He started Muay Thai training at the Lukklongtan camp and fought in Chachoengsao until he was big enough to fight in Bangkok where he was scouted by the Songchai promotion in 1978.
From then he was training at the Sor.Thanikul camp owned by famous promotor Klaew Thanikhul.
[2] Bangkhlanoi defeated hard puncher Mafuang Weerapol on 24 August 1982 for the Lumpinee Stadium 118 lbs title.
[3][non-primary source needed] They rematched on 24 December 1982 at Rajadamnern Stadium.
Bangkhlanoi won by decision and received the "Best Fighter Award" from the hands of Princess Maha Chakri Sririndhorn.