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

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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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