Welcome to the savage world of Lethwei, also known as Burmese Bare-Knuckle Boxing — the most brutal martial art in existence. Unlike Muay Thai or boxing, Lethwei allows fighters to strike with fists, ...

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Lethwei, Myanmar’s national sport, is one of the most brutal striking styles in the world—allowing bare knuckle punches, elbows, kicks, knees and headbutts. Traditionally, the fights are 5 rounds, and ...

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Chris finds out about Lethwei boxing with world number two fighter Nicola 'The Burmese Python'Chris finds out about Lethwei boxing with world number two fighter Nicola 'The Burmese Python' ...

Lethwei fighters once fought only with knuckles bound by cloth. Today, mixed martial arts matches incorporating Lethwei tend to enforce the use of gloves.