Historic WKN Kun Khmer

🇰🇭 Historic WKN Kun Khmer World Championship Set for Cambodia
Panha 🇰🇭and 🇲🇦 Roigate Face Off Ahead of a Landmark Showdown
Kun Khmer is about to enter a new era in combat sports history. On Sunday, January 11, 2026, Cambodia will host its first-ever WKN World Championship, marking a historic milestone for the country and for Kun Khmer on the global stage.
Today, Lorn Panha (Cambodia) and Zakaria Roigate (Morocco) officially came face to face during the formal presentation of this highly anticipated world championship bout. The staredown symbolized the beginning of a monumental WKN Kun Khmer World Title fight in the super lightweight division.
Both fighters are well known and respected in Cambodia, and their clash promises to be an elite-level championship battle. Beyond the sporting challenge, the stakes are historic: the winner will become the first WKN Kun Khmer World Champion ever crowned.
This event will mark several unprecedented firsts:
• The first WKN World Championship ever held in Cambodia
• The first WKN World Championship fought under Kun Khmer rules
• The first officially recorded Kun Khmer fight on BoxRec, the world’s leading combat sports database
A key highlight of the presentation was the unveiling of the magnificent WKN World Championship belt. This exceptional belt is destined to remain in the annals of combat sports history, as it represents the very first world title belt ever awarded in Kun Khmer, a true symbol of recognition for the discipline.
The championship event will take place in Koh Thom District, Kandal Province, in front of local residents and fans, supported by a powerful and prestigious undercard. The event is officially coordinated by General Khov Chayy, under the authority of the WKN.
📍 Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
🕡 Time: From 6:30 PM
🏟 Venue: Stadium, Srok Koh Thom, Prek Thom, Prek Thmey Commune, Koh Thom District, Kandal Province, Cambodia
This historic night will stand as a defining moment for Kun Khmer and Cambodian martial arts, showcasing tradition, excellence, and global recognition under the WKN banner.