Carlos Canizales Outpoints Thammanoon Niyomtrong to Retain WBC Light Flyweight Title in Bangkok Battle

The Imperial Queens Park Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, buzzed with regional intensity on December 4, 2025, as Carlos Canizales defended his WBC light flyweight title via unanimous decision (116-112, 117-111, 115-113) over Thammanoon Niyomtrong in a 12-round chess match. Canizales’ sharp counterpunching and footwork edged Niyomtrong’s relentless pressure, marking the Venezuelan’s first successful defense. Broadcast on local Thai networks with international streaming, the bout captivated a packed crowd of 4,500, fueled by Bangkok’s fight-week energy including fan clinics and a Sukhumvit fan zone. X posts like @ThaiBoxingX dubbed it “Canizales’ technical clinic,” solidifying his reign in the 108-pound division.

Fight Overview
Canizales vs. Niyomtrong headlined the main card at the Imperial Queens Park Hotel ballroom, starting at 8:00 p.m. ICT after prelims at 6:00 p.m. ICT. Slated for around 9:30 p.m. ICT, the stakes were high: Canizales, 29, sought to prove his 2025 title win over Kenshiro Teraji was no fluke, while Niyomtrong, 34, aimed for a record-tying defense in his comeback bid. Betway odds favored Canizales at -220, banking on his youth, with Niyomtrong at +180, buoyed by experience. X framed it as a veteran-vs-rising-star clash, with @AsiaBoxingX posting, “Canizales’ speed vs. Thammanoon’s engine—Bangkok’s in for a war!” The 4,500 fans, hyped by fight-week events like a Chatuchak open workout and a Muay Thai crossover show, created a vibrant atmosphere. X polls leaned 58% toward Canizales’ precision, with 42% backing Niyomtrong’s volume, per @FightPulseX.

Carlos Canizales
The 29-year-old from Caracas, Venezuela, entered with a 27-1-1 record (22 KOs), standing 5’3” with a 64-inch reach. The southpaw averages 6.8 significant punches per round with 57% accuracy (Compubox), known for crisp counters. His 2025 UD over Teraji earned him the belt. Training at a Bangkok camp, X clips showed him drilling footwork with coach Orlando Salgado. His 70% counter success and resilience make him a rising star, with @BoxingLatam tweeting, “Canizales is the future at 108.”

Thammanoon Niyomtrong
The 34-year-old from Bangkok, Thailand, carried a 25-1 record (9 KOs), at 5’2” with a 63-inch reach. The former long-reigning champ lands 7.2 punches per round at 52% accuracy (Compubox), famous for pressure. His 2024 loss to Oscar Collazo snapped a title run. Training at Petchyindee Academy, X footage showed him sharpening body shots with coach Somrot. @ThaiFightX noted, “Thammanoon’s +180 odds are value for home support.”

The Fight: Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: Bangkok cheers as Canizales opens with a jab, using his 1-inch reach to keep Niyomtrong at bay. Thammanoon presses at 1:20, landing a body hook, but Canizales counters with a left at 2:45, swelling Niyomtrong’s cheek. Compubox: Canizales 25/42 to Niyomtrong’s 14/32. @BoxingThai scores 10-9 Canizales.

Round 2-3: Niyomtrong aggresses in Round 2, landing a three-punch combo at 0:50. Canizales circles, firing a straight left at 2:00. Round 3: Canizales lands 30/48, dodging pressure. A mouse forms under Niyomtrong’s eye at 2:30. Judges likely give Canizales both, 20-18.

Round 4-6: Niyomtrong traps Canizales in Round 4, landing shorts at 1:15. Canizales escapes, countering with a flurry at 2:20. Rounds 5-6: Canizales outlands 75-58 with angles; Round 6 uppercut wobbles Niyomtrong. Compubox: 10-9 Canizales each.

Round 7-9: Niyomtrong rallies Round 7, landing a hook at 1:40 (20 landed). Canizales reclaims in 8-9, jabbing 40/65. Scores likely 10-9 Niyomtrong in 7, 10-9 Canizales in 8-9.

Round 10-12: Canizales dominates Round 10 with 38/60 punches, body work slowing Niyomtrong. Round 11: Niyomtrong presses, but Canizales’ counters edge it. Final round: Niyomtrong swings, but Canizales’ 28 landed seal it. Compubox finale: Canizales 205/380 to Niyomtrong’s 160/340. UD for Canizales.

Key Moments and Impact
Canizales’ Counters: His 205/380 punches (54% accuracy) controlled pace, with 70% counter rate key. @BoxingAsiaX: “Carlos’ IQ won it.”
Niyomtrong’s Pressure: Round 7 rally and 48 body shots kept it close, 47% accuracy gritty. @ThaiBoxX: “Thammanoon never quit.”
Fan Reaction: The 4,500 fans roared for Niyomtrong’s surges; X polls 60% Canizales.
Cut Impact: Niyomtrong’s cheek swelling impaired but showed heart.

Post-Fight Analysis and Implications
Post-fight with Channel 7, Canizales said, “This is for Venezuela! Kenshiro rematch next!” His defense nets a $50,000 bonus, marking his 28th win. His 57% accuracy cements elite status; unification with Yudai Shigeoka looms.
Niyomtrong, now 25-2, saluted the crowd: “Canizales was better; I’ll fight on.” X suggests a rematch or Petch CP Freshmart bout. At 34, his engine endures.
Light flyweight heats up with Shigeoka, Collazo circling. Canizales’ win solidifies his throne.

Event Context and Bangkok Atmosphere
The December 4 card featured a co-main TKO by Srisaket Sor Rungvisai. Undercard included a flyweight decision by Jade Bornea. The 4,500 fans, hyped by Sukhumvit events, created a festive vibe. @BoxingThai tweeted, “Bangkok brought the heat!” The event’s 45% decision rate added depth.

What’s Next?
Canizales eyes Shigeoka unification in 2026. Niyomtrong targets a March return. This Bangkok thriller reaffirms Canizales as 108-pound king.

On December 4, 2025, Carlos Canizales outboxed Thammanoon Niyomtrong via UD, counters securing his WBC strap amid hotel ballroom roars. Precision paths to unification, as light flyweight drama builds.