“I like the art of Muay Thai” - How Kongthoranee starts his journey in ‘the art of eight limbs’

Kongthoranee Sor Sommai will be facing the toughest opponent in his career, the ONE flyweight kickboxing world champion Superlek Kiatmoo9, at ONE Friday Fights 68.

However, this doesn't mean he is losing his confidence ahead of this crucial bout, as he thinks that his skills should not be written off as well.

Starting off at the young age of seven, Kongthoranee fell in love with the traditional Thai martial arts, and he rocketed to superstar status with various accolades in his name.

Speaking to the South China Morning Post, Kongthoranee shared the reason why he started out as a Nak Muay when he was a kid.

He said:

"I started Muay Thai since I was seven years old. I like the art of Muay Thai, and also it's something that I can make money of my own. I did not have to get the money from my parents. I did not have to ask. I can generate my own income. So that's why I started Muay Thai."

Catch Kongthoranee vs. Superlek live in the Asian primetime at ONE Friday Fights 68 on Friday, June 28. Check your local listings for the availability of the event.

Watch the full interview below:

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Kongthoranee invests highly on himself, wants to surprise the world

Kongthoranee Sor Sommai is indeed eyeing for big things ahead of his fight against ONE flyweight kickboxing king Superlek Kiatmoo9, as he wants to score an upset in front of the loyal Thai crowd inside the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium.

In an interview with South China Morning Post, the young contender mentioned that he shouldn't be counted out because anything is possible in Muay Thai, especially at this level of fighting.

He said:

"It's all about the timing when it comes to Muay Thai. And i think we'll have to see that in the ring. Do I aim for a surprise? Yes, of course, because I have trained very hard. I have put a lot of effort into the training, into the fight camp."