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Sitthichai secures World GP final berth

Thailand’s Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong, left, in action against Georgia’s Davit Kiria.

Singapore: Thai kickboxer Sitthichai “Killer Kid” Sitsongpeenong booked his spot in the One featherweight kickboxing World Grand Prix final after beating a tough-as-nails striking ace at the weekend.

Sitthichai defeated Davit Kiria by unanimous decision in their tournament semi-final bout at One: Only The Brave at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

From the onset, the Killer Kid used his precise knees, kicks, and punches to unsettle Kiria, who showed hesitation with his attacks.

The Thai also answered with precise counter-strikes when the Georgian tried to initiate exchanges.

Sitthichai even scored an eight-count over his opponent in round two courtesy of a left high kick, which all but solidified his third victory over Kiria,…

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