Historic Victory in Buenos Aires

Sangram Singh, a prominent figure in Indian MMA, achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first Indian to secure a victory in an MMA match in Argentina.

He triumphed over French competitor Florian Coudier, who is 16 years younger, in a swift match that lasted just one minute and 45 seconds at the bustling Tigre Sports Club in Buenos Aires. This victory marks his third consecutive win in MMA, following earlier successes in Tbilisi, Georgia, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. His wrestling skills played a crucial role in this latest achievement.

Reflections from Sangram Singh

After his victory, Sangram Singh, a two-time Commonwealth heavyweight champion, shared his thoughts: "Winning or losing is not my primary concern. I either win or learn. I believe that passion knows no age. As our Prime Minister often encourages, we should dream big and work towards those dreams. My aspiration to be the first Indian to win in Argentina has now been fulfilled." He expressed heartfelt thanks to the event organizers and his coach, Bhupesh, who has supported him for 25 years. Sangram noted the overwhelming support he received through congratulatory messages from both India and abroad, emphasizing the rigorous training he underwent, which included minimal hydration throughout the day.

Fight Breakdown

In the early moments of the match, Sangram landed a punch that Florian managed to deflect, redirecting it to his shoulder. Florian retaliated with a kick to Sangram's ribs, prompting a swift counter from Sangram. Despite Florian's strong appearance, Sangram's wrestling background proved advantageous. He successfully caught Florian's kick, bringing him down and executing a wrestling technique known as Sandi, ultimately leading to Florian's submission after the referee's repeated prompts.

Previous Fights

Sangram's victory in this match adds to his impressive record, having previously defeated a Pakistani fighter in just 90 seconds and winning another match in the second round.