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Yohan Lidon (born March 28, 1983) is a French Muay Thai kickboxer.[1] He is a 3-time world champion in Muay Thai and kickboxing - including being the first ever It's Showtime 73MAX world champion.
Key Information
As of July 2021, he is the #9 ranked welterweight in the world by Combat Press.[2]
Biography and career
[edit]Yohan Lidon was born on 7 March 1983. He started practicing muay thai at the age of 15. Lidon resides in Lyon, France and trains at Gym boxing St-Fons in Lyon, Saint-Fons.
He faced Eakpracha Meenayotin at Thai Fight: Lyon on September 19, 2012 in Lyon, France and lost via decision after three rounds.[3][4]
He beat Corrado Zanchi by second-round TKO at the A1 World Combat Cup on November 20, 2012.[5]
Kicking off 2013, he lost a close decision his rubber match with Karim Ghajji in the semi-finals of a 72.5 kg four-man tournament at La Nuit des Titans on February 2, 2013 in Tours, France.[6][7]
Lidon then beat Steve Moxon by way of split decision for the A1 World Middleweight (−73 kg/160 lb) title in Melbourne, Australia on February 22, 2013.[8][9][10]
A rematch between Lidon and Yodsanklai Fairtex took place at Warriors Night in Levallois, France on March 2, 2013. Lidon lost via decision after five rounds.[11]
He scored a second-round KO win over Igor Danis at La Ligue des Gladiateurs is Paris, France on January 25, 2014.[12]
He lost to John Wayne Parr by decision at Boonchu Cup: Caged Muay Thai 4 in Gold Coast, Australia on March 1, 2014.[13][14]
He lost to Bernueng TopKing Boxing on points at Warriors Night 3 on April 4, 2014.[15]
He challenged Alex Tobiasson Harris in a fight for the WMC World Super Middleweight (-76.2 kg/168 lb) Championship at Monte Carlo Fighting Masters 2014 in Monte Carlo, Monaco on June 14, 2014, losing a unanimous decision.[16][17][18]
On May 19, 2016 Yohan Lidon took Round 4 knockout victory (left head kick) over Armenian-Dutch Karapet Karapetyan and became a new World Kickboxing Network (WKN) super middleweight (oriental rules) world champion at Dark Fights 2 event in Paris, France.[19] The knockout itself reportedly scored L'Équipe 21 KO of the year.[20] On August 4, 2016 he defended his belt taking a unanimous decision over Danijel Solaja from Germany in the main event of Fight Night Saint Tropez.[21]
On May 4, 2017 Lidon defeated Patrik Vidakovics of Hungary by unanimous decision making the second defense of WKN World super middleweight title in the main event of Dubai Fight, in Dubai, UAE.[22][23]
On May 20, 2017 Lidon defeated Djibril Ehouo of France by unanimous decision in the main event of Dark Fights: Capital Fights 2 in Paris, France.[24]
On June 10, 2017 Lidon faced a unanimous decision defeat against Yoann Kongolo of Switzerland in the headline bout of Glory 42 Super Fight Series in Paris, France. [25]
Lidon was expected to fight Florian Kroger of Germany in the third defense of WKN World super middleweight title in the main event of Fight Night Saint Tropez V on August 4, 2017, in St Tropez, France.[26]
In 2012, he took 3rd place at the 14th World Carp Championship at Lake Bolsena, Italy.[27][28]
Doping suspension
[edit]Lidon failed drug tests in 2016 prior to back-to-back events La Nuit Des Challenges 16 and Nuit des Champions, and was issued with a 6-month suspension after tests on samples provided indicated a violation of France rules regarding prohibited substances (heptaminol) for competitive athletes.[29]
Titles and achievements
[edit]Muay Thai
[edit]- World Muaythai Council
- 2016 WMC World Super Middleweight (-79 kg) Champion [30]
- World Boxing Council Muay Thai
- 2009 WBC Muay Thai World Middleweight (160 lb/72.575 kg) Champion (One defense)
- WKA
- WKA World Muay Thai Champion
- 2 times French Muay Thai Champion
Kickboxing
[edit]- International Sport Karate Association
- 2024 ISKA Oriental rules World Light Heavyweight (-81.5 kg) Champion
- 2015 ISKA K-1 World -76.8 kg Champion
- World Kickboxing Network
- Arena Fight
- 2019 Arena Fight Middleweight (-80 kg) Kickboxing Champion
- World Association of Kickboxing Organizations
- 2016 WAKO Pro World K-1 Super Middleweight Champion -78.1 kg.
