From The Netherlands, The First Foreigner To Be Named “Muay Thai Fighter Of The Year”

You guys already know how important and how popular Muay Thai is in Thailand and to the Thai people.

They expect and they will do everything in their power to ensure that Thai fighters are on top of the game, called Muay Thai.

Understanding that makes it such an impressive acomplishment for a non-Thai to receive the coveted “Muay Thai Fighter Of The Year” award and in 1992 that’s exactly what happened.

The recipient’s name is Ramon Dekkers, aka “The Diamond” or “Turbine From Hell” and I must say he is definitely one of my all-time favorites. His kicking and punching abilities are legendary. Absolutely amazing!

The Dutchman was a force to be reckoned with, thus being able to become a 8-time Muay Thai World Champion.

Officially his fighting career lasted for 20 years, namely from 1986 – 2006.

Ramon Dekkers fought some of the best Muay Thai fighters Thailand had to offer. What really makes him stand out even more, is the fact that he would accept any challenge at any time. Many times that meant even if his opponent was bigger and more experienced as well as while he himself was still injured from previous bouts.

This dedication and commitment certainly won him a lot of admiration in the Muay Thai community not only in Thailand.

He is the legendary Ramon “The Diamond” Dekkers.