Former ONE Champ Nabil Anan Targets Thailand Boxing Title
Former ONE Championship titleholder Nabil Anan sparred with Thai national boxer Bunjong Sinsiri on November 12, marking his first session under international boxing rules. He highlighted the technical differences between Muay Thai and Olympic-style boxing and confirmed his intention to compete in the 2027 Thailand National Boxing Championships in January.
Former ONE world champion Nabil Anan shared his thoughts after sparring with Thai national team boxer Bunjong Sinsiri at the Indoor Sports Training Center, Sports Authority of Thailand, on November 12. The 22-year-old fighter described his feelings about his first international boxing sparring session, insisting he was not excited even though it was his first time. "Okay, just normal sparring. First time sparring, I've never worn these shoes, never worn headgear. Drove from Pattaya this morning, trained this morning too. Not excited. Didn't know media would be here, just warmed up and hit the bag like normal." Nabil also explained the differences between Muay Thai and boxing, acknowledging he has much to adjust. "International boxing and Muay Thai are completely different. It's not just punches; I have kicks too. Very different in timing, waiting for openings, everything. Scoring is different. I'm still stuck in pro style, need to switch to amateur. Pro style is too heavy-handed. But satisfied overall, many praised me. As I said, still stuck in pro style." When asked about competing in the 2027 Thailand National Boxing Championships scheduled for January 24-30, 2027, Nabil confirmed he will definitely enter. "Should come. Already told seniors I'm coming to win the Thailand boxing championship."