- It's Showtime
- 2011 It's Showtime 73MAX World Champion
- F-1 World Max
- 2010 F-1 World Max Tournament Runner Up
- 2009 F-1 World Max Tournament Champion
- Steko's Fight Night
- 2008 Steko's Fight Night Tournament Champion / WKA World Kickboxing Champion (-76 kg)
- 2007 Steko's Fight Night Tournament Runner Up
- A-1 World Combat
- 2014 A1 WGP Tournament Champion -75 kg [36]
- 2013 A1 World Middleweight (−73 kg/160 lb) Championship
- 2006 A1 World Combat Cup Runner Up
- 3 times French Kickboxing Champion
Accomplishments
[edit]- 2014 BoxeMag Best Francophone Fighter of the Year[37]
Mixed martial arts record
[edit]| 1 match | 1 win | 0 losses |
| By knockout | 1 | 0 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 1–0 | Chatuten Bunchuai | TKO (punches) | Mixed Fight Championship | May 30, 2024 | 1 | Saint-Priest, France |
Kickboxing and Muay Thai record
[edit]| 107 Wins (62 (T)KO's), 39 Losses, 1 Draw | ||||||||
| Date | Result | Opponent | Event | Location | Method | Round | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-27 | Loss |  Massimo Rigamonti |
Imperial Fight | Orange, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2024-04-20 | Win | Simone Podesta |
DTMS Fight Night 3 | Couzeix, France | TKO (Body shot) | 5 | ||
| 2024-02-08 | Win |  Cyril Benzaquen |
Lidon vs Benzaquen | Paris, France | Decision (Split) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Defends the WKN K-1 World -85kg title and wins the ISKA Oriental Rules World -81.5 kg title. | ||||||||
| 2023-12-02 | Win |  Phitak |
Nuit Des Challenges 22 | Saint-Fons, France | KO | 2 | ||
| 2023-04-21 | Win | Simone Castorina |
K1 EVENT 16 | Troyes, France | KO | 1 | ||
| Wins the K-1 Event -84 kg title. | ||||||||
| 2022-12-03 | Win | Giuseppe De Domenico |
La Nuit des Challenges 21 | Saint-Fons, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2022-09-22 | Win | Jimmy Limpasert |
MFC 9 | Lyon, France | TKO | 1 | 1:00 | |
| Wins WKN World K-1 Super Light Heavyweight (-85 kg) Championship | ||||||||
| 2022-04-09 | Win | Flavio Fugamalli |
Fight Night One 10 | Saint-Etienne, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2021-09-30 | Win | Dolghi Constantin |
MFC 8 | Roussillon, France | TKO | 2 | ||
| 2020-02-29 | Win | Federico Spano |
K1 Event 13 | France | TKO | 2 | ||
| 2019-12-14 | Win |  Giorgi Kankava |
La Nuit Des Challenges 19 | France | Decision (Unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2019-03-30 | NC |  Artur Kyshenko |
Arena Fight | France | Disqualification | 5 | 3:00 | |
| For the Arena Fight Middleweight Kickboxing Title (-80.000 kg). Originally a UD win for Kyshenko, later ruled a DQ after Kyshenko failed a drug test.[38] | ||||||||
| 2019-03-30 | Loss |  Kamil Jenel |
DSF Kickboxing Challenge 21 | Poland | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2019-12-15 | Win | Diesellek TopkingBoxing |
La Nuit Des Challenges | France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2018-10-27 | Win |  Vladimír Moravčík |
Fight Legend Geneva | Geneva, Switzerland | TKO (Ref. Stop/Right Cross) | 1 | 1:45 | |
| Wins the WMC World Super Middleweight (-76 kg) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2018-08-04 | Win |  Yoann Kongolo |
Fight Night Saint Tropez 6 | Saint-Tropez, France | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Defends (4) WKN Kickboxing Oriental Rules Super Middleweight World Championship -79.4 kg. | ||||||||
| 2018-06-22 | Win | Karim Benmansour |
A1 WGP | Algeria | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins A1 World Title | ||||||||
| 2018-05-03 | Win | Avatar Tor.Morsri |
MFC 7 | France | KO (Right High Kick) | 3 | ||
| Wins the MFC World (-79 kg) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2018-04-13 | Loss | Kamil Ruta |
DSF Kickboxing Challenge 14 | Poland | Decision (Unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2018-03-09 | Win |  Sergej Braun |
DSF Kickboxing Challenge | Poland | KO (Front Kick to the Body) | 2 | ||
| 2017-10-28 | Loss | Cedric Doumbe |
Glory 47: Lyon | Lyon, France | Decision (unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2017-08-04 | Win | Florian Kroger |
Fight Night Saint-Tropez 5 | France | KO (Right High Kick) | 4 | ||
| Defends (3) WKN Kickboxing Oriental Rules Super Middleweight World Championship -79.4 kg. | ||||||||
| 2017-06-10 | Loss | Yoann Kongolo |
Glory 42: Paris | Paris, France | Decision (unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2017-05-20 | Win | Djibril Ehouo |
Capital Fights 2 | Paris, France | Decision (unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2017-05-04 | Win |  Patrik Vidakovics |
Dubai Fight | Dubai, UAE | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Defends (2) WKN Kickboxing Oriental Rules Super Middleweight World Championship -79.4 kg. | ||||||||
| 2016-11-19 | Loss | Alim Nabiev |
Nuit des Champions 2016 | Marseille, France | Decision (unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| For the WMC World Light Heavyweight (-79 kg) Championship. Lidon fails another drug test.[29] | ||||||||
| 2016-10-22 | NC | Gianmarco Pozzi |
La Nuit Des Challenges 16 | France | No contest | 1 | ||
| Originally a KO win for Lidon, later ruled a NC after Lidon failed a drug test.[29] | ||||||||
| 2016-08-04 | Win | Danijel Solaja |
Fight Night Saint Tropez 4 | France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Defends WKN Kickboxing Oriental Rules Super Middleweight World Championship -79.4 kg. | ||||||||
| 2016-06-24 | Win |  Datsi Datsiev |
Monte Carlo Fighting Masters series | Morocco | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins WAKO Pro World K-1 Rules Super Middleweight Title -78.1 kg. | ||||||||
| 2016-05-19 | Win |  Karapet Karapetyan |
CAPITAL FIGHTS | France | KO (Highkick) | 4 | ||
| Wins WKN Kickboxing Oriental Rules Super Middleweight World Championship -79.4 kg. | ||||||||
| 2016-03-06 | Win | Panom TopkingBoxing |
