Wanheng Menayothin
| Wanheng Menayothin | |
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| Real name | Chayaphol Moonsri |
| Nickname(s) | Yak Khrae Mueang Thai (ยักษ์แคระเมืองไทย) "Thailand Dwarf Giant"[1] |
| Weight(s) | Mini flyweight |
| Height | 158 cm (5 ft 2 in) |
| Reach | 164 cm (65 in) |
| Nationality | Thai |
| Born | 27 October 1985 Amphoe Borabue, Maha Sarakham Province, Thailand |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 56 |
| Wins | 55 |
| Wins by KO | 19 |
| Losses | 1 |
Chayaphon Moonsri (Thai: ชยพล มูลศรี; formerly: Saengsuree Moonsri; แสงสุรีย์ มูลศรี; born 27 October 1985), known as Wanheng Menayothin (วันเฮง มีนะโยธิน) or Wanheng Kaiyanghadaogym is a Thai professional boxer who held the WBC strawweight title from 2014 to 2020. As of January 2021, he is ranked as the world's third best active strawweight by BoxRec,[2] The Ring[3] and the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board.[4]
Early life and Muay Thai career[]
Moonsri graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Bangkokthonburi University.[5] Prior to becoming a professional boxer, Menayothin was a Muay Thai fighter. Kaiyanghadaogym took up Muay Thai at 13 and he sustained his family with the money he earned from fighting. He went on to become a Lumpinee champion and a Thai national champion.[6]
Boxing career[]
Wanheng made his professional debut in January 2007. He won the WBC Youth strawweight title in his third fight. He later claimed two more secondary titles, with the WBC International Silver title and the WBC International title. In June 2011, Wanheng outpointed former world champion Florante Condes. On 31 May 2013, Moonsri defeated Raul Pusta Jr. by ninth-round technical knockout to retain the WBC International strawweight title.[7]
On 6 November 2014, Wanheng won his first world title when he defeated defending champion Oswaldo Novoa to win the WBC strawweight title. Novoa was badly hurt by an overhand punch in the ninth round and he retired in the corner.[8] Wanheng's promoter, Virat Vachirarattanawong, paid $175,000 dollars to host the fight, a rarely high purse for the weight class.[9] In his sixth defense, Wanheng beat Melvin Jerusalem via unanimous decision (115–113, 114–113, 114–113). Two scorecards were swung by a point deduction Jerusalem received after he threw a low blow.[10]
Undefeated World record[]
On 2 May 2018, Wanheng equalled Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s 50–0 record by knocking out Panamanian opponent Leroy Estrada in the fifth round in a mandatory title defense.
On 29 August 2018, Wanheng eclipsed Mayweather, reaching 51–0 with a points win over Pedro Taduran.[11]
On 31 May, 2019, Menayothin fought Tatsuya Fukuhara. Despite suffering a cut, Menayothin managed to outbox his opponent. In the eighth round, the cut was deemed too severe by the referee, who stopped the fight early, and went to the scorecards. Menayothin was leading on all three scorecards at the time, 79-73, 78-74 and 78-74, and was awarded the technical decision victory and retained his WBC strawweight belt.[12]
In his next fight, Menayothin defended his title against Simphiwe Khonco. The WBC champion won via unanimous decision.[13]
First loss[]
On 27 November 2020, he faced the WBC's number three ranked contender, Panya Pradabsri, at the City Hall Ground in Nakhon Sawan, Thailand. After a closely contested fight Menayothin suffered the first defeat of his career, losing his WBC title via twelve-round unanimous decision. All three judges scored the bout 115–113 in favour of Pradabsri.[14]
Professional boxing record[]
| 56 fights | 55 wins | 1 loss |
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| By knockout | 19 | 0 |
| By decision | 36 | 1 |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 57 | N/A | N/A |  Panya Pradabsri
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N/A | – (12) | Jan 25, 2022 | Thailand
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For WBC strawweight title |
| 56 | Win | 55–1 | Jinnawat Rienpit
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KO | 3 (6), 0:45 | 2 Nov 2021 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Sawan, Thailand
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| 55 | Loss | 54–1 | Panya Pradabsri
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UD | 12 | 27 Nov 2020 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Sawan, Thailand
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Lost WBC strawweight title |
| 54 | Win | 54–0 |  Simphiwe Khonco
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UD | 12 | 25 Oct 2019 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 53 | Win | 53–0 |  Tatsuya Fukuhara
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TD | 8 (12) | 31 May 2019 | City Hall, Chachoengsao, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title; Unanimous TD after Menayothin cut from accidental head clash |
| 52 | Win | 52–0 |  Mektison Marganti
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UD | 6 | 16 Nov 2018 | Sofia Hotel, Prachinburi, Thailand
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| 51 | Win | 51–0 |  Pedro Taduran
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UD | 12 | 29 Aug 2018 | Nakhon Sawan, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 50 | Win | 50–0 |  Leroy Estrada
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TKO | 5 (12), 2:20 | 2 May 2018 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 49 | Win | 49–0 | Tatsuya Fukuhara
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UD | 12 | 25 Nov 2017 | Suranari Central Stadium, Nakhon Ratsachima, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 48 | Win | 48–0 | Jack Amisa
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UD | 6 | 25 Aug 2017 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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| 47 | Win | 47–0 |  Omari Kimweri
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UD | 12 | 3 Jun 2017 | Provincial Stadium, Rayong, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 46 | Win | 46–0 | Jeysever Abcede
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UD | 6 | 31 Mar 2017 | Bangmod Wittaya School, Chom Thong, Thailand
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| 45 | Win | 45–0 | Melvin Jerusalem
