Fighter elbows his way to title
Muay Thai win for Spain
Brandon Spain’s Nai Khanom Tom Challenge title win came at a cost.
The Toowoomba Muay Thai fighter has a sore elbow – right at the point where he connected with his opponent’s chin.
Spain landed his devastating knockout blow on Daoprasuk Sitmonchai in the first round and it was all part of his plan.
“The game plan from day one was to cram him for space,” Spain said.
“We wanted to take away his range, especially his power kicks.
“We knew if I could do that it give me the best opportunity to do what I do best and that’s exactly what happened.
“I got in close and delivered a big elbow that knocked him out.”
Sore elbow aside, Spain is feeling good after what was arguably the biggest fight of his career to date.
Spain spent 10 weeks in camp preparing for Sitmonchai ahead of their prestigious, invitation only, title fight.
“He (Sitmonchai) has a lot of experience and is a very good fighter,” Spain said.
“He has more than 350 fights to his name and a lot of them were wins.
“Heading into the fight I was confident in my preparation, we had a long 10-week camp,
“Heading into the fight I was confident in my preparation, we had a long 10-week camp, I was confident in my ability.
Brandon Spain Muay Thai fighter
and I was confident in my ability.
“There’s always some nerves before a fight though.
“For me it’s about honouring all the people who support me.
“My dad and trainer Leon, my family, friends, sponsors, the fans ringside, even the people that subscribe to watch my fights.
“I don’t want to let them down.
“This title is really special to me.
“It’s the result of 15 years of hard work, grinding it out in gym when it would be easier to just stay at home.
“It’s a great win for me and everyone that has supported me.”