Sangram Singh becomes STRIKE Asia Champion, knocks out Pakistan's Abid Ali in just 1 minute 20 seconds
Kuala Lumpur, July 19
Indian wrestling icon and undefeated MMA fighter Sangram Singh scripted history by defeating Pakistan's Mohammed Abid Ali via a stunning knockout in just 1 minute and 20 seconds to capture the prestigious STRIKE Asia Championship title.
The highly anticipated India-Pakistan showdown lived up to its billing, but only briefly, as Sangram dominated the contest from the opening bell, according to a press release.
Displaying exceptional power, precision, and composure, the Indian star finished the fight emphatically, leaving no doubt about his superiority inside the cage.
With this victory, Sangram Singh extends his unbeaten professional MMA record and adds another historic milestone to his illustrious sporting career. The triumph further strengthens his remarkable transition from championship wrestling to mixed martial arts and reinforces his position as one of India's leading combat sports athletes.
Reacting after the victory, Sangram dedicated the title to the people of India and said that every time he competes, he carries the dreams and pride of the nation with him.
The victory marks another memorable chapter in Sangram Singh's career, following previous international MMA wins over Pakistan's Ali Raza Nasir, Tunisia's Hakim Trabelsi, and France's Florian Coudier.
India's emphatic win in the much-awaited cross-border contest is expected to be celebrated as one of the biggest moments in Indian MMA this year, with Sangram Singh now crowned the STRIKE Asia Champion after an unforgettable 80-second knockout performance.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Absolutely brilliant! From wrestling to MMA, this man is a legend. But I hope we don't make this just about India vs Pakistan - it's about celebrating a champion athlete. Well done, Sangram! 👏
What a knockout! 1 minute 20 seconds is insane. Sangram Singh is showing the world what Indian fighters are capable of. This is just the beginning for Indian MMA. 🔥
Incredible performance! I've been following Sangram since his wrestling days and his transition to MMA has been flawless. This win puts Indian combat sports on the global map. Kudos to the entire team! 🌟
Ye dil maange more! 🏆 Sangram bhai ne bataya ki agar focus aur discipline ho toh kuch bhi possible hai. But I wish the Indian MMA scene gets more support from the government - we have so much talent waiting to be discovered.
What a historic moment! Sangram Singh has given us another reason to celebrate Indian sports. The way he dedicated the win to the nation shows his character. Proud moment for every Indian! 🇮🇳💪
Impressive stuff! 80 seconds is ridiculously fast. Sang
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