The second week back for Rajadamnern World Series (RWS) in 2026 delivered a compelling mix of triumphant returns, promising debuts, and a chillingly dominant statement from a reigning champion, setting a thrilling tone for the year ahead.
Comeback Kid: Denzel Thakun Clinches His Way Back To Winning Ways
Australia’s Denzel Thakun delivered an emphatic comeback to kickstart his 2026. After tasting defeat in his previous RWS outing, the 18-year-old phenom stormed back into the win column, improving his record to 5-1 with a punishing masterclass against Iran’s Amir Ershadi.
Thakun showcased a vastly refined and relentless clinch game that became the story of the fight. From the fast-paced first round, where his hard, whipping kicks set the tempo, he transitioned seamlessly to close-quarters dominance. Over just two rounds, he landed a staggering 43 knees often from brutal side control to Ershadi’s mere 10, cutting him open with a sharp spinning elbow in the second.
This dominance continued in the final round, even taking his back in the last seconds. The clean-sweep 30-27 unanimous decision was a testament to a complete, strategic victory that re-establishes the talented teenager as a serious and evolving threat in the division.
England’s Lewis George Falls Short
There was also a noteworthy and valiant debut on the main card, as the UK’s #3-ranked Lewis George stepped onto the global RWS stage against formidable Thai opposition. Facing the highly-touted southpaw Mek, George showed immense heart and proved he could compete at this elite level.
The bout was a fast-paced, back-and-forth battle featuring big sweeps from both men in the opening round. However, George began to fall behind on volume as Mek landed 16 kicks to his 5. George relentlessly pressed forward in the following rounds, sensing the need to shift momentum.
His efforts culminated in a thunderous body shot in the third round that visibly hurt Mek. However, the Thai star’s savvy back-foot movement and precise counters allowed him to evade further trouble, securing a unanimous decision (30-27). While falling short, George’s competitive debut against a rising Thai talent signals a bright future.
The Champion Is Here to Stay: Chalarmchon First Fight After Winning the Belt
The night culminated with a statement for the minimumweight division. Current Rajadamnern Champion Chalarmchon, in a non-title tune-up fight, delivered a stunning performance.
From the opening bell, he imposed his will on the dangerous Bangfaikoh, controlling the centre of the ring with strong teeps, whip-crack head kicks, and sharp boxing combinations. Bangfaikoh, known for strong performances on the Petchyindee circuit, had no answer for the champion’s pace and precision.
Chalarmchon closed the show emphatically in the first round, folding his opponent with a perfectly placed body shot. The message was unambiguous: the king has returned, his authority is absolute, and he is intent on a long reign.
Full Event Results:
Prelim: Albinagorta Gonzalo (Peru) def. Oliver Payne (Denmark). (29-28)
Prelim: Arshia Safarnezhadbarsa (Iran) def. Yang Daijun (China) via Unanimous Decision (30-27)
Evgenii Ponomarev (Russia) def. Yunes Boulaem (France) via Unanimous Decision (30-27)
Denzel Thakun (Australia) def. Amir Ershadi via Unanimous Decision (30-27)
Mek (Thailand) def. Lewis George (England) via Unanimous Decision (30-27)
Main Event: Chalarmchon def. Bangfaikoh via KO (Body Shot) – Round 1
Narak (Thailand) def. Nongham (Thailand) via KO (Elbow) – Round 1