Sri Lankan Muay Thai enjoyed a proud moment on the global stage as Aashiq Nazeer claimed gold at the WBC Muaythai World Championship 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand.
The tournament, which took place from June 25 to 29, saw Aashiq compete in the senior 57kg division, where he delivered a standout performance to secure Sri Lanka’s first gold medal in the history of the championship. His success marks a major breakthrough for the sport locally and places Sri Lankan Muay Thai firmly in the international spotlight.
Aashiq’s achievement was part of a strong overall showing from the six-member Sri Lankan team, with four athletes finishing on the podium. Alongside Aashiq’s gold, Methuka won silver in the Boys 10 to 11 years 44kg category. Gevin earned bronze in the senior 71kg division, while Kulunu also brought home bronze in the Boys 14 to 15 years 40kg category.
Roshan Duminda, Chairman of WBC Muaythai Sri Lanka, praised the performance and highlighted the importance of Aashiq’s victory. He noted that the result was a historic first for the country at the WBC Muaythai World Championship and a proud milestone for everyone connected to the sport.
The medal tally also reflects the steady rise of Sri Lankan fighters in international competition. With young athletes also stepping onto the podium, the achievement is likely to motivate more talent to pursue Muay Thai and aim for success at future global events.
