Jakkrit LG-Gym

Jakkrit LG-Gym
Born
Somsak Plapol
(สมศักดิ์ พลาผล)

(1974-03-24) 24 March 1974
NationalityThai
Other namesTim (ติ๋ม)[1]
Statistics
Weight(s)Junior flyweight
Boxing record
Total fights6
Wins6
Wins by KO3

Jakkrit LG-Gym (Thai: จักรกริช แอลจียิม; born: March 24, 1974 in Kamphaeng Phet province, upper central Thailand) is a retired Thai professional boxer who fought in the Junior flyweight (108 lb) division in the mid-1990s.

Biography

When Sairung Suwanasil lost the WBF Junior Flyweight title to Jesús "El Tigre" Chong, a fighter of Mexican-Chinese descent, on July 16, 1995, in Ayutthaya province, Jakkrit was surprisingly chosen to challenge for the title in a comeback match, despite having only four professional fights under his belt.

He caught the attention of the press at the announcement by showing up in his school uniform. At the time, he was still a high school student and a relatively unknown boxer. Prior to this, he had experience in Muay Thai, fighting under the name "Krataithong Kiatmontep." (กระต่ายทอง เกียรติมนต์เทพ) In late 1993, he faced Chaichana Dechthawee (who would later become known as Thangthong Kiattaweesuk) at Rajadamnern Stadium, where he lost by decision after five rounds.[2]

The title fight took place on October 21, 1995, in Nong Khai province. Although he endured a punishing 12-round battle, he ultimately emerged victorious by points decision.

Two months later, he took part in a non-title bout against Filipino boxer Benjamin Escobia and narrowly won in what was described as a razor-thin decision. However, during a training session not long afterward, Jakkrit suddenly collapsed. He was rushed to the hospital, where doctors discovered that his brain had suffered serious trauma, likely from the earlier fight with Chong.

He underwent surgery and regained consciousness, but the injuries left him permanently disabled, forcing him into early retirement at the age of just 21. His record to 6-0 (3KOs).

Today, Jakkrit lives with his parents in his hometown in Kamphaeng Phet province. He is paralyzed and has lost his eyesight. The Sports Authority of Thailand provides him with monthly financial support of 5,000 baht.[3][1]

Muay Thai record

Kickboxing record
Date Result Opponent Event Location Method Round Time
1995-03-13 Draw Thailand Attachai Por.Samranchai Rajadamnern Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1994-03-03 Win Thailand Liamphet Naratrikul Rajadamnern Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1994-01-24 Win Thailand Chanarit Sor.Chalermchai Yod Naomthong, Rajadamnern Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1993-10-08 Win Thailand Baeber Pranchai Lumpinee Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1993-07-13 Loss Thailand Chinrat Pranchai Lumpinee Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1993-03-23 Loss Thailand Yodsayam Sor.Prantalay Lumpinee Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
1993-02-13 Win Thailand Saengtawan Chor.Chaiphichit Lumpinee Stadium Bangkok, Thailand Decision 5 3:00
Legend:   Win   Loss   Draw/No contest   Notes

References

  1. ^ a b c "กกท.ยื่นมือช่วยอดีตแชมป์มวยจักรกริช แอลจียิมพิการ". Sanook.com (in Thai). 2009-04-23. Retrieved 2017-10-31.
  2. ^ Wiangwong, Suraphon (2024-08-14). ""ขวาเต็มพุง"". Facebook (in Thai). Retrieved 2014-08-24.
  3. ^ boxingboy (2008-06-15). "จักรกริช แอลจียิม". Thaiworldboxingchampions (in Thai). Retrieved 2017-10-31.