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Muay Thai Fighter Suekim Sustains Rib Injury After The Inner Circle 25 Victory
Following his main event win at The Inner Circle 25, Muay Thai fighter Suekim revealed he suffered a broken rib during the bout.
On August 7, 2026, Muay Thai fighter Suekim Sor.Jor.Tongprajin secured a points victory over former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Nabil Anane in the main event of 'The Inner Circle 25' held at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, Suekim later shared an X-ray image on social media confirming that he had sustained a broken rib during the match. The fighter expressed surprise at the severity of the injury, noting that he had continued to fight despite the pain. He confirmed that his medical team has advised a recovery period of approximately three months. Nabil Anane publicly sent his well-wishes to Suekim following the revelation, to which Suekim responded by acknowledging the three-month recovery timeline.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, this incident highlights the intense physical demands of professional Muay Thai matches held at iconic venues like Lumpinee Stadium. While the event concluded successfully, the injury serves as a reminder of the risks involved in high-level combat sports. As of now, there are no further updates regarding Suekim’s future fight schedule or potential changes to upcoming event cards at the stadium. Fans and followers are advised to monitor official announcements from the promotion regarding any adjustments to future lineups.