Two Thai women were filmed fighting in the middle of Bangla Road in Patong, Phuket, late on the night of 15 March 2026, after an argument reportedly erupted over competing for tourist customers. The altercation unfolded in front of numerous shocked visitors and was captured on video by a tourist using a mobile phone.

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The footage shows the two women arguing intensely before the situation escalates into a physical fight in the middle of the street. Tourists can be seen standing around watching the confrontation unfold, while several foreign men move in and attempts to break up the fight.

During the incident, a man can be heard shouting, “That’s enough, why do Thai people have to fight each other?” as he tries to separate the pair. The confrontation occurred in Bangla Road, located in Patong subdistrict of Kathu district in Phuket, a well-known nightlife and entertainment area that attracts large numbers of Thai and international tourists every night.

Witnesses later told reporters that the dispute began over competition for customers, particularly foreign tourists visiting the nightlife district. According to the account, individuals working in the area often have regular clients or attempt to attract passing tourists, which can sometimes lead to disputes when boundaries between competing parties become unclear.

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The witness said the two women were unable to resolve the disagreement verbally and began exchanging insults before losing control of their tempers. The argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation, drawing the attention of tourists and passers-by who gathered nearby to watch.

After the video was recorded, it was reportedly sent to a popular local Patong social media page called “Raja Patong”. The page later shared the clip online, where it quickly spread across social media platforms and attracted widespread attention and criticism.

Many viewers commenting on the post expressed concern that the behaviour damaged Thailand’s tourism image. Others said fighting in front of foreign tourists was inappropriate and called for authorities to maintain better order in popular nightlife areas.

Amarin reported that some commenters also urged officials to increase monitoring and enforcement in busy entertainment zones such as Bangla Road, which is one of Phuket’s most visited tourist locations.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 16 Mar 2026

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I thought cock fighting was illegal in most countries ?

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

Many viewers commenting on the post expressed concern that the behaviour damaged Thailand’s tourism image

At what point does this kind of behavior become accepted as part of the image.

Rarely a day goes by without a similar kind of story.

Outside McDonalds

Bogans, skanks and chavs

When one Phuket Girl is not enough

Yes Yes Yes......Farang are Gods gift to Thai women....Fighting over us is understandable..

They are not fighting over a human being , they are fighting over money.

Geeez, were they fighting in slow motion?

They can barely lift their legs to kick one another, so how do they spread them for falangs?

1 hour ago, Jim Blue said:

I thought cock fighting was illegal in most countries ?

I believe it is legal and regulated here.

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Good on the blokes for breaking that up.

Times are tough, these ladies are literally fighting for those tourist baht. Really sad.

This could be a fetish thing catered to: having women physically fighting over a guy.

Woman?? fighting for a customer?? There are not enough tourists anymore or are there too many hostesses???

After the ladyboys the real woman start to fight. The image of Thailand is improving by the day

50 minutes ago, ikke1959 said:

There are not enough tourists anymore or are there too many hostesses???

Kind of a combination of both. However, they didn´t hurt eachother. 😉

4 hours ago, Jim Blue said:

I thought cock fighting was illegal in most countries ?

Legal in Thailand which is all that matters.

Good God, Esan ppl are just so hilarious.

3 hours ago, Priorexpat said:

Good on the blokes for breaking that up.

Times are tough, these ladies are literally fighting for those tourist baht. Really sad.

My thoughts as well- a sad situation and the working girls get desperate

That woman in a red T shirt with her face digitally erased acts like she is the boxing referee in this scuffle. Probably runs a women boxing bookie business on the side?

That ''All you need is love'' T-shirt was very well timed ....

This made my day. Thank you for posting. I have a big smile now.

6 hours ago, NE1 said:

They are not fighting over a human being , they are fighting over money.

only coz im not in LOS now

6 hours ago, Priorexpat said:

Good on the blokes for breaking that up.

Times are tough, these ladies are literally fighting for those tourist baht. Really sad.

Your observation is valid; however, one must exercise caution and avoid intervening when Thai individuals are engaged in arguments or conflicts, as such involvement carries the risk of unintended consequences.

In certain instances, these young women and their companions may become so overwhelmed with anger that they lose their ability to discern between appropriate and inappropriate actions, potentially directing their aggression toward bystanders, including the helping foreigners.

8 hours ago, PhilipHabib said:

Good God, Esan ppl are just so hilarious.

And you know they are from Isaan because?

20 hours ago, Priorexpat said:

Good on the blokes for breaking that up.

Times are tough, these ladies are literally fighting for those tourist baht. Really sad.

Regular occurrence each year as we come out of high season.