MFC4 | France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins the WMC World Super Middleweight (-76 kg) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2016-01-23 | Win |  Ben Hodge |
MFC3 | France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2015-10-24 | Win |  Alka Matewa |
La Nuit des Challenges 14 | Saint-Fons, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins the I.S.K.A. K1 Rules World -76.8 kg Title. [39] | ||||||||
| 2015-08-04 | Win |  Jonatan Oliveira |
Fight Night Saint-Tropez [40] | Saint Tropez, France | TKO | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2015-07-04 | Win | Berneung Topkingboxing |
MFC 2 | France | TKO | 4 | ||
| 2015-06-12 | Win |  Diogo Calado |
Strike Fight | France | Decision (split) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2015-04-25 | Loss | Vladimír Moravčík |
Gala Night Thaiboxing/ Enfusion Live 28 | Žilina, Slovakia | Decision | |||
| 2015-03-30 | Win |  Michael Badato |
Caged Muay Thai 6 | Crestmead Australia | Decision | 3 | ||
| 2014-12-06 | Loss | Michael Badato |
Caged Muay Thai 5 | Crestmead Australia | KO | 3 | ||
| 2014-10-23 | Win | Cedric Doumbe |
A1 Grand Prix Tournament, final | Lyon, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| Wins the A1 Grand Prix Tournament (75 kg). | ||||||||
| 2014-10-23 | Win | Samy Sana |
A1 Grand Prix Tournament, semifinal | Lyon, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2014-09-20 | Win | Jaochalam Sitkanokgym |
Nuit des Challenges 13 | Lyon, France | KO | 1 | ||
| 2014-07-26 | Win | Rosario Presti |
La Nuit des Gladiateurs 13 | Marseille, France | Decision (unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2014-06-27 | Win | Cosmo Alexandre |
Strikefight | Lyon, France | Decision (unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2014-06-14 | Loss |  Alex Tobiasson Harris |
Monte Carlo Fighting Masters 2014 | Monte Carlo, Monaco | Decision (unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| For the WMC World Super Middleweight (-76.2 kg/168 lb) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2014-04-04 | Loss | Berneung Topkingboxing |
Warriors Night 3 | Paris, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2014-03-01 | Loss | John Wayne Parr |
Boonchu Cup: Caged Muay Thai 4 | Gold Coast, Australia | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2014-01-25 | Win | Igor Danis |
La Ligue des Gladiateurs | Paris, France | KO | 2 | ||
| 2013-11-14 | Loss | Thomas Carpenter |
Warriors Night[41] | Paris, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2013-09-21 | Loss | Ben Hodge |
LA NUIT DES CHALLENGES 12 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | TKO (Doctor Stoppage) | 4 | 3:00 | |
| Fight was for the WMC World Super Middleweight (-76.2 kg/168 lb) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2013-03-02 | Loss | Yodsanklai Fairtex |
Warriors Night | Levallois, France | Decision (unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2013-02-22 | Win | Steve Moxon |
A1 World Combat Cup | Melbourne, Australia | Decision (split) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins the A1 World Middleweight (−73kg/160lb) Championship. | ||||||||
| 2013-02-02 | Loss |  Karim Ghajji |
La Nuit des Titans, Semi Finals | Tours, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2012-11-20 | Win | Corrado Zanchi |
A1 World Combat Cup | Lyon, France | TKO (punches) | 2 | ||
| 2012-09-19 | Loss | Aikpracha Meenayothin |
Thai Fight: Lyon | Lyon, France | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2012-06-14 | Loss | Dernchonlek Sor. Sor. Niyom |
Best of Siam | Paris, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2012-06-02 | Win | Suadao |
La Nuit des Challenges 11 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | KO (Right Hook) | 1 | ||
| 2012-01-28 | Loss | L'houcine Ouzgni |
It's Showtime 2012 in Leeuwarden | Leeuwarden, Netherlands | Decision (unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Loses It's Showtime 73MAX World title -73 kg. | ||||||||
| 2011-12-07 | Win | Gregory Choplin |
A1 WCC Lyon | Lyon, France | TKO (Doctor Stoppage) | 4 | ||
| Retains WBC World Muaythai Middleweight title (-72.500 kg). | ||||||||
| 2011-11-06 | Loss | Vladimir Moravcik |
Muay Thai Premier League: Round 3 | The Hague, Netherlands | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2011-08-07 | Win |  Akihiro Gono |
Thai Fight Extreme | Ariake Coliseum, Japan | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2011-06-04 | Win | Kongjak Sor Tuantong |
La Nuit des Challenges 10[42] | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2011-05-14 | Win | Marat Grigorian |
It's Showtime 2011 Lyon | Lyon, France | Decision (5-0) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Wins inaugural It's Showtime 73MAX World title -73 kg. | ||||||||
| 2010-12-18 | Win |  Adil Abbas |
La Nuit des Challenges 9 | Lyon, France | KO | 1 | ||
| 2010-12-05 | Loss | Jaochalam Sitkanokgym |
Kings Cup Challenge | Bangkok, Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2010-09-25 | Loss | Karim Ghajji |
F-1 World MAX 2010 Final | Meyreuil, France | Decision | 3 | 2:00 | |
| Fight was for F-1 World MAX Tournament title. | ||||||||
| 2010-09-25 | Win | Francis Tavares |
F-1 World MAX 2010 Semi Final | Meyreuil, France | Decision | 3 | 2:00 | |
| 2010-08-29 | Loss | Kongjak Sor Tuantong |
TV7 | Bangkok, Thailand | TKO | 4 | ||
| 2010-06-05 | Win | Diesellek TopkingBoxing |
La nuit des Challenges 8 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2010-03-25 | Win | Berneung Topkingboxing |
Planet Battle | Hong-Kong, China | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2010-02-13 | Win |  Manzi Pauwels |
Boxe-Thai Guinea Tournament 2 | Malabo, Equatorial Guinea | KO | 4 | ||
| 2010-02-06 | Loss |  Dmitry Valent |
UKC France MAX 2010 | Dijon, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Fight was for WKN Muaythai World title (-76.200 kg). | ||||||||
| 2009-11-28 | Win | Lamsongkram Chuwattana |
