10/06/2024
Puja Tomar, a 28-year-old mixed martial artist from Uttar Pradesh, India, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian to win a bout in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Tomar secured her victory at UFC Louisville 2024 on Sunday through a split decision against Rayanne Amanda dos Santos, with scores of 30-27, 27-30, and 29-28. Expressing her pride and the significance of her victory, Tomar dedicated her win to her fellow Indian fans and fighters. "This win is not just my win. It's for all Indian fans and all Indian fighters. I had to win to show the world that Indian fighters are formidable," Tomar stated in a post-fight video.