MMA in '26 Asiad; India hopes hinge on ending chaos
New Delhi, April 30 -- In a landmark move, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has said that Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) will make its debut at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. The sport will feature six events under the combat sports category, marking a triumph for MMA's prolonged battle for legitimacy.
However, India faces a troubling dilemma. The country's MMA scene is mired in confusion with multiple federations battling for official recognition and many more either dormant or operating as unverified entities. The absence of a unified governing body has for resulted in a chaotic environment, leaving athletes in the dark about qualification pathways in several continental and global events.
The Asian MMA Association (AMMA) will oversee ...
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