Umar Semata (born 20 May 1992) is a Ugandan

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and

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fighter and the former WBC World Boxing Council Muay Thai Interim

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Champion.

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

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national Muay Thai team to compete in Thailand.

Muay Thai

On 20 July, 2012, in an event organized by the World Professional Muaythai Federation, Semata lost by point to

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, Thailand.

East African Muay Thai International Champion

On 14 June, 2013, Semata faced

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fighter Rhys Karakyriacos and won on points the World Boxing Council Muay Thai Interim

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

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Lethwei

In 2017, Semata agreed to terms with the

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and on 4 November, Semata made his

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debut against veteran

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at WLC 3: Legendary Champions in

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inside the

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. Semata lost by knockout in the second round.

Muay Thai record (incomplete)

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Lethwei record

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Kun Khmer record

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References

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