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Sangram Singh Becomes First Indian to Win an MMA Bout in Argentina

The wrestler's quick submission win signals India's growing footprint in global mixed martial arts.

Overview

  • Sangram Singh defeated French fighter Florian Coudier by submission in 1 minute 45 seconds at Tigre Sports Club in Buenos Aires.
  • He caught a kick, took Coudier to the mat, and locked a choke that ended the fight after the referee confirmed the submission.
  • The win completed an international hat-trick following earlier victories in Tbilisi, Georgia, and Amsterdam, Netherlands.
  • Coverage identifies Singh as a double Commonwealth heavyweight champion who cut to the 83 kg class for this bout.
  • Singh credited decades of wrestling for the finish and thanked longtime coach Bhupesh and event organizers for their support.