The final night of the East Asian Muaythai Championships 2025 at Hong Kong’s iconic Queen Elizabeth Stadium delivered high drama and elite-level action, as hometown favorite So Chung Ho (HKG) edged past Wayne Low (SGP) to claim the WMC Asian Flyweight Title (51kg).
Contested over five intense rounds, the bout lived up to its billing as one of the most anticipated matchups of the championships. Both athletes showcased exceptional speed, technical precision, and unwavering determination, engaging in a tactical yet fiercely competitive contest that kept the crowd on edge from the opening bell to the final exchange.
So Chung Ho used sharp timing, crisp combinations, and strong ring control to apply constant pressure, while Wayne Low answered with intelligent movement, accurate counters, and moments of clear dominance that underlined his class and experience. At the end of the bout it was the Hong Kong athlete’s hand that was raised before been strapped up as the new champion.
With this win, So Chung Ho captures the WMC Asian Flyweight Title on home soil, marking a significant milestone in his career and adding to Hong Kong’s strong presence on the continental Muaythai stage. Wayne Low, despite the narrow loss, delivered a performance worthy of championship recognition and further cemented his status as one of Southeast Asia’s top flyweight contenders.
The bout stood as a fitting highlight of the East Asian Muaythai Championships 2025, which ran from 11–14 December, bringing together the region’s finest Muaythai athletes for four days of world-class competition and reinforcing WMC’s commitment to excellence at the highest level of the sport.