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Kan Nakamura Vows Knockout Win Over Igor for Rajadamnern Title

Japanese kickboxer Kan Nakamura has vowed to knockout Igor Bikrev and win the Rajadamnern 135‑pound title at the RWS Knocktoberfest on October 10, promising not to let the fight reach the fifth round. He says he will drag Igor into his own fighting style to secure a KO victory, while Igor aims to block the plan and claim the same belt. The bout also features a 1 million‑baht bonus for a knockout win, adding extra stakes to the showdown at Rajadamnern Stadium.

Kan Nakamura Vows Knockout Win Over Igor for Rajadamnern Title
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Kan Nakamura insists there will be no fifth‑round bell, promising to knockout Igor Bikrev and seize the Rajadamnern 135‑pound championship at the RWS Knocktoberfest event on October 10. The Japanese kickboxer says he will lure Igor into his own fighting style and finish the fight with a knockout, adding that he expects to walk away with an extra belt next Saturday. Nakamura’s message was sent straight to Igor Bikrev, who vows to thwart the Japanese fighter’s plan and also claims he is after the same title. Besides the championship, the winner who scores a knockout will receive an instant 1 million‑baht bonus, giving both athletes extra motivation to exchange blows from the opening bell. Fans are now waiting to see whether Nakamura’s strategy of “dragging Igor into my world” will succeed and who will celebrate with the Rajadamnern belt and the million‑baht prize. The showdown takes place this Saturday at Rajadamnern Stadium, and viewers are urged not to miss the action.

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Thailand Prepares Flood Plans for 2026 IMF-World Bank Meetings

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Thai Windsurfers Target Two Bronze Medals at Asian Games 2026

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Thailand, already assured of a place in the ASEAN Cup final, rotated its squad and lost 2‑1 to the Philippines in a rain‑affected Group B match in Bandung. Bjorn Kristensen scored both goals for the Philippines, while Thailand’s only reply came from a Seksan Ratree assist to Ikhlas Sornhan in the second half. The War Elephants will now meet hosts Indonesia in the final on 5 October.

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Couple Flees Gunfire, Seeks Police Help After 30km Chase

A husband and wife fled to Thungsong Police Station after being chased and shot at by a white Toyota Vios for over 30 kilometres. Bullets grazed their heads, and they suffered injuries from shattered glass while seeking help. Police have identified the suspects and are investigating the incident as a possible personal dispute.

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Thai cyclists competed for two gold medals at the 20th Asian Games in Japan but fell short, with Naw Noraseththada reaching the men's keirin semifinals and Jutatip Manipun placing 12th in the women's omnium. Officials praised the athletes' effort while noting accidents and missed opportunities in several events. The cycling federation plans to evaluate performance and improve ahead of future competitions.

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XPeng Announces L03 EV Pricing Starting at 899,000 Baht

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The board of Thai Airways International has removed Chief Executive Officer Chai Eamsiri from his post, effective immediately, and appointed board director Samrit Samieng as acting CEO. The decision was made at a board meeting chaired by Finance Ministry permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit on Thursday, 2 October. Samrit, a former executive vice-president for finance and […]

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Thai Minister Orders Pollution Probe After Oil Slicks in Floods

Thai Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suthichai Chomklin ordered the Pollution Control Department to take full legal action after oil slicks were found mixed with floodwater in Prachin Buri. Officials have filed a police complaint to trace the source of the contamination, which officials suspect originated in the tambon Hua Wa area, and pledged to prosecute any violators under environmental laws.

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