai is a gentleman’s sport. Repeated falling and forbidden may still be stuck in the memory in the head. Which has to adapt to MMA fights.”

Back in last year in ROAD TO UFC Season 1, Topnoi Gewram made history. is the first Thai male fighter to win in this arena By winning points Yuma Horyuji in the flyweight version before the dream shattered Submission lost to Park Hyun-sung, opponent from South Korea. in the semifinals

However, it didn’t discourage this northeastern expert. On the contrary, it made him more determined to train in hopes of returning to the UFC ring.

“Last time I was strangled until I lost. If I have the opportunity, I would like to try my skills with Park again. In the past, I haven’t gone anywhere. I have always been determined to practice. I just don’t want to post on social media. I’ve been waiting for another chance to get back up and fight in the UFC and today it came.”

For the ROAD TO UFC Season 2 battle, Top Noi is about to have another chance to return to the ring, facing Niam Yargal Tumen Demberel. Mongolian rivals Although this time is just an out-of-round fight in the flyweight division, Topnoi hopes to use this fight as a ticket to restore his title to the UFC battle.

“This bout, I am very ready because in the past I have been practicing hard, especially in terms of tactics. I think I’m going to win this fight because I know that standing in the UFC is not easy.”

Nowadays, Topnoi is already up to number 3, of course, in the fight industry. This is a starting number. Some people consider it to be at the end of his career, which Top Noi himself knows that to aim to reach the world champion. seems to be a distant matter He only hopes that one day he will be in the top 10 of the runner-up in the flyweight division.

“My dream in the UFC is to be in the top 10 where I’m currently fighting, flyweight. Even if it’s not as far as the championship, it’s okay, as long as I’m in the top 10, I’m satisfied.”

Finally, Topnoi reveals the secret of who his favorite MMA fighter is before asking for encouragement from Thai fans. to wade through a major battle this weekend

“My favorite fighters are both champions, Israel Adesanya, another lightweight champion who was together at Bangtao Muay Thai camp. Alexander Volkanovsky Featherweight Champion

“As for the Thai fans who are about to watch ROAD TO UFC Season 2, don’t forget to follow, cheer and encourage me as well. Because there are not many opportunities for Thai people to shine on the world-class arena like this. I would like to help support Thai people.”

The official match results ROAD TO UFC SEASON 2

Episode 1, May 27, 2023
Out-of-round flyweight fight, Topnoi Gewram (Thailand) vs Niamyargal Tumendemberel (Mongolia)
Flyweight Rei Tsuruya (Japan) vs Ronald Zeahan (Indonesia)
Featherweight Yi Sha (China) vs Wuxiazibike Jiaheifu (China)
Flyweight Mark Klimaco (Philippines) vs Lee Hyun Jung (South Korea)
Featherweight Keisuke Sasu (Japan) vs Kim Sang Won (South Korea)

Episode 2, May 27, 2023
battle outside Welterweight Taiyilake Nueraji (China) vs. Kim Han Sol (South Korea)
Flyweight bout: New Chie Yeung (China) vs Billy Pasulatan (Indonesia)
Featherweight Yibugel (China) vs Kuya Kanda (Japan)
Flyweight Sumit Kumar (India) vs Choi Seung Kook (South Korea)
Featherweight Li Gaiwen (China) vs Lu Gai (China)

Episode 3, May 28, 2023
battle outside Welterweight: Chris Hofmann (Philippines) vs. You Sang Hoon (South Korea)
Bantamweight Xiao Long (China) vs Shohei Nose (Japan)
Lightweight: Kazuma Maruyama (Japan) vs. Kim Sang-wook (South Korea)
Bantamweight Chuya Kamikubo (Japan) vs. Jialay Yisi Bergeng (China)
Lightweight: Chang Hong Sun (South Korea) vs. Rong Ju (China)

Episode 4, May 28, 2023
Out-of-round flyweight fight Sim Kai Siang (Singapore) vs. Peter Daneso (Thailand)
Bantamweight Eperium Ginting (Indonesia) vs Dermizi Savupasi (China)
Lightweight: Windry Patilima (Indonesia) vs Shin Haraguchi (Japan)
Bantamweight bout Lee Chang Ho (Korea) vs Rana Rudra Pratap Singk (India)
Lightweight Ki Won Bin (South Korea) vs Batebolati Bahatebol (China)

For the first round of the battle, ROAD TO UFC Season 2 will take place on May 27-28, which will be broadcast through various partner channels during prime time in Asia.

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