Description
MD COMBAT Custom Muay Thai Shorts are manufactured with an understanding of what makes this garment unique within the combat sports apparel category. Muay Thai shorts are not simply shorts — they are a cultural product with a specific functional design that has been refined over decades by the demands of the sport. The wide cut, the short inseam, the high split hem, the elasticated waistband with front tying cord — every feature serves the explosive kicking, clinching, and knee-striking mechanics of Muay Thai. We manufacture them correctly because our buyers — gyms, trainers, fighters, and distributors who know Muay Thai — will immediately recognise the difference between authentic construction and a generic shorts pattern with Muay Thai graphics applied.
The defining construction feature of the authentic Muay Thai short is the side slit hem. Unlike MMA shorts which have a modest split at the outer thigh, the Muay Thai short has a deep split that extends from the hem upward — typically 12 to 18 centimetres — on both sides of the leg. This creates the signature wide-open leg silhouette that allows unrestricted hip extension for high kicks, teep kicks, and lateral knee strikes without the short restricting movement at any point. The cut of the body is correspondingly wider and fuller in the hip and thigh than an MMA short, providing the volume needed for the high leg raises fundamental to Muay Thai training and competition.
Waistband construction is the second defining technical feature. Authentic Muay Thai shorts feature an elasticated waistband with a front-access tying cord that exits through a small eyelet or loop at the centre front and is tied externally in a bow — the traditional fastening method seen on professional fighters worldwide. This is combined with an inner elasticated band for security. Velcro closure is available as an alternative for buyers who prefer it, though many Muay Thai purists — and the gyms that serve them — specifically request the traditional cord tie construction.
Fabric is 100% woven polyester satin as the premium standard — the fabric associated with authentic Thai-made Muay Thai shorts and the visual standard that the global Muay Thai training community recognises and expects. The satin weave delivers the high-sheen finish, vivid colour reproduction under full sublimation printing, and smooth, lightweight feel that allows the shorts to move freely during training without any sense of restriction or drag. We also produce Muay Thai shorts in standard woven polyester for buyers seeking a matte finish and slightly more durable construction for heavy training use.
Traditional Muay Thai short designs are characterised by bold, symmetrical graphic compositions — Thai temple motifs, mythological figures, dragons, Garuda birds, fighters in stance, ornamental borders, and script lettering in both Thai and English. Full sublimation on satin is the correct production method for these designs, allowing unlimited colour and the fine detail reproduction that traditional Muay Thai aesthetics require. We have extensive design experience in traditional Thai-inspired artwork and can develop design concepts for buyers who do not have existing artwork.
Fabric Options: 100% Polyester Satin Weave (authentic Thai standard, high-gloss, sublimation) · Woven Polyester (matte finish, durable training use) · Satin-Polyester Blend (balanced sheen and weight) · Lightweight Nylon (premium lightweight competition option)
Technical Construction Features: Authentic wide-cut Muay Thai pattern (full hip and thigh) · Deep side split hem 12–18 cm · Elasticated waistband with front tying cord (traditional) · Velcro closure option · Inner elasticated securing band · Wide waistband 7–9 cm · Reinforced inseam and side seam stitching · Hem finishing: satin border tape or overlocked
Customization Options: Full-panel sublimation on satin · Traditional Thai graphic design development · Gym name and fighter name lettering (English and Thai script) · Machine embroidery on waistband · National flag and sponsor logo integration · Custom waistband colour and cord colour · Custom woven and satin labels · OEM full private-label package
Sport and Use Applications: Muay Thai training — primary training short · Muay Thai competition — amateur and professional · Kickboxing — training and competition crossover · K-1 and points kickboxing · MMA training — Muay Thai sessions · Gym retail merchandise for Muay Thai gyms · Fighter personal branding and promotional shorts · Crossfit and high-intensity training adjacent sports
Production and Trade Information: MOQ: 50 pcs per design · Side split depth options: 12 cm, 15 cm, 18 cm · Waistband closure: traditional cord tie or velcro · Sample lead time: 10–14 days · Bulk lead time: 30–45 days · Thai-script lettering available · Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW · Shipping: DHL, FedEx, Sea Freight
Size Chart — Men’s (measurements in cm, tolerance ±1 cm, measured flat at natural waist):
| Size | Waist Range (body) | Hip | Inseam | Side Split | Total Length | EU/US Waist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 64–70 | 82–88 | 7 | 14 | 38 | 24–26″ |
| S | 71–76 | 89–94 | 8 | 15 | 40 | 28–30″ |
| M | 77–82 | 95–100 | 8 | 15 | 42 | 30–32″ |
| L | 83–89 | 101–107 | 9 | 16 | 44 | 32–34″ |
| XL | 90–96 | 108–114 | 9 | 16 | 46 | 34–36″ |
| 2XL | 97–104 | 115–122 | 10 | 17 | 48 | 36–38″ |
| 3XL | 105–112 | 123–130 | 10 | 17 | 50 | 38–40″ |
Size Chart — Women’s and Youth (measurements in cm, tolerance ±1 cm):
| Size | Waist Range (body) | Hip | Inseam | Side Split | Total Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth S (7–9 yrs) | 52–58 | 64–70 | 6 | 10 | 30 |
| Youth M (10–12 yrs) | 59–64 | 71–76 | 7 | 11 | 33 |
| Youth L (13–15 yrs) | 65–70 | 77–82 | 7 | 12 | 36 |
| Women’s S | 62–68 | 78–84 | 6 | 12 | 34 |
| Women’s M | 69–74 | 85–90 | 7 | 13 | 36 |
| Women’s L | 75–81 | 91–97 | 7 | 13 | 38 |
| Women’s XL | 82–88 | 98–104 | 8 | 14 | 40 |
