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About Muay Thai
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Number of Medal Events

9

Number of Athletes

101

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What is Muay Thai?

Known as the "Art of Eight Limbs," Muay Thai originated in Thailand centuries ago as a battlefield martial art using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. It evolved into a globally recognized combat sport characterized by power, precision, and endurance.

Muay Thai and the ISSA

Muay Thai will make its debut at Riyadh 2025, featuring 112 athletes (56 men / 56 women) competing for 9 gold medals from 11 to 14 November 2025 at The Promenade Art Tower.

Allocation & Eligibility

NOCs can enter a maximum of one athlete per individual event and a maximum of five and four athletes respectively in the men’s and women’s categories. The host country may register an athlete in each division. Registered athletes must comply with the IFMA minimum age requirement and hold an IFMA athlete license through their National Federation.
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