A1 Lyon | Lyon, France | KO | 1 | ||
| Wins WBC World Muaythai Middleweight title (-72.500 kg). | ||||||||
| 2009-09-26 | Win | Jonathan Camara |
F-1 World MAX 2009 Final | Meyreuil, France | Decision | 3 | ||
| Wins F-1 World Max Tournament title. | ||||||||
| 2009-09-26 | Win | Karim Ghajji |
F-1 World MAX 2009 Semi Final | Meyreuil, France | Decision | 3 | ||
| 2009-08-30 | Win | Joe Spain |
TV7 | Thailand | KO | 2 | ||
| 2009-06-20 | Loss | Naruepol Fairtex |
Gala de Boxe Thai : Le Grand Défi | Levallois, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2009-05-16 | Win | Walid Haddad |
Légendes et Guerriers | Toulouse, France | Decision | 5 | 2:00 | |
| 2009-04-26 | Loss | Karuhat Eakchumpon |
TV7 | Thailand | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2009-03-26 | Win | Big Ben Chor Praram 6 |
Les stars du Ring | Levallois, France | KO | 1 | ||
| 2009-01-31 | Loss | Moussa Konaté |
La Nuit des Titans | Tours, France | Decision | 3 | 2:00 | |
| 2008-12-20 | Loss | Yodsanklai Fairtex |
Boxe-Thai Guinea Tournament Semi Final | Malabo, Equatorial Guinea | TKO (Doctor stop/eye injury) | 2 | ||
| 2008-12-20 | Win | Manzi Pauwels |
Boxe-Thai Guinea Tournament Quarter Final | Malabo, Equatorial Guinea | KO | 1 | ||
| 2008-11-29 | Win | Naruepol Fairtex |
La Nuit des Champions | Marseilles, France | TKO (Ref. stop/dislocated shoulder) | 3 | ||
| 2008-11-06 | Win | Mohamed Bourkhis |
Muay Thaï à Levallois | Levallois, France | TKO (Doctor Stoppage) | 1 | ||
| 2008-09-27 | Win | Egon Racz |
Steko's Fight Night Final | Munich, Germany | ||||
| Wins WKA World Kickboxing title (-76 kg). | ||||||||
| 2008-09-27 | Win |  Mohammed Gür |
Steko's Fight Night Semi Final | Munich, Germany | ||||
| 2008-06-?? | Win | Ekapon Scorpion Gym |
Fairtex Stadium | Pattaya, Thailand | KO | 1 | ||
| 2008-06-07 | Loss | Grégory Choplin |
La nuit des Challenges 5 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2008-04-19 | Win | Anatoli Hunanyan |
World Freefight Challenge 5 | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2008-03-08 | Win | José Reis |
Steko's Fight Night Final | Munich, Germany | Decision (Unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | |
| Wins S8 WM Fight 4 Men Tournament - WKA World title (-70 kg). | ||||||||
| 2008-03-08 | Win | Elias Daniel |
Steko's Fight Night Semi Final | Munich, Germany | KO | 1 | ||
| 2008 | Draw |  Alfredo Limonta |
Decision | 3 | ||||
| 2007-12-08 | Loss | Steven Wakeling |
Steko's Fight Night Final | Munich, Germany | Decision (Split) | 4 | 3:00 | |
| Fight was for Kings of Kickboxing WKA World title. | ||||||||
| 2007-12-08 | Win | José Reis |
Steko's Fight Night Semi Final | Munich, Germany | ||||
| 2007-12-08 | Win | Istvan Toth |
Steko's Fight Night Quarter Final | Munich, Germany | KO | 1 | ||
| 2007-09-15 | Loss | Steven Wakeling |
Steko's Fight Night Semi Final | Germany | TKO (Doctor Stoppage) | 2 | ||
| 2007-09-08 | Loss | Lamsongkram Chuwattana |
WBC Muay Thai Presents: World Championship Muay Thai[43] | Gardena, CA | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| Fight was for W.B.C. Muay Thai World Middleweight title. | ||||||||
| 2007-07-20 | Win | Taylan Yesil |
A1 Kickbox | Turkey | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2007-06-09 | Win |  Marko Benzon |
La Nuit des Challenges 4 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | KO | 2 | ||
| 2007-05-26 | Win | Roberto Cocco |
Abano Grand Prix 2007 | Abano Terme, Italy | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2007-05-04 | Win | Luis Reis |
Steko's Fight Night 3rd place | Decision (Unanimous) | 3 | 3:00 | ||
| 2007-05-04 | Loss | Ali Gunyar |
Steko's Fight Night Semi Final | Decision (Split) | 3 | 3:00 | ||
| 2007-04-20 | Loss | Naruepol Fairtex |
Gala de Levallois-Perret | Levallois, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2007-03-31 | Win |  Alexandros Stavropoulos |
Fighting Day 7 | Imola, Italy | Decision | 3 | 3:00 | |
| 2007 | Win |  Tarares |
Gala au Lavandou | Lavandou, France | Decision | |||
| 2006-12-17 | Loss | Farid Villaume |
A1 World Combat Cup Final | Turkey | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2006-11-18 | Win | Anuchit Phutthikhwan |
France vs Thailand | Levallois, France | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2006-10-21 | Win | Jonathan Camara |
A-1 Istanbul Semi Final | Istanbul, Turkey | Decision | 4 | 3:00 | |
| 2006-??-?? | Win | Yahooz |
A-1 Quarter Final | Turkey | KO | 1 | ||
| 2006-09-21 | Win |  Prince Amir |
A-1 Ankara Final 8 | Ankara, Turkey | Decision | 4 | 3:00 | |
| 2006-09-09 | Win | Ramazan Beyazkaya |
A-1 Antalya First Round | Antalya, Turkey | KO | 2 | ||
| 2006-06-03 | Win | Mickael Crosta |
La Nuit des Challenges 3 | Lyon, Saint-Fons, France | KO | 2 | ||
| 2005-10-22 | Loss | Grégory Choplin |
La nuit des Superfights II | Villebon, France | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2005-09-30 | Loss | Dmitry Shakuta |
Kings of Muaythai: Belarus vs Europe | Minsk, Belarus | Decision | 5 | 3:00 | |
| 2005-09-09 | Win | Alex "The Greek" |
KO Fight Night | Fermignano, Italy | Decision | |||
| 2005-05-14 | Win | Nordine Hammoumi |
French Championship 2005 Class A, Final | Paris, France | Decision (Unanimous) | 5 | ||
| Wins French Muay Thai Championship 2005 Class A title (-75 kg). | ||||||||
| 2005-03-26 | Win | Mickael Edouard |
French Championship 2005 Class A, Semi Final | Paris, France | KO | 1 | ||
| 2005-01-15 | Win | Mickael Crosta |
French Championship 2005 Class A, Quarter Final | Paris, France | Decision (Split) | 5 | ||
| 2004-04-24 | Win | Wallid Haddad |
Impacts Bordeaux | Bordeaux, France | KO | 2 | ||
| 2004-02-20 | Loss | Majid Kazam |
French Championship 2004 Class B, Semi Final | Paris, France | TKO | 4 | ||
| 2003 | Win | |
French Championship 2003, Final | Paris, France | ||||
| Wins French Muay Thai Championship 2003 Class B title (-75 kg). | ||||||||
| 2003-02-22 | Win | Wilfrid Cupit |
