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NAI KHANOM TOM

Thaiนายขนมต้ม
Pronouncednai kah-nohm dtohm

A legendary Muay Thai warrior from Ayutthaya. According to tradition, he defeated ten Burmese fighters in succession after being captured, earning freedom and eternal fame. March 17 is celebrated as National Muay Thai Day in his honor.

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