02/09/2026
2026 ISKA Borneo International Kickboxing Championship Concludes
Sabah's Monster Muaythai Tops the Medal Tally with 31 Medals
[LABUAN, Sept 1] β The 2026 ISKA Borneo International Kickboxing Championship recently concluded successfully at the Palm Beach Resort & Spa, Labuan. Sabah's Monster Muaythai topped the overall medal tally with a total of 31 medals, comprising 14 golds, 12 silvers, and 5 bronzes.
The two-day event attracted 11 teams from Malaysia and abroad to engage in fierce competition.
This edition of the championship brought together domestic and international kickboxing athletes, offering participants valuable practical competitive experience while fostering friendship, sportsmanship, and exchange among fighters from various nations through the sport of kickboxing.
Rocky MMA placed second overall with 6 golds, 1 silver, and 1 bronze (8 medals in total), while BCG MMA ranked third with 4 golds, 12 silvers, and 5 bronzes (21 medals in total).
One of the main highlights of the event was the 80 kg Title Belt bout, which featured Emmanuel (Baldugan Team) from the Philippines' Destiny Training Center facing off against Kai Chee from Malaysia's Hikari MMA.
In the end, Emmanuel secured the victory in the second round. After Kai Chee's coaching team threw in the white towel during the match, the fight immediately concluded, awarding Emmanuel the championship belt by stoppage/submission.
Meanwhile, the champion title in the Women's 48 kg Semi-Pro division was claimed by Jesslin Chin of Kuala Lumpur's Sharks Muaythai & MMA. She defeated Valentina Nicollie of Sabah's Monster Muaythai in the final to take home the crown.
The organizers extended their appreciation to all participating athletes, coaches, team managers, referees, officials, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters from all sectors for their contributions to the smooth ex*****on of the championship.
The organizers noted that the event not only showcased the competitive prowess of kickboxing athletes, but also further promoted Labuan as a destination for hosting international sports events and developing sports tourism, providing a platform for local and international participants to exchange knowledge and build friendships through sports.
The organizers also congratulated all participating athletes and teams, praising the outstanding performances and high level of sportsmanship displayed throughout the event.
Image Captions
* Left Image: Emmanuel from the Philippines won the 80 kg division championship belt.
* Right Image: Overall champions, Monster Muaythai from Sabah.