Thai woman wins title fight behind bars, will be released from Jail

SirFozzie · 04-03-2007, 03:27 PM

It sounds like a plot for a cheesy martial arts movie, don't it?

http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/box...ory?id=2823712

BANGKOK, Thailand -- Thai inmate Samson Sor Siriporn boosted her chances of freedom by beating Japan's Ayaka Miyano to win the vacant women's WBC light flyweight title at the notorious "Bangkok Hilton" prison on Tuesday.

Under the gaze of dozens of prison guards, Siriporn, a convicted drug dealer, battled through the unforgiving Thai heat to score a unanimous victory on points and kick-start parole proceedings for her early release.

"I've been in jail for a long time now, I hope this will see me released early," said Siriporn, flanked by guards and surrounded by photographers. "When I'm free I'll carry on fighting. I want to fight all over the world."

Fighting in a makeshift ring in the grounds of the infamous Klong Prem prison with the Thai crowd chanting "fight, fight," Siriporn was on the attack from the start and repeatedly forced Miyano on to the ropes with a barrage of punches.

The intense afternoon heat took its toll on Miyano, who twice fell to the canvas as a result of Siriporn's relentless attacks.

Siriporn's sparring partners also watched the fight, while transvestites in high heels and skimpy outfits were allowed out of their cells to parade around the ring with placards at the beginning of each round.

Siriporn fended off a Miyano comeback in the penultimate round to outpoint her opponent 97-93, 98-92, 100-91 and become the first prisoner to win a world boxing title.

"I'm so happy with the way I performed today," she said. "I'm very proud."
Siriporn, 24, was jailed seven years ago for selling methamphetamine pills and took up boxing to pass the time and to protect herself from violent inmates.

Thai corrections department chief Natti Jitsawang said Siriporn's criminal days were over and her victory would likely see her freed three years early.

"We will start the process for her parole immediately," Natti told reporters just moments after the fight.

"I think it's very likely she will be released as a result of this victory, maybe in a couple of months. We gave her a chance to show us her talent, and she has done that.

He added: "She is a changed woman, and now she has the chance to be free and fight around the world."

Logan · 04-03-2007, 03:32 PM

I guess Tyson did his damage in the wrong country.

lighthousekeeper · 04-03-2007, 03:52 PM

They house tranny's and females in the same pen?

SirFozzie · 04-03-2007, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lighthousekeeper

They house tranny's and females in the same pen?

I think they house everyone in that pen

molson · 04-03-2007, 04:53 PM

Now this is how to build an Olympic program

cthomer5000 · 04-03-2007, 05:01 PM

Man, that is an awesome story.

JediKooter · 04-03-2007, 05:18 PM

Wasn't this a Jean Claude Van Damne movie?

daedalus · 04-03-2007, 08:36 PM

Lesson: Don't fuck with Thai people.

We scary.

SirFozzie · 06-13-2007, 10:01 AM

BANGKOK, Thailand -- Thailand's first female boxing world champion was released from jail Wednesday as reward for winning the world light-flyweight title.

Siriporn Thaweesuk was released on parole from the women's prison in Pathum Thani province, 20 miles north of Bangkok, three years before the end of her seven-year sentence for selling amphetamines.

Siriporn -- or Samson Sor Siriporn as she is known in the ring -- defeated Japan's Ayaka Miyano for the title in a prison yard bout in April amid cheers from other inmates and prison guards.

The decision by prison authorities to grant her parole for winning the title was not without controversy, but the boxing champion shrugged off the criticism as she left prison.

"Thanks for those who supported a convict like me," Siriporn said at a press conference after her release. "Some may not agree but I don't care. I am happy that there are people willing to support me. I like to thank all the officials as well."

A first-time offender, Siriporn grew up in a poor family in the Thai capital of Bangkok, where her family made a living by selling clothes on the roadside.

After her release, Siriporn will continue to train on the prison grounds and live in a house provided by the prison authorities in a nearby compound. She will be required to report to the director of the women's prison once a month.

The victory was her first since losing the WBC Straw-weight title to Japan's Nanako Kikuchi last year.

Siriporn's first bout to defend her title is set for late July.

miami_fan · 06-13-2007, 10:19 AM

She should fly to California and give Paris an opportunity a shot at the title and a shot at reducing her sentence.

Wolfpack · 06-13-2007, 10:30 AM

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She should fly to California and give Paris an opportunity a shot at the title and a shot at reducing her sentence.

Isn't this essentially the idea behind "The Running Man"?

Lathum · 06-13-2007, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolfpack

Isn't this essentially the idea behind "The Running Man"?

huh?

bulletsponge · 06-13-2007, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolfpack

Isn't this essentially the idea behind "The Running Man"?

the movie yes, book ne. btw that movie WFB

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SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	BANGKOK, Thailand -- Thailand's first female boxing world champion was released from jail Wednesday as reward for winning the world light-flyweight title. Siriporn Thaweesuk was released on parole from the women's prison in Pathum Thani province, 20 miles north of Bangkok, three years before the end of her seven-year sentence for selling amphetamines. Siriporn -- or Samson Sor Siriporn as she is known in the ring -- defeated Japan's Ayaka Miyano for the title in a prison yard bout in April amid cheers from other inmates and prison guards. The decision by prison authorities to grant her parole for winning the title was not without controversy, but the boxing champion shrugged off the criticism as she left prison. "Thanks for those who supported a convict like me," Siriporn said at a press conference after her release. "Some may not agree but I don't care. I am happy that there are people willing to support me. I like to thank all the officials as well." A first-time offender, Siriporn grew up in a poor family in the Thai capital of Bangkok, where her family made a living by selling clothes on the roadside. After her release, Siriporn will continue to train on the prison grounds and live in a house provided by the prison authorities in a nearby compound. She will be required to report to the director of the women's prison once a month. The victory was her first since losing the WBC Straw-weight title to Japan's Nanako Kikuchi last year. Siriporn's first bout to defend her title is set for late July. __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

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Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	I guess Tyson did his damage in the wrong country.

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