The prestigious Rajadamnern Stadium has seen nearly a century of combat, but what happened on April 11, 2026, will be talked about for decades. Rajadamnern World Series’ (RWS) second event in their April Inferno series lived up to the hype as the Russian challenger Egor Bikrev rewrote the record books as he won the illustrious stadium belt.
Facing the formidable defending champion Sangmanee, Bikrev needed less than a minute to change the landscape of Muay Thai forever.
Blink and You’ll Miss It
The fight was over before the crowd could even settle into their seats. From the beginning of the fight, Bikrev targeted the Thai fighter’s body with that stabbing body kick. This shot sent Sangmanee to the canvas, ending the bout in a staggering 48 seconds.
This was the fastest knockout in Rajadamnern World Championship history.
A Trailblazer by the Numbers
Bikrev’s victory is significant not just for its speed, but for its historical weight. By securing the Lightweight Title, he achieved several “firsts” and “onlys” that solidify his status as historic:
- First Russian Champion: He becomes the first-ever Russian fighter to hold a Rajadamnern Stadium Title.
- A Rare Elite: He is now only the 22nd non-Thai fighter in history to capture a title at the legendary stadium.
- The Prodigy’s Pace: He set the record for the fastest ascent to the title, capturing the gold in just 14 professional fights.
- The Perfect Record: With this win, Bikrev keeps his undefeated streak alive, moving forward with an aura of invincibility.
What’s Next?
At just 14 fights into his career, Bikrev has already achieved what most veterans only dream of. As the new king of Rajadamnern, the world is waiting to see who could possibly stop this momentum.