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Punching out of poverty: Despite risks, nine-year-old Thai fighter eager to return to ring

Child Muay Thai boxers Pornpattara Peachurai, known as Tata Por Lasua as his fighter name, 9, and Jaruadfai Ufa Boom Deksean take part in a boxing match at a temporary boxing ring in Chachoengsao province, Thailand, October 26, 2020. [REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha]

Nine-year-old Thai kickboxer Pornpattara “Tata” Peachaurai is eager to get back in the ring after coronavirus curbs brought his fight season to a halt more than five months ago.

The money he earns is vital income for his family.

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