Watch the viral injury video of Iranian Muay Thai fighter Shayan Heydari, who suffered a broken nose after his fight against Por Tor Thor Petchrungruang
During a recent match, an Iranian Muay Thai athlete experienced a severe nasal injury that could potentially be remembered as one of the most severe in history. The incident occurred during a confrontation between Shayan Heydari and Por Tor Thor Petchrungruang, a 26-year-old Thai competitor. In the second round, Heydari was struck by a powerful uppercut, leading to the disturbing footage spreading rapidly across the internet, provoking shock and dismay.
Iranian Muay Thai fighter Shayan Heydari suffers gruesome nose injury, video goes viral
THAI FIGHT, a Muay Thai promotion headquartered in Thailand, aims to showcase Thai culture and traditions through its events. Following standard protocol for nose injuries, Heydari will be sidelined for approximately three weeks before he can resume any form of ring activity, though given the severity of his injury, a longer recovery period seems likely.
🚨 Por Tor Thor Petchrungruang a complètement DÉTRUIT le nez de Shayan Heydari ! 😨👃
— SPORTS ZONE (@SportsZone__) March 24, 2024
Who is Shayan Heydari?
Shayan Heydari endured a devastating TKO loss to Por Tor Thor Petchrungruang on March 24th. However, what garnered attention was the severe damage to his nose, which quickly circulated online as one of the most gruesome injuries in combat sports history. Heydari struggled to continue after his nose was brutally broken, eventually dropping to his knees to shield it from further harm.
Competing in the THAI FIGHT Kard Chuek Pluak Daeng event, Heydari sustained the injury in the second round but managed to remain standing. Despite enduring a barrage of punches from Petchrungruang, he couldn’t withstand the pain, necessitating medical attention before Petchrungruang was declared the winner by TKO.
Who won Por Tor Thor Petchrungruang vs Shayan Heydari?
Following medical attention from the on-site staff, the Iranian fighter was attended to, after which Petchrungruang emerged victorious via technical knockout. This victory bolstered his exceptional record to 105 wins, 23 losses, and 2 draws. Presently, Petchrungruang maintains an impressive six-fight winning streak, having previously achieved a string of 25 consecutive victories before being halted by Miguel Trindade in April 2023.
At the age of 26, he experienced a knockout from a left hook, bringing an end to his winning streak that had begun in December 2018. With this recent triumph, Petchrungruang appears poised for another remarkable series of victories, while Heydari may need some time to recuperate before considering a return.