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UD | 12 | 25 Jan 2017 | Institute of Physical Education Stadium, Sukhothai, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 44 | Win | 44–0 | Silem Serang
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PTS | 6 | 14 Dec 2016 | Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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| 43 | Win | 43–0 |  Saúl Juárez
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UD | 12 | 2 Aug 2016 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 42 | Win | 42–0 | Edo Anggoro
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KO | 4 (8) | 27 May 2016 | Night Bazzar, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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| 41 | Win | 41–0 | Go Odaira
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TKO | 5 (12), 2:00 | 3 Mar 2016 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 40 | Win | 40–0 |  Young Gil Bae
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TKO | 9 (12), 2:15 | 24 Nov 2015 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 39 | Win | 39–0 | Ardi Buyung
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TKO | 4 (6) | 8 Oct 2015 | Siam Paradise Entertainment Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 38 | Win | 38–0 | Jerry Tomogdan
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KO | 9 (12), 1:04 | 2 Jun 2015 | 11th Inf Reg, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 37 | Win | 37–0 | Jeffrey Galero
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UD | 12 | 5 Feb 2015 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Sawan, Thailand
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Retained WBC strawweight title |
| 36 | Win | 36–0 | Oswaldo Novoa
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RTD | 9 (12), 3:00 | 6 Nov 2014 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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Won WBC strawweight title |
| 35 | Win | 35–0 | Samuel Tehuayo
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UD | 6 | 27 Jun 2014 | Night Bazzar, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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| 34 | Win | 34–0 | Domi Nenokeba
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TKO | 4 (6) | 25 Apr 2014 | Central Stadium, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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| 33 | Win | 33–0 | Heri Amol
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UD | 6 | 28 Mar 2014 | Chokchai 4 Market, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 32 | Win | 32–0 | Madit Sada
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UD | 6 | 27 Dec 2013 | Siam Paradise Entertainment Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 31 | Win | 31–0 | Jack Amisa
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UD | 10 | 31 Oct 2013 | Hat Yai, Thailand
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| 30 | Win | 30–0 | Yuma Iwahashi
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UD | 12 | 30 Aug 2013 | City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC International strawweight title |
| 29 | Win | 29–0 | Domi Nenokeba
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TKO | 2 (6) | 24 Jul 2013 | Central Stadium, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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| 28 | Win | 28–0 | Raul Pusta, Jr.
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TKO | 9 (12), 1:14 | 31 May 2013 | Toyota Office, Kanchanaburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC International strawweight title |
| 27 | Win | 27–0 | Samuel Tehuayo
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UD | 6 | 29 Mar 2013 | Thungsimuang, Udon Thani, Thailand
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| 26 | Win | 26–0 | Jack Amisa
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UD | 6 | 25 Jan 2013 | Wat Bannamtieng, Maha Sarakham, Thailand
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| 25 | Win | 25–0 | Roilo Golez
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UD | 12 | 3 Dec 2012 | 11th Inf Reg, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC International strawweight title |
| 24 | Win | 24–0 | Jerson Luzarito
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TKO | 8 (12), 1:40 | 28 Sep 2012 | Kad Choengdoi, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Retained WBC International strawweight title |
| 23 | Win | 23–0 | Safwan Lombok
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UD | 6 | 22 Jun 2012 | Bungkum, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 22 | Win | 22–0 | Boy Tanto
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TKO | 2 | 27 Apr 2012 | Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
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| 21 | Win | 21–0 | Jonathan Refugio
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TKO | 9 (12), 2:40 | 24 Feb 2012 | Siam Cociety Hotel and Resort, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC International strawweight title |
| 20 | Win | 20–0 | Albert Alcoy
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UD | 6 | 23 Dec 2011 | 11th Inf Reg, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 19 | Win | 19–0 | Crison Omayao
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UD | 12 | 11 Nov 2011 | Thabo, Nong Khai, Thailand
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Won vacant WBC International strawweight title |
| 18 | Win | 18–0 | Jetly Purisima
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KO | 11 (12), 0:47 | 20 Sep 2011 | Municipal Stadium, Kanchanaburi, Thailand
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Retained WBC Silver International strawweight title |
| 17 | Win | 17–0 | Florante Condes
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UD | 12 | 24 Jun 2011 | Chokchai 4 Market, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC Silver International strawweight title |
| 16 | Win | 16–0 | Noli Morales
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TD | 6 (12), 2:12 | 31 Mar 2011 | Sara Buri, Thailand
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Retained WBC Silver International strawweight title |
