Muay Thai Boxing Legends - The Tiger King

Posted by on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 Under: Art

Muay Thai Boxing Legends - The Tiger King



King Prachao Sua, A.K.A The Tiger King (1662 – 1709) loved Muay Thai so much that he would often sneak off in disguise and enter tournaments. He is remembered for his bravery in the ring and fought many notable fighters from nearby villages who, had they known who he really was, would have never have fought him. The Tiger King helped popularize Thai Boxing amongst his subjects and formally made it a part of the army’s training. He influenced the fighting styles, equipment and the martial art’s place in Thailand culture and is a true Muay Thai Boxing legend.

(Image: Scene from the court life (17th century) showing a Muay Thai Boxing match)

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