The International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) is the umbrella organization of all national Muaythai organizations worldwide. It is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, and administers all aspects of Muaythai sport globally. 157 countries are affiliated with the IFMA after seven national federations were added at the 2008 IFMA Congress in Rome.
In light of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the IFMA suspended athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing at any International Federation of Muaythai Associations events, and suspended all officials from these countries from officiating at any event sanctioned by the IFMA, as well as from attending or participating in any IFMA meetings, committees, and forums. In March 2023, the Russian Muaythai Federation sent a letter addressing the ISF and urging them to reverse the decision and allow Russian athletes to compete in ISF events. The RMF's statement included claims that the war was actually started by Ukraine and that 'Russia defends peace'. In May 2023, the International Federation of Muaythai Associations reinstated Russian and Belarusian athletes, shortly after a Russian missile attack forced the cancellation of a Muaythai event in Ukraine.
Combat Sports
Ring Sports
Wildwater / Wildring
Combat and Ring Sports
There are five continental associations affiliated with the IFMA. These associations are responsible for organizing continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the IFMA Board meetings.
International Federation of Muaythai Associations: An overview of the International Federation of Muaythai Associations https://www.ifmamuaythai.org/
2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine and its impact on sports: A report detailing the impact of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine on various sports, including Muaythai https://www.bbc.com/sport/60589195
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