Phoe “Bushido” Thaw Dominates in Yangon
On Friday, 23 February at the Thuwunna Indoor Stadium, Yangon’s own Phoe “Bushido” Thaw rode the wave of his hometown crowd to a spectacular victory at ONE: Quest for Gold. The 33‑year‑old, who boasts an unbeaten record, answered every crowd cheer with a bulldog‑style sass.
Action Unfolds in the First Round
Right off the pad, Phoe Thaw opened the fight with a crisp high kick that sent tendrils of applause flying. He followed up with a flurry of punches and knees, but Cambodia’s Sor Sey seemed unfazed—quick to throw back) punches and even tried clinching. Yet the Yangon hero was unshaken.
Strategic Smash
- High Kick – A sharp strike to set the tone.
- Punches & Knees – A rapid series that kept Sey on his toes.
- Power Punch – A devastating blow that stunned Sey.
- Push Kick – The final knockout move, delivering a straight right to the chin.
Within 1:53 of the first round, referee Yuji Shimada stopped the bout, crowning Phoe Thaw the victor.
Scorecard and Humility
The win bolstered Thaw’s perfect 6‑0 record. Despite the roar of victory, the Yangon champion shrugged off the accolades, showing the humble spirit that fans love.
