Burnley fighter follows brother to world Muay Thai title
A Burnley Muay Thai fighter has followed in his older brother’s footsteps by becoming a world champion at the Muay Thai Boxing Open World Championship in Great Yarmouth.
Mykolas Zaliekas, 20, won the prestigious title two years after his brother Matas, now 21, claimed the same honour at the event.
The brothers both train under senior instructor Kru Ian Preston at Wai Khru Thai Boxing on Accrington Road, Burnley.
Kru Ian said: “For both of them to win this prestigious title is amazing. It just goes to show what is possible if you are focused and dedicated.
“We are a small club in Burnley competing against the biggest clubs in the world and coming out on top.
“Matas and Mykolas are just two of our fighters and we have many more, from seven years old, who hold multiple titles.”
He added: “We are a friendly club, here to support all generations and the local community.
“We cater for all students, from raw novices and juniors to professional fighters. Our aim is to give everyone a great training experience.”