Sombat Banchamek (Thai: สมบัติ บัญชาเมฆ, born May 8, 1982), also known by his ring name Buakaw Banchamek (Thai: บัวขาว บัญชาเมฆ, Buakaw meaning "white lotus") is a Thai professional Muay Thai fighter and kickboxer. Known for his fierce fighting style, he is regarded as one of the greatest Muay Thai fighters of all time. [2][3]

May 5, 2021 · “Work hard in silence and let your success be your noise” Born in the rural northeast of Thailand, Sombat Banchamek, is more commonly known as “Buakaw”, the White Lotus is one of the biggest legends in Muay Thai history.

Buakaw Banchamek is a 42-year-old Kickboxer and Muay Thai fighter. With a record of 127-20-3, including 73 knockouts, standing at 5′ 9″ and weighing 155 lbs, with a reach of 178 cm. Originally from Surin, Thailand.

Aug 6, 2024 · If you’re a fan of Muay Thai, the name Buakaw Banchamek needs no introduction. Also known as Lieutenant Sombat Banchamek or simply Buakaw, he is one of the most iconic figures in Muay Thai, celebrated for his exceptional skills and significant contributions to the sport.

Nov 8, 2023 · There are actually a lot of Thais with bad cauliflower ears. Just look at Superlek's ears. If you clinch a lot, especially in Thailand, that's always a possibility. The only way I see it really happening is clinching with gloves on a lot. I can feel my ears being sore every once in …

Buakaw's impressive fighting style and exciting fights have earned him a place among the best Muay Thai fighters of all time. He has won numerous titles, including two K-1 World MAX Championships and four Lumpinee Stadium Championships.

Following an almost three-year hiatus, Buakaw returned to competition on July 6, 2022, with a dominant victory over Eastern Europe’s Dmitry Varats in the World Fight Kun Khmer Series in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The fight drew a massive crowd of passionate supporters of Buakaw.

Born in the rural northeast of Thailand, Sombat Banchamek is more commonly known as Buakaw Banchamek, the White Lotus. Thailand’s most famous muay thai boxer began, like many of his peers, at the age of 8 fighting in his home province of Surin.

Feb 19, 2024 · Buakaw Banchamek, widely known as Buakaw Por Pramuk, is a legendary figure in the world of Muay Thai, hailing from Thailand. Throughout his career, Buakaw’s fighting style has drawn international attention, distinguishing him as a …

Buakaw Banchamek, a name synonymous with Muay Thai excellence, took the global stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics, bringing the art of eight limbs to a worldwide audience. With a career that boasts over 243 victories—74 by knockout—Buakaw has long been one of Thailand’s most revered sports icons.