French Championship 2003, Semi Final | Paris, France | Decision | 4 | 3:00 | |
| 2002-08-03 | Win | Andrea Brigliadori |
Best of the Best 1 | Jesolo, Italy | Decision | |||
| Legend: Win Loss Draw/No contest Notes | ||||||||
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Yohan Lidon profile". fr.muaythaitv.com. Archived from the original on 2010-04-27. Retrieved 2010-11-04.
- ^ Aittama, Zach. "Combat Press Kickboxing Rankings: July 2021". combatpress.com. Retrieved 18 July 2021.
- ^ Thai Fight On Wednesday Features Saiyok vs. Pinca, Sudsakorn, Aikpracha, More
- ^ Thai Fight Lyon: Saiyok, Aikpracha, Bennoui Win, Sudsakorn Loses
- ^ Lidon, Piscitello, and Salvador Headline A1 WCC on November 20
- ^ Nuit des Titans on Saturday: Big Tournament/Fight Card with Aikpracha, Pinca, Lidon
- ^ Karim Ghajji Scores Huge Tournament Win, Beats Lidon and Aikpracha
- ^ Steve Moxon vs. Yohan Lidon on February 22
- ^ Ten Kickboxing Fights to Watch in February
- ^ Yohan Lidon Edges Steve Moxon in Australia
- ^ Jo Prestia's Warriors Night Features Lidon vs. Yodsanklai Rematch on March 2
- ^ LIGUE DES GLADIATEURS - Résultats Archived March 11, 2014, at the Wayback Machine
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- ^ "WKN France: Yohan Lidon Wins WKN World Title at Dark Fights 2: Capital Fights". World Kickboxing Network Official Website. Archived from the original on 2016-06-02. Retrieved 2016-08-05.
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Personal Background
Early Life
Yohan Lidon was born on March 7, 1983, in Lyon, Rhône, France.[8][10] As a youngster, Lidon developed a strong obsession with martial arts, which sparked his initial interest in combat sports.[1] He began formal Muay Thai training at the age of 15 in Lyon.[11]Training and Fighting Style
Yohan Lidon began his Muay Thai training at the age of 15 in 1998, initially focusing on building foundational skills in the striking art at a local facility in Lyon, France.[12] His primary training base became Gym Boxing St-Fons in Lyon, where he developed under the guidance of renowned coach Nasser Kacem, whose expertise helped refine Lidon's technical proficiency and competitive mindset.[12] This gym served as the core of his preparation throughout much of his career, emphasizing rigorous daily sessions that combined conditioning, sparring, and technique drills tailored to Muay Thai's multifaceted demands.[6] Physically, Lidon stands at 1.80 meters tall and typically competed around 84 kg (185 lb) in the super middleweight division, attributes that allowed him to leverage reach and power effectively in close-range exchanges.[3] His training regimen evolved from amateur beginnings, where he had his first fight at age 17, to professional levels upon joining Kacem's team, marking a shift toward more structured preparation with emphasis on endurance and tactical adaptability.[1] Lidon's fighting style is characterized by aggressive striking, drawing heavily from his Muay Thai roots while adapting to kickboxing rules, with a notable reliance on powerful punches to set up combinations.[1] This approach contributed to his high knockout rate, often through relentless pressure that overwhelmed opponents. Key elements include an emphasis on knees and elbows in clinch scenarios—hallmarks of Muay Thai that he incorporated strategically in kickboxing bouts to maintain offensive momentum and exploit openings.[4] Influenced by sparring partners at Gym Boxing St-Fons, his style progressed from raw aggression in early amateur bouts to a more calculated blend of volume striking and clinch dominance by his professional years.[13]Professional Career
Muay Thai Beginnings
Yohan Lidon began his training in combat sports at the age of 15 in January 1998 in Lyon, France, initially focusing on kickboxing at the Boxing Corbas Gym before transitioning to Muay Thai under the guidance of renowned coach Nasser Kacem at the Gym Boxing St-Fons.[6][12] His amateur career in Muay Thai started in the late 1990s, where he competed in local and national competitions across France, honing his skills in traditional Thai-style rulesets that emphasized clinch work, elbows, and knees alongside punches and kicks. These early bouts helped Lidon develop a aggressive, power-oriented style, drawing from the technical foundations of Muay Thai while adapting to the physical demands of regional circuits.[14][15] Lidon's professional debut came just six months after starting training, around mid-1998, in a technical boxing match on the French regional scene, though he faced disqualification due to uncontrolled punches, marking a learning curve in fight control.[6] Over the following years, he progressed through initial professional bouts in French circuits, facing a mix of domestic and emerging international opponents under full Muay Thai rules. Notable early adversaries included fellow French fighters Grégory Choplin and Farid Villaume, as well as his first Thai opponent, Naruepol Fairtex, which exposed him to the relentless pressure and conditioning typical of Thai-style Muay Thai. These encounters emphasized Lidon's knockout power, with many fights ending via strikes, contributing to his skill development in high-volume, endurance-based exchanges.[6] A key milestone in his early professional phase was capturing his first French national Muay Thai title in 2005, defeating Nordine Hammoumi in the Class A championship at the Gymnasium Max Rousié in Paris.[6] This victory solidified his status in the domestic scene and paved the way for international bouts, where he began competing against top Thai talent in events featuring authentic Muay Thai rules. In his initial years (1998–2005), Lidon's win-loss trend showed steady improvement, building a strong record through regional dominance and progressive challenges, with a high knockout rate that underscored his evolving offensive prowess. By the mid-2000s, this foundation in Muay Thai led him toward broader kickboxing opportunities.[4]Kickboxing Ascendancy
