Buakaw Banchamek is a living legend, but that does not mean he is not impressed by the new generation of athletes. At the top of his list is ONE Championship star Stamp Fairtex. In a video breaking down her historic victory over Ham Seo Hee, Buakaw expressed his admiration for the three-sport queen (h/t Combat Press).
“Stamp has won many belts, even the ONE kickboxing and Muay Thai [world titles]. Whether it’s MMA, Muay Thai, or kickboxing, she’s a master in all three. If you asked me [what makes Stamp great], it’s a matter of adaptability due to the different regulations. But she’s definitely got it,” Buakaw said.
Stamp’s title victory hit highlight reels as she finished the talented South Korean to pick up the undisputed crown. It was the culmination of a goal Stamp had since arriving on the global stage. Buakaw was impressed by the historic mark because the Thai legend admitted it was something he could never accomplish.
“Even I couldn’t do that [attempt being a world champion in MMA, Muay Thai, and kickboxing]. So, I got to give it up to her. Congratulations to her. I wish she keeps up the good work,” the Thai star remarked.
While Stamp sits atop the atomweight MMA world, she is still eyeing the goal of wearing all three titles simultaneously. As such, a future return date with ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion Allycia Hellen Rodrigues entices the talented Thai athlete. In 2024, it is a match that seems very plausible.
Buakaw has little doubt Stamp can regain her throne in the striking world. The striking icon stated that he still believes she is still among the elite. That high praise does not come lightly and shows how beloved Stamp is among her peers as well as the adoring fans.
“Stamp is one of the best strikers I have my eyes on and one that I actually admire. She’s super tough. Her fighting style is on point. She’s at the top-ranked among Thai female strikers,” Buakaw said.
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