Umar Semata (born 20 May 1987) is a Ugandan

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fighter and the former World Boxing Council Muay Thai Interim

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Champion, a title he has held since 14 June 2013.

Biography

Early career

After winning numerous events in boxing, he was spotted by Shala Golola who immediately recognized his talents and convinced him to swap to

. Semata was selected at the age of 18 to represent the Ugandan national Muay Thai team to compete in Thailand.

Muay Thai

In an event organized by the World Professional Muaythai Federation Semata lost by point to Saenchai on 20 July 2012 in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand.

East African Muay Thai International Champion

On 14 June 2013, Semata faced Australian fighter Rhys Karakyriacos and won on points the World Boxing Council Muay Thai Interim

Champion. The fight took place in Semata's hometown of Kampala, Uganda.

Lethwei

In 2017, Semata agreed to terms with the World Lethwei Championship and on 4 November, Semata made his

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debut against veteran Soe Lin Oo at WLC 3: Legendary Champions in Yangon,

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inside the Thuwunna National Indoor Stadium. Semata lost by knockout in the second round.

Lethwei record

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Muay Thai record

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Saenchai PKSaenchaimuaythaigym Suphachai "Saenchai" Saepong (born July 30, 1980), formerly known as Saenchai Sor. Kingstar ( th, แสนชัย ส.คิงสตาร์), is a Muay Thai fighter of Khon Isan descent. Saenchai won the Lumpinee Stadium title, which is ...

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References

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