Yohan Lidon's transition to prominent kickboxing competition occurred in the mid-2000s, as he entered major European promotions following his early successes in French national circuits. In 2006, he competed in the A1 World Combat Cup, a prestigious kickboxing tournament, where he advanced to the final but lost by decision to Farid Villaume, securing runner-up honors in the -75 kg division.[16] This event marked his initial international exposure in kickboxing rulesets, emphasizing stand-up striking without the clinch work prevalent in his Muay Thai background. Lidon's breakthrough came with his debut in the It's Showtime promotion, a leading European kickboxing organization. On May 14, 2011, at It's Showtime 48 in Lyon, France, he defeated Marat Grigorian by unanimous decision over five rounds to become the inaugural It's Showtime 73MAX World Champion.[17] This victory established him as a top contender in the division, showcasing his aggressive pressure fighting and powerful low kicks adapted from Muay Thai influences. During his peak years from 2010 to 2014, Lidon engaged in several high-profile bouts against elite opponents in promotions like It's Showtime and A1 World Combat Cup. He defended his It's Showtime title unsuccessfully against L'houcine Ouzgni by unanimous decision on January 28, 2012, at It's Showtime 55 in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, in a closely contested five-round war that highlighted his resilience.[18] Later that year, on November 20, 2012, he secured a second-round TKO over Corrado Zanchi at the A1 World Combat Cup in Lyon, France, demonstrating his knockout power with a body shot.[19] In 2013, Lidon captured the A1 World Middleweight Championship at -73 kg, solidifying his status in the promotion. His 2014 campaign peaked with a unanimous decision win over Cédric Doumbé in the final of the A1 Grand Prix Tournament on October 23 in Lyon, France, earning him the tournament championship at -75 kg and affirming his technical striking prowess against rising stars.[7] Prior to his doping suspension, Lidon's career reached notable heights, including international travel to compete in tournaments across Europe and adaptations to varying kickboxing rules, such as restricting clinch usage while leveraging his leg kick volume for control. By July 2021, he was ranked No. 9 in the world welterweight division by Combat Press, reflecting his consistent performances against top-tier competition.[20] Following his return in 2022, Lidon rebuilt momentum with key victories, including a decision win over Giuseppe De Domenico on December 3, 2022, to claim the WKN European K-1 Super Light Heavyweight Championship at -84 kg.[21] He added another knockout triumph against Simone Castorina on April 22, 2023, in a K-1 rules bout, maintaining his activity at higher weight classes.[3] These outings paved the way for his February 8, 2024, split decision victory over Cyril Benzaquen at a co-sanctioned event in Paris, France, where he retained the WKN title while capturing the ISKA Oriental Rules World Light Heavyweight Championship at -81.5 kg. This win underscored his enduring adaptability and striking precision in Oriental rules, which permit elbows and knees similar to Muay Thai.MMA Transition
Following a distinguished career in Muay Thai and kickboxing, Yohan Lidon ventured into mixed martial arts as a means of career diversification during a period of continued activity in stand-up disciplines. His transition highlighted a desire to test his skills in a more comprehensive combat format, leveraging his extensive experience against high-level opponents. Lidon's MMA debut occurred on May 30, 2024, at the Mixed Fight Championship X event in Saint-Priest, France, where he faced Thai fighter Chatuten Bunchuai in the main card. Lidon dominated the bout with his striking prowess, securing a first-round technical knockout victory at 4:59 via ground-and-pound punches after dropping his opponent.[22][23] In preparation for MMA, Lidon adapted his training regimen to include grappling and wrestling elements, building upon his established base in Muay Thai clinch work and kickboxing footwork to address the sport's ground components. This integration allowed for a smoother acclimation to the cage environment, though specific details on his coaching adjustments remain limited in public reports. As of November 2025, Lidon has continued his MMA career, compiling a record of 9 wins and 2 losses, including additional bouts in Mixed Fighting Championship events such as MFC 2025 on October 16, 2025. The performance in his debut underscored the direct translation of his elite striking arsenal—honed through over 140 professional stand-up fights—into MMA, suggesting strong potential for future success.[24][25]Achievements and Titles
Muay Thai Accomplishments
Yohan Lidon established himself as a prominent figure in French Muay Thai early in his career by capturing the national championship twice. His first title came in 2005 when he defeated Nordine Hammoumi in the final of the French Muay Thai Championships at 165 lb (75 kg), showcasing his aggressive style and knockout power in a decisive victory.[26][6] He secured his second French title in a subsequent year, further solidifying his dominance in the domestic scene and earning recognition as one of France's top prospects in the sport.[6] Lidon's international breakthrough arrived with his first world title, the WKA Muay Thai World Championship at 71 kg, which he won in 2008 through a series of high-stakes bouts that highlighted his clinch work and elbow strikes under traditional Thai rules.[6] He went on to claim the WBC Muay Thai World Middleweight title (160 lb/72.5 kg) twice, first defeating the defending champion Lamsongkram Chuwattana by decision on November 28, 2009, at the A1 World Combat Cup in France, in a grueling five-round battle that tested his endurance against a Thai veteran.