India’s Muay Thai fighters have made history at the World Muay Thai Championship, bringing home an incredible 17 medals! This achievement, led by Golden Mongkhon International, marks a new chapter in India’s rise in combat sports.
Let’s break down this incredible achievement!
India’s Medal Haul: A Breakdown
🥇 Gold Medals (Won)
- Hammad Hussain Sariah (Junior 12-13, Special Bout vs. England) (Won)
- Md Fazal Jamil (Youth 14-15, Special Bout vs. England) (Won)
🥈 Silver Medals (Positioned)
- Saanvi Shivshankar (Youth 14-15, -45 kg)
- Champi Marak (Senior Amateur 18-37, -48 kg)
- Lopamudra Bora (Youth 16-17, -45 kg)
- R. Nikalyan Raj (Cadet 10-11, Special Bout vs. England)
- Agnindrani Ghosh (Junior 12-13, Special Bout vs. England)
- Nishchith Krishna M J (Cadet 10-11, Special Bout vs. England)
- Rudhreswaran M (Youth 16-17, 91+ kg)
🥉 Bronze Medals (Positioned)
- R. Nikalyan Raj (Cadet 10-11, -33 kg)
- R. Nalan Raj (Cadet 10-11, -37 kg).
- Nishchith Krishna M J (Cadet 10-11, -39 kg)
- Ganesh Hanumanthappa (Youth 14-15, -51 kg)
- Md Fazal Jamil (Youth 14-15, -54 kg) (won)
- Tahira Perwez (Junior 12-13, -54 kg)
- Agnindrani Ghosh (Junior 12-13, -52 kg)
- Hammad Hussain Sariah (Junior 12-13, -36 kg)
India vs England: A Special Bouts!
One of the most anticipated moments was the special bout created against England, giving more experience to young fighters on an International platform, where Indian fighters put on a spectacular performance.
🏆 Gold Medal Winners (won)
✅ Hammad Hussain Sariah (Junior 12-13)
✅ Md Fazal Jamil (Youth 14-15)
🥈 Silver Medalists (Positioned)
✅ R. Nikalyan Raj (Cadet 10-11)
✅ Agnindrani Ghosh (Junior 12-13)
✅ Nishchith Krishna M J (Cadet 10-11)
This victory is a huge milestone for Indian Muay Thai, proving that our athletes can compete and win against some of the world’s best.
Unforgettable Battles & Close Calls
Many Indian fighters fought incredibly well and came close to winning Gold.
🔥 P. Sumanth (-57 kg, Pro Division)
- Defeated Uzbekistan in the semifinals.
- Lost the final against Kyrgyzstan in a tough match.
🔥 Chandan H (-67 kg, Pro Division)
- Scored a knockout against Malaysia in the semifinals.
- Lost the final against a strong Iranian opponent.
These fighters gained valuable international experience, and their performances have set the stage for future success.
What’s Next for Indian Muay Thai?
India’s success at the World Muay Thai Championship is just the beginning!
📌 Upcoming Events to Watch
- 16th Asian Muay Thai Championship (July 2025) – Hosted by Golden Mongkhon International & sanctioned by World Muay Thai Federation
- Dyad Muay Thai championship – A south zone Muay Thai Amateur Championship in Chennai
- Quad Zone Championship – A Northern side Muay Thai Amateur Championship in Kolkata
- Golden Mongkhon Title Championship (Jan 2026) – The national selection event for the next World Muay Thai Championship
With continuous training, exposure, and the right support, India is well on its way to dominating the global Muay Thai scene!
What Do You Think?
Do you believe India can become a dominant force in Muay Thai worldwide? Drop your thoughts in the comments!👇
🇮🇳🥊 Jai Hind! 🥊🇮🇳
