Lethwei- Bareknuckle Boxing From Myanmar

Lethwei Vs. Muay Thai: Which Is More Deadly? - Sweet Science of Fighting

Lethwei is older than Muaythai when we analyze their historical origins. Lethwei • Origin: Ancient Burma, approximately from the 9th to the 11th century AD, during the periods of the Pyu and Pagan kingdoms. • Ancient characteristics: Practiced as war training and tribal rituals, involving headbutts, punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes — the traditional style is known as “The Art of 9 Limbs.” • Historical evidence: Sculptures, murals, and royal Burmese chronicles report hand-to-hand combat p

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