YOKKAO 52 Returns to the UK with Hitman Fight League

May 5, 2026 – Manchester
YOKKAO has officially announced its return to the United Kingdom with YOKKAO 52, presented in partnership with Hitman Fight League. This highly anticipated event marks a major milestone as YOKKAO brings its global platform back to one of its most important markets, following its continued expansion and the recent announcement of YOKKAO 51 in Australia.

A Historic Return to the UK

YOKKAO has played a key role in shaping the modern Muay Thai scene in the UK, actively promoting the sport and helping elevate it to international recognition through world-class events and elite fight cards.

Over the years, YOKKAO events in the UK have featured some of the most iconic names in Muay Thai, including Liam Harrison, Saenchai, Jordan Watson, Pakorn, Singdam, Superlek, Jonathan Haggerty, and Dakota Ditcheva, among many others.

With YOKKAO 52, the promotion returns to continue building on this legacy, bringing high-level Muay Thai back to UK fans.

A Powerful Partnership

The event will be promoted in collaboration with the Hitman Team, led by Liam Harrison alongside Simon Jay and Andy Howson, marking a powerful partnership between two major forces in the Muay Thai community.

“This is a milestone for Hitman Fight League. YOKKAO has set the benchmark for striking events worldwide, and partnering with them allows us to amplify the sport, empower fighters, and deliver a night of action that fans will never forget,” said the Hitman Fight League team.

Building on a Global Vision

The return to the UK comes as part of YOKKAO’s broader global strategy, following its commitment to promoting over 52 events per year at the iconic Rajadamnern Stadium in Bangkok.

With additional partnerships, including the recent collaboration with MTL led by Nakia Wright, and the announcement of YOKKAO 51 in Australia, the brand continues to expand its international presence and create new opportunities for fighters worldwide.

The UK return will also mark the beginning of a new phase, with five Hitman Fight League events scheduled for 2027, alongside two YOKKAO numbered events, offering fighters and fans a platform at a level never seen before in the UK Muay Thai scene.

YOKKAO founder Philip Villa commented:

“We are very excited about the return of YOKKAO to the UK. We have been waiting for the right moment, and with the Hitman Team building a strong foundation in the UK and YOKKAO promoting at Rajadamnern, this is the perfect time to come back.

Our focus is on giving fighters the platform and visibility they deserve. The goal is to create real opportunities and provide one of the best stages in the world for athletes to compete and perform at the highest level”

The event will be streamed live worldwide on YOKKAO Fight Hub, YOKKAO’s new digital platform connecting fights, training, and the culture of Muay Thai.

Now live on yokkao.com, the platform will soon be available on iOS, Android, and major TV platforms including Samsung TV, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, and Roku.

This initiative marks a significant step forward in making Muay Thai more accessible to a global audience, allowing fans around the world to experience events live and engage with the sport like never before.

YOKKAO 52 is set to deliver a high level of competition, featuring top UK talent alongside international fighters, continuing the brand’s legacy of elite Muay Thai events.

More announcements, including fight cards and additional event details, will be revealed soon.

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