On March 21, 2026, the tennis court of Novotel Yangon Max transformed into a high-energy arena as Nine Lethwei Club celebrated its first anniversary.
The “Exclusive Fight Night” delivered a powerhouse blend of traditional Lethwei, MMA, and Kickboxing, proving that the club has quickly become a cornerstone of the local combat sports scene. The event, organized by U Min Wai Hin and U Kyaw Zay Ya, was also attended by celebrities and special guests.
The evening featured eight scheduled bouts. Beyond the clinches and headbutts, the event also successfully bridged the gap between sports and urban culture through a collaboration with Iamhiphop.mm, featuring a high-energy halftime performance by popular hip-hop artist G-Tone.
Fight of the Night: Dan Dan vs. Magyipin
The main event did not disappoint. In a grueling 4-round Lethwei battle, Dan Dan (Nine Lethwei Club) faced off against Magyipin (Bago Club). While the match ended in a technical draw, the sheer intensity and skill displayed earned them the prestigious “Fight of the Night” award.
The night saw several decisive finishes that kept the crowd on their feet:
- Dominant KOs: Du Byan (Nine) secured a spectacular Round 3 KO against Nyi Nyi Naing, while Htein Lin (555 Sport Club) silenced the home crowd with a Round 3 KO over Hlyan Htet Aung.
- MMA Excellence: In the 68kg MMA category, Win Hlaing Htun (Nine) demonstrated superior pressure, leading to a Round 3 retirement victory over Zaw Thet Naing.
- Kickboxing Flare: The lone female bout of the evening saw Roy (Nine) clinch a Round 3 TKO victory against Sae Phaw in a fast-paced Kickboxing match.
Official Results Summary
| Bout | Category | Red Corner (Club) | Blue Corner (Club) | Result |
| 1 | Lethwei (55kg) | Du Byan (Nine) | Nyi Nyi Naing (Ray) | Win (R3 KO) |
| 2 | Lethwei (65kg) | Hlyan Htet Aung (Nine) | Htein Lin (555) | Win (R3 KO) |
| 3 | Lethwei (53kg) | Phyo Ko Ko (Nine) | Tar Tay (Taw Win) | Draw |
| 4 | Kickboxing (53kg) | Roy (Nine) | Sae Phaw (Padaythar) | Win (R3 TKO) |
| 5 | Lethwei (60kg) | Thant Sin Lin (Nine) | Htwe Shaung (Python) | Draw |
| 6 | MMA (68kg) | Win Hlaing Htun (Nine) | Zaw Thet Naing (Taw Win) | Win (R3 Retirement) |
| 7 | Lethwei (52kg) | Daung Mike Thway (Nine) | Zaw Dula (Python) | Draw |
| 8 | Lethwei (58kg) | Dan Dan (Nine) | Magyipin (Bago) | Draw (Fight of the Night) |
The event wrapped up at 10:00 PM, leaving fans buzzed from the combination of “The King of Nine Limbs” and modern Hip Hop rhythms.
With a successful first year in the books, Nine Lethwei Club has set a high bar for combat sports entertainment in Yangon.
