Sirimongkhon, Matt Floyd Ready for WBF World Title Clash in a Highland Show in Thailand
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Sat, 21 Sep 2024
Former 2-division WBC world champion Sirimongkhon Iamthuam, one of the most popular and at times controversial sports figures in Thailand boxing, is all set to embark on one heck of a comeback when he fights younger Aussie Matt Floyd of Perth, Western Australia, for the WBF (World Boxing Foundation) Light Heavyweight Title.
The battle-tested veteran warrior Sirimongkhon (98-5, 62 KOs) and taller, undefeated Matt Floyd (13-0, 9 KOs), are colliding hard on Sunday, October 6, in an FCC/Highland Boxing Show at the historic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand.
Leading up to this WBF title fight against Sirimongkhol, the six foot Matt Floyd has scalped all of his thirteen opponents since turning pro in February of 2021 in Northbridge's Metro City, his most recent win a round two stoppage triumph over Waraport Junporm just two weeks ago in Bangkok.
Matt Floyd.
Meanwhile, Sirimongkhon - nicknamed by Thai fans as Teppabud na yok เทพบุตรหน้าหยก ("Jade Face Angel") - comes from a unanimous decision win over Thai compatriot Yuttana Wongda last March at his dad's Singmanassak Muaythai School Gym in Pathum Thani, Thailand.
Matt is handled by active Australian promoter Tony Tolj and experienced coach Angelo Hyder of Dragon Fire Promotions, while the ring-savvy Sirimongkhon is managed and trained by his father Singmanassak, and his brother Manopchai, owners of the Singmanassak Gym (ค่ายมวยสิงห์มนัสศักดิ์).
Sirimongkhon Iamthuam.
Who will win in this Clash of Civilizations, the younger powerful Australian or the crafty, smart Thai former two weight-classes king?
For so many fans on social media, "Matt packs 100% TNT explosive power. Sirimongkhol owns quality boxing skills."
Then, what will happen?
Could the proven lion-heart veteran champ Sirimongkhon reverts time by outclassing, out-smarting, and defeating the coming-forward, hard-punching Matt Floyd, for a storied championship victory?
Or would it be the super aggressive slugger Matt Floyd, 35, the one to land hard and devastating on the Thai former world champion to claim a win, perhaps by stoppage?
The intriguing WBF world title war on Sunday, October 6 at the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium is a promotion of Thailand's FCC (Fight Club Championship) in association with Highland Boxing Promotions.
Fans outside Thailand may watch the show LIVE online from the YouTube Channel of the promoters Fight Club Championship and Highland Boxing Promotions.
May the Best Man Win!
Fight poster courtesy of Highland Boxing Promotions
The author Carlos Costa of Panama is a veteran boxing reporter who has covered the sweet science for decades. Carlos has lived in Asia since 1991. He can be reached at carlos@philboxing.com and on WhatsApp at +639184538152.
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Carlos Costa.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
5 Pinoy boxers to fight in Japan
By Lito delos Reyes, Thu, 03 Apr 2025Transatlantic Clash II - "Battle at the Bridge"
Thu, 03 Apr 2025Marco “El Tiburón” Romero moving up to scheduled 6-round bout next
Thu, 03 Apr 2025Filipino chess phenom wins at Spring Blitz Chess Championship in Dubai
By Marlon Bernardino, Thu, 03 Apr 2025Team USA Advances Two More Boxers to Medal Rounds at World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025
Thu, 03 Apr 2025IM Bagamasbad eyes GM title in Australian Chess Circuit
By Marlon Bernardino, Thu, 03 Apr 2025SAMPSON BOXING SIGNS TOP UNDEFEATED LIGHT FLYWEIGHT CONTENDER ERICK BADILLO TO CO-PROMOTIONAL CONTRACT
Thu, 03 Apr 2025TURKISH KNOCKOUT ARTIST ELIF NUR TURHAN PENS PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH MATCHROOM
Thu, 03 Apr 2025The Past Week in Action 31 March 2025: Norman Stops Cuevas in 3; Mayer Outpoints Ryan; Zepeda Edges Farmer; Collazo Stops Cano; Yabuki KOs Ayala
By Eric Armit, Wed, 02 Apr 2025Wild and Wooly Wind-up Seen in West Top 3-6
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, Wed, 02 Apr 2025Rise of the Samurai: Inoue vs Nakatani in 2026
By Carlos Costa, Wed, 02 Apr 2025Undefeated super middleweight prospect Tommy Hyde a true Irish Road Warrior In Australia for April 11th fight
Wed, 02 Apr 2025Melvin the Avenger
By Joaquin Henson, Wed, 02 Apr 2025WORLD-RANKED LIGHTWEIGHT ARMANDO MARTINEZ RABI TO FACE ALBERTO GUEVARA IN MAIN EVENT OF FISTS OF FURY 6
Wed, 02 Apr 2025Carlos Flowers Shines on Day One for Team USA in World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025
Wed, 02 Apr 2025