[26] Lidon reclaimed the WBC belt in 2011 against Grégory Choplin at the A1 World Combat Cup on December 17, demonstrating his technical evolution with effective knee strikes in the clinch. His third WBC title win came at a higher weight of 169 lb (76.6 kg) in 2014, stopping Jaochalam Sitkanokgym via TKO in the third round at La Nuit Des Challenges 13 on September 20, underscoring his adaptability across divisions.[26] Lidon's most notable run came with the World Muaythai Council (WMC), where he became a three-time Super Middleweight champion (168 lb/76.2 kg). He first captured the title on January 25, 2014, against Igor Danis at La Ligue des Gladiateurs, using a combination of precise counters and clinch control to secure the win. In 2016, Lidon defeated Ben Hodge by decision in their rematch at MFC 3 on January 21 to claim the vacant belt, followed by a defense against Panom TopkingBoxing at MFC 4 on March 5, where he retained it via unanimous decision in a fight praised for its intense exchanges under full Muay Thai rules. Lidon won the title for the third time in 2018 by defeating Vladimir Moravcik.[26][12] These victories, often featuring knockout threats from his heavy hands—evidenced by over 45 knockouts in his Muay Thai wins—established Lidon as a formidable force in traditional Muay Thai circuits, earning him acclaim as one of Europe's elite fighters in the weight class and paving the way for crossovers into kickboxing.[26][12]Kickboxing Honors
Yohan Lidon established himself as a prominent figure in kickboxing through his domestic success in France, where he captured the national kickboxing championship three times during the early stages of his career, including victories by the age of 19 that propelled him to international competitions.[1][6] Lidon's ascent to global recognition began with his win of the WKA World Kickboxing title in the super middleweight division (-76 kg) around 2008, showcasing his aggressive style and knockout power against international opponents.[6] He further solidified his legacy by becoming the inaugural It's Showtime 73MAX World Champion on May 14, 2011, defeating Marat Grigorian by unanimous decision in the main event at It's Showtime 48 in Lyon, France, a victory that highlighted his technical prowess in a high-profile promotion known for its elite K-1 rules bouts.[17][27] Lidon defended this title before losing it to L'houcine Ouzgni by unanimous decision in 2012, but the reign cemented his status as a pioneer in the 73 kg class.[18] In the World Kickboxing Network (WKN), Lidon amassed multiple world titles across weight classes, including the Oriental Rules Super Middleweight (175 lb / -79.4 kg) championship in 2016, which he defended successfully at least three times, and the K-1 Super Light Heavyweight (-85 kg) title in 2022 with one defense.[28] His WKN super middleweight defenses were particularly notable, with key victories including a fourth defense against Yoann Kongolo in 2018 at Fight Night Saint-Tropez and a fifth against Giorgi Kankava by unanimous decision in December 2019 at La Nuit des Challenges 19 in Saint-Fons, France, demonstrating his endurance in five-round title fights.[29][30] Lidon is recognized as a six-time WKN world champion overall in the super middleweight division, contributing to his reputation for consistent title contention.[28] Lidon also claimed the WKN K-1 Super Middleweight title (-79.4 kg) in 2016 with a fourth-round high kick knockout over Karapet Karapetyan at Capital Fights in Paris, adding to his collection of prestigious K-1 rules accolades.[31] His most recent achievement came in 2024, when he won the ISKA Oriental Rules World Light Heavyweight title by split decision over Cyril Benzaquen on February 8 in Paris, retaining his WKN belt in the process during a co-sanctioned bout that drew significant attention as a domestic showdown between top French contenders. This was Lidon's final professional kickboxing fight, after which he retired from the discipline.[32][33] These accomplishments have earned Lidon high rankings and widespread media coverage in the kickboxing community, positioning him as a fan favorite in promotions like GLORY for his blend of power and skill, and underscoring his broader impact on the sport's European scene.[1]Other Recognitions
In 2014, Lidon was named the Best Francophone Fighter of the Year by BoxeMag, receiving 27% of the votes in a poll recognizing his standout performances in stand-up combat sports.[34] Lidon achieved notable rankings in international kickboxing evaluations, including #9 in the welterweight division by Combat Press in July 2021.[20] As a prominent figure in French combat sports, Lidon has influenced the Muay Thai and kickboxing scene in France through his extensive career, which includes over 100 professional bouts and victories against high-profile opponents such as Samy Sana, Cédric Doumbé, and Marat Grigorian.[12] He has contributed to the growth of the discipline by training at and associating with key Lyon-based gyms like Gym Boxing St-Fons under coach Nasser Kacem, helping elevate France's reputation as a Muay Thai powerhouse.[12] Lidon has taken on coaching roles, serving as a trainer at the Boxing Club de Saint-Priest in Rhône, France, where he mentors emerging fighters and promotes combat sports development.[35]Doping Suspension
Incident and Ban
