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Pakistan Makes History at World MMA Championship 2024
ISLAMABAD: By Nawaz Gohar
Muhammad Saqib has become Pakistan’s first-ever World Champion in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) after securing a gold medal in the Under-18 (52.2kg) category at the World MMA Championship 2024 in Jakarta,
Indonesia. Alongside him, Mahmood Kamal won two bronze medals in the -93kg and +93kg categories, marking a historic achievement for Pakistan.
The championship, organized by the Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA), featured over 600 athletes from 63 countries. Despite limited resources and just six players representing Pakistan, the nation delivered a stellar performance.
PMMAF President Zulfiqar Ali congratulated the athletes, stating: This historic achievement is a testament to the hard work and resilience of our players. Despite challenges, they continue to make Pakistan proud on the world stage.
He urged authorities to invest in facilities and training to support the country’s rising MMA stars.