Youssef Boughanem x Johnny K

In this episode, we dive deep with legendary Muay Thai fighter and rising MMA talent Youssef Boughanem. With multiple titles at Lumpinee, Rajadamnern, and victories over icons like Saiyok, Sudsakorn, Rungrawee, and Wanchalerm, Youssef now finds himself undefeated in MMA under BRAVE CF, sitting at 4-0.

Unpacking his latest MMA win against Dimitris Moirotsos, breaking down the effectiveness of his Thai clinch in MMA, and how he mentally prepared despite complications before the bout. Youssef shares the evolution of his MMA game, the wrestlers and training partners he's working with, and what he’s learning from veterans like Nicolas Ott.

We talk about his approach to fighting, including mental preparation, what fans don’t see behind the scenes, and the sacrifices fighters make. He reflects on which of his historic Muay Thai opponents was the toughest and how he analyzed his weaknesses over the years to stay dominant.

BOA CONSTRICTOR

Pavel Trusov

Athlete

Jonathan Haggerty is a British professional Muay Thai fighter and kickboxer currently signed with ONE Championship. He is the reigning ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion and former ONE Flyweight & Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion.

LUKE LESSEI

3x Unified World Champion | WBC & WMC

Freddie

Joseph Anthony Martinez is an American ring announcer known for having worked with Mixed Martial Arts promotions Invicta FC, and the UFC.