Matribhumi Samachar English
Bangalore. Februrary 2025: Superhuman Battleground delivered a night of intense combat as the Amateur MMA League 4 took centre stage in Manipal, Karnataka, showcasing some of India’s finest up-and-coming fighters. The event, held at the Superhuman Gym, brought together 42 athletes across multiple weight divisions, each stepping into the cage with unrelenting determination. The energy in the arena was electric, with the audience witnessing a thrilling mix of knockouts, submissions, and tactical wars that left no doubt about the rising level of Indian MMA. The whole event was streamed live on YouTube and the whole event received over 1million hits across all platforms.
Among the many battles that kept fight fans on the edge of their seats, Jiu-Jitsu gold medalist Angel Patil and Bhakti Katudia delivered a clash that instantly became a classic. Both fighters traded relentless offense and defensive mastery, pushing each other to the limit in a contest that rightfully earned the Fight of the Night honor. Bhakti Katudia emerged victorious, securing a unanimous decision win after three hard-fought rounds.
Parvez Khan, stepping into the cage with an impressive 11-2-0 record, proved to be too much for Nitish Kumar, who found himself overwhelmed by Khan’s precise striking and relentless pressure. In a dominant display, Khan secured a technical knockout victory just before the round ended, stopping Kumar at the 2:59 mark. Meanwhile, Mumbai’s Vikas Gupta faced Hyderabad’s seasoned fighter Sandeep Baghel, a veteran of 32 professional fights. Gupta dominated the first two rounds with calculated aggression and relentless ground control, but in a stunning turn of events, Vikas Gupta pulled off a dramatic submission in the final round, forcing Baghel to tap and sealing one of the most unexpected comebacks of the night.
The most electrifying moment came when Amit Cheeda backed up his pre-fight words with brutal precision. Having confidently promised a knockout victory, he delivered in spectacular fashion, landing a ruthless front kick to the face of Muhammad Favas. The strike was both devastating and clinical, sending Favas crashing to the mat as Cheeda walked away with a statement victory.
Somesh Kamra, Co-Founder of Superhuman Battleground, reflected on the success of the event, emphasizing its role in shaping the future of Indian MMA. “This league is setting the foundation for the next generation of Indian fighters. The level of talent we’re seeing here is remarkable, and with more opportunities like this, these athletes will be ready to compete on the global stage.”
As the event came to a close, the roadmap for Superhuman Battleground’s future became clear. The organization is set to expand the amateur league to multiple cities, giving even more fighters the chance to compete at an elite level. The next event is scheduled for May 2025, with a total of four amateur events planned for the year. By 2026, Superhuman Battleground will also introduce a professional league, further strengthening India’s position in the global MMA landscape.
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