Sparring gloves need to protect both fighters without sacrificing hand speed, so I looked at Fairtex's FGV18 Super Sparring Grappling MMA Gloves.
Design
These use a hybrid design with thick, extra padding for safety, and a clear separation between the finger loop and knuckle padding — a detail that makes it noticeably easier to form a proper fist compared to gloves where the padding runs together.
Authenticity
Fairtex products sold through the official USA store come with 100% authenticity guaranteed as an authorized USA distributor, which matters given how many counterfeit Muay Thai gloves circulate online.
Is it worth $89.99?
At $89.99, with a 4.9 rating across 27 reviews, these sparring gloves are priced in line with premium Muay Thai brands, and Fairtex backs every order with 30-day free returns and fast domestic shipping.
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