At the World Games 2025 in Chengdu (China), the veteran Muay Thai boxer of Vietnam, Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat, was unable to protect the gold medal when losing unfortunately against Dmytro Shelesko in the semi -final of 57 kg.
Entering the match, the only joining confident. He proactively approached and constantly launched his forte, plus the scanning phase made the opponent difficult. At the end of the first half, the referees spent 10-9 in favor of Vietnamese boxers.
However, the game has changed from the second half. With the advantage of bodybuilding, Shelesko began to press and effectively use the knees and situations of counterattack. This tactical adjustment helps Ukrainian boxers to equalize 19-19 after two rounds.
The third half became a turning point when the only physical strength was significantly worn. Shelesko increased the approach, putting Vietnamese boxers in a supportive position. A situation of being knocked down at the end of the half made the only important point, and the final results, Shelesko won on the point, winning tickets to the final.
This failure means that the only unable to re -establish the achievement of the gold medal that won at the World Games 2022. He will enter the bronze battle with his determination to close the tournament with a victory.
Although the results were not as expected, the performance of “Lonely Cau Lon” against the number one opponent in the world still left many impressions. Only showed the bravery, stubbornness and the spirit of competition – the factors that made his name for more than a decade of fighting on the international arena.
The bronze battle will be the only opportunity to confirm that he is still one of the leading Muay Thai boxers in the region, and continues to inspire the generation of young Vietnamese athletes.