Behind Henry Gurney’s walls, Muay Thai gives young offenders a shot at redemption
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — Inside the ring, he is simply another Muay Thai athlete, carrying the same responsibility as his teammates.Every punch and kick is delivered with a single...
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Every punch and kick is delivered with a single purpose, to give his all for Malaysia, with the Jalur Gemilang proudly emblazoned across his chest.
Yet beneath the national jersey, Ahyan, 20, is unlike most athletes who rise through sports schools or elite training academies before representing the country on the international stage.
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- Aug 12, 2026
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