In 2016, amid a surge in his kickboxing prominence marked by high-stakes bouts, Yohan Lidon faced a doping violation after testing positive for heptaminol, a banned stimulant, in post-fight controls conducted by the Agence Française de Lutte contre le Dopage (AFLD). The first test, performed immediately following his participation in the "La Nuit des Challenges 16" event on October 22–23 in Saint-Fons, France, where he defeated Gianmarco Pozzi by first-round knockout (later ruled a no contest due to the violation), detected heptaminol in his urine sample at a concentration of 132,800 ng/mL.[36][3] Just weeks later, a second control after his loss to Alim Nabiev at the "Nuit des Champions" gala on November 19–20 in Marseille yielded another positive result for the substance, measured at 18,750 ng/mL.[36] Heptaminol is classified as a specified stimulant under the S6 category of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List, prohibited at all times due to its potential to boost endurance and alertness by acting as a sympathomimetic agent that elevates heart rate and blood circulation. The AFLD's laboratory analyses of the first sample, reported on November 16, 2016, confirmed the adverse finding, with the second sample analyzed subsequently. This prompted immediate action by the governing body. Lidon was notified of the results and provisionally suspended by the Fédération Française de Kickboxing, Muay Thaï et Disciplines Associées (FFKMDA) on November 30, 2016, barring him from competition pending further review. A formal hearing before the AFLD College ensued, during which the agency evaluated the evidence, including the analytical reports and any submissions from Lidon.[36] On October 5, 2017, the AFLD College issued Decision No. 7, imposing a six-month suspension on Lidon, effective retroactively from the provisional suspension date of November 30, 2016, and concluding on May 30, 2017. Lidon did not contest the violation in a manner that altered the outcome, with the decision upholding the ban based on the clear presence of the prohibited substance.[36]Aftermath and Return
Following his six-month suspension imposed by the French National Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD) from November 30, 2016, to May 30, 2017, Yohan Lidon was unable to compete during this period, disrupting his active schedule at a peak time and preventing potential title defenses and exposure in the French Muay Thai and kickboxing circuits where he held multiple world rankings.[37] Upon completion of the ban, Lidon resumed training under enhanced anti-doping compliance measures, including regular testing and collaboration with certified coaches to ensure adherence to World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) protocols. His first post-suspension fight occurred on May 20, 2017, at Capital Fights 2, where he secured a unanimous decision victory over Djibril Ehouo in a three-round kickboxing match.[38] This return bout marked a cautious re-entry, focusing on technical precision rather than high-risk aggression. Lidon rapidly regained momentum throughout 2017, competing in two additional high-profile events under the Glory Kickboxing banner. On June 10, he faced Yoann Kongolo at Glory 42 Paris, delivering a competitive performance despite the loss, followed by a loss to Cédric Doumbé at Glory 47 Lyon on October 28. These outings against elite welterweight contenders helped rebuild his visibility and competitive edge, leading to a string of wins in regional and international promotions by 2018.[1] By 2024, Lidon's sustained return had restored his status as a multi-division champion. On February 8, he defeated Cyril Benzaquen by split decision in a unification bout at the Grand Palais in Paris, retaining his World Kickboxing Network (WKN) super middleweight title while capturing the International Sport Karate Association (ISKA) world light heavyweight crown.[39] This victory underscored his enduring resilience and technical evolution post-suspension.Professional Records
Muay Thai and Kickboxing Record
Yohan Lidon's professional record in Muay Thai and kickboxing encompasses 107 wins, 62 by knockout or technical knockout, 39 losses, 1 draw, and 1 no contest over approximately 148 fights as of November 2025.[4] Within Muay Thai, Lidon has competed extensively under traditional Thai rules, accumulating a substantial portion of his victories through high-volume striking exchanges and clinch work, with several notable knockouts against established Thai fighters during his multiple training camps in Thailand in the early 2010s.[12] In kickboxing, his record includes standout performances in major promotions such as It's Showtime, where he captured the inaugural 73MAX world title, and Glory, though he holds a 0-2 mark there; Lidon resumed competition going on to secure wins in organizations like the World Kickboxing Network (WKN).[1] The following table highlights key bouts from his career, focusing on title fights and high-profile matchups:| Opponent | Result | Method | Event/Promotion | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marat Grigorian | Win | TKO (Round 3) | It's Showtime 48 | May 14, 2011 |
| Cédric Doumbé | Loss | Decision (unanimous) | Glory 47 | Dec 9, 2017 |
| Jimmy Limpasert | Win | Decision | MFC 9 | Sep 22, 2022 |
| Cyril Benzaquen | Win | Decision (split) | ISKA/WKN World Title | Feb 8, 2024 |
| Vladimir Moravčík | Win | KO (Round 2) | WMC World Championship | Oct 2024 |
MMA Record
Yohan Lidon's professional MMA career began in 2024, marking a transition from his storied background in striking arts. As of November 2025, he maintains an undefeated record of 1-0, with his sole bout showcasing the seamless integration of his elite Muay Thai and kickboxing skills into the mixed ruleset.[45][46] Lidon made his MMA debut on May 30, 2024, at Mixed Fight Championship 10 (MFC 10) in Saint-Priest, France, against Thai fighter Chatuten Bunchuai. Competing in the light heavyweight division, Lidon dominated the opening round with precise striking, securing a knockout via punches at 4:59 of Round 1, just one second before the bell. The victory highlighted his superior stand-up game, as he overwhelmed Bunchuai with a barrage of strikes without the fight extending to the ground.[45][46]| Result | Opponent | Event | Date | Round | Time | Method | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Chatuten Bunchuai | MFC 10 | May 30, 2024 | 1 | 4:59 | KO (punches) | Saint-Priest, France |