More women are practising Myanmar's very own martial art called Lethwei - the sport encourages head-butts and winning by knock-out only. Photos: AFP
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More women are practising Myanmar's very own martial art called Lethwei - the sport encourages head-butts and winning by knock-out only. Photos: AFP[/caption]
Moe Pwint Oo shoots the grimy punchbag a steely glare before slamming her fist into it, striking a blow for equality as she practises Myanmar's homespun martial art Lethwei – a sport that encourages head-butting and grants victory by knock-out only.
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