Ramon Dekkers

Ramon Dekkers, born in 1969 and died in 2013, was a Dutch professional Muay Thai fighter who won five world titles across four weight classes during the 1980s and 1990s. Nicknamed the Turbine from Hell, he was a fan favorite for a fast-paced, aggressive style that produced many brutal fights and knockouts. He was also praised for his willingness to travel to Thailand, the home of the sport, and to challenge for the Lumpinee Stadium lightweight title there at a time when few Europeans did so. His career helped establish Dutch fighters as a serious force in international Muay Thai.