Khmer Nation

Cambodian People

People of Cambodia who practice the traditional full-contact kickboxing art Kun Khmer (Pradal Serey).

Quick Facts

Date of BirthAntiquity

EraAntiquity–present

Country of OriginCambodia

Rank / TitleNational Sport

Active YearsAntiquity–present

Biography

The Cambodian people preserved Kun Khmer (Pradal Serey), a national striking martial art emphasizing elbow strikes, clinching, knee thrusts, and kicking accompanied by ceremonial music.

Associated Martial Arts

Kun Khmer (Pradal Serey)Origin community→

Cambodian ring boxing of elbow and knee. It belongs to the same family as muay thai and lethwei; the dispute over their mutual origin has no clear answer.