| 15 | Win | 15–0 | Remy Cuambot
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TD | 10 (12), 1:57 | 6 Jan 2011 | Central Stadium, Nakhon Phanom, Thailand
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Won vacant WBC Silver International strawweight title; Unanimous TD |
| 14 | Win | 14–0 | Jayson Rotoni
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UD | 12 | 6 Aug 2010 | Light Infantry Boxing Arena, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC interim International strawweight title |
| 13 | Win | 13–0 | Ronelle Ferreras
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UD | 12 | 30 Apr 2010 | Ayutthaya Park, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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Retained WBC interim International strawweight title |
| 12 | Win | 12–0 | Jayson Rotoni
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UD | 12 | 24 Dec 2009 | 11th Inf Reg, Bangkok, Thailand
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Won WBC interim International strawweight title |
| 11 | Win | 11–0 | Justin Golden Boy
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KO | 3 (10), 2:21 | 2 Oct 2009 | Provincial School, Nakhon Phanom, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Ruel Lagunero
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UD | 10 | 26 Jun 2009 | City Hall Ground, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Adi Nukung
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UD | 10 | 25 Feb 2009 | Ayutthaya Park, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Ardin Diale
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UD | 10 | 31 Oct 2008 | Chokchai Four, Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 |  Kuk Chok Jo
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TKO | 6 (10) | 29 Aug 2008 | Railway Station Boxing Arena, Sara Buri, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Sofyan Effendi
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UD | 10 | 25 Apr 2008 | Bangkok, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Armando dela Cruz
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KO | 5 (10) | 24 Oct 2007 | Wat Yai Klang, Bang Phli, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Dennis Juntillano
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UD | 10 | 31 Jul 2007 | District Office, Chom Thong, Thailand
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Retained WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 |  Ma Yi Ming
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TKO | 1 (10), 2:21 | 30 Mar 2007 | Mathayom Wat Sing School, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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Won vacant WBC Youth World strawweight title |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Danny Linasa
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UD | 8 | 23 Feb 2007 | Chokchai 4 Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Roel Gade
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UD | 6 | 26 Jan 2007 | City Hall, Tak, Thailand
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Muay Thai record[]
| 55 Wins, 23 Losses, 2 Draws | ||||||||
| Date | Result | Opponent | Event | Location | Method | Round | Time | |
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| 10 May 2011 | Loss | Phetmorakot Petchyindee Academy |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2 Nov 2010 | Won | Khunsuek P.N.Gym |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 13 Jul 2010 | Won | Chaidet Sor.Sor.Suriya |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | TKO | 2 | ||
| 5 Mar 2010 | Loss | Khunsuek P.N.Gym |
Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | ||
| For the Thailand 108 lbs title. | ||||||||
| 1 May 2009 | Loss | Phetmorakot Teeded99 |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 8 Dec 2008 | Won | Jomhod Eminentair |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 7 Dec 2007 | Won | Nongnan Kiatpatum |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 22 Sep 2006 | Won | Jomhod Eminentair |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Defends Lumpinee Stadium 105 lbs title | ||||||||
| 29 Aug 2006 | Loss | Norasing Lukbanyai |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2 Jun 2006 | Won | Khunponjew Siangsawanpanpa |
Lumpinee Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins the Lumpinee Stadium 105 lbs title. | ||||||||
| 22 Dec 2005 | Won | Kaimukdam Pomkhwannarong |
Rajadamnern Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 18 Feb 2004 | Loss | Weraburuthai Saksomshy |
Rajadamnern Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | TKO | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 30 Oct 2003 | Loss | Luknimit Singklongsi |
Rajadamnern Stadium | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Legend: Win Loss Draw/No contest Notes | ||||||||
References[]
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- ^ "RANKINGS | Transnational Boxing Rankings Board". Retrieved 9 February 2020.
- ^ "Photos: Wanheng Menayothin on Weight For 51-0 Showdown". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 1 May 2019.
- ^ "'It is my duty to punch': Wanheng Menayothin interview". Boxing Monthly. Retrieved 1 May 2019.
- ^ "Wanheng Menayothin, Tiger Tor Buamas Win Bouts". Retrieved 2 June 2013.
- ^ "Wanheng Menayothin Stops Novoa For WBC Crown". Retrieved 6 November 2014.
- ^ "Petpiya Fight Wins Purse Bid For Novoa vs. Menayothin". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 1 May 2019.
- ^ "Wanheng Meenayothin Wins Very Close Decision, Retains WBC Belt". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 1 May 2019.
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- ^ "Menayothin Scores Repeat Win Over Fukuhara, Goes To 53-0". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-01-10.
- ^ "Moonsri vs Konkco - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-10.
- ^ "Panya Pradabsri Shocks Wanheng Menayothin, Wins WBC Title & Snaps Record". BoxingScene.com. 27 November 2020. Retrieved 9 December 2020.
External links[]
- 1985 births
- Living people
- People from Maha Sarakham Province
- Thai male Muay Thai practitioners
- World Boxing Council champions
- Thai male boxers
- Mini-flyweight boxers
- World mini-flyweight boxing champions