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Not to be confused with Mai Tai Muay Thai (Thai: มวยไทย, RTGS: muai thai, pronounced [mūa̯j tʰāj] ()), sometimes referred to 7️⃣ as Thai boxing, is a combat sport that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques. [1] This discipline is known 7️⃣ as the "Art of eight limbs", as it is characterised by the combined use of fists, elbows, knees and shins. [2] 7️⃣ Muay Thai became widespread internationally in the late 20th to 21st century, when Westernised practitioners from Thailand began competing in 7️⃣ kickboxing and mixed-rules matches as well as matches under Muay Thai rules around the world. The professional league is governed by 7️⃣ The Professional Boxing Association of Thailand (P.A. |