Pakistan’s young mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters have delivered a remarkable performance at the GAMMA Asian MMA Championship 2026, securing two gold medals and bringing home Asian championship titles. The achievement has added another proud moment to Pakistan’s growing presence in international combat sports.
The championship is being held in Malaysia, with the second GAMMA Asian MMA Championship taking place from July 28 to August 2, 2026. The event has brought together athletes from across Asia to compete for continental honours.
Pakistan’s Muhammad Jawad Ahmed captured gold in the Under-16 54kg category, defeating Kazakhstan’s Zharylkassinov Merman in the final. His victory earned him the title of Asian champion and highlighted the potential of Pakistan’s emerging young MMA talent.
Another Pakistani fighter, Muhammad Saqib, secured the second gold medal in the Under-18 56kg category. Saqib defeated Thailand’s Changpan Wachart in the final to claim the championship title for Pakistan.
The double-gold achievement follows impressive performances by both fighters throughout the competition. Their success demonstrates the growing strength and potential of Pakistan’s youth in mixed martial arts, a sport that has been gaining greater attention among young athletes in the country.
The victories are also expected to inspire more Pakistani youngsters to pursue combat sports and compete at international levels. Winning two Asian titles at a major continental championship is a significant accomplishment for Pakistan’s MMA community, particularly with both gold medals coming in youth categories.
Pakistan’s latest success in Malaysia has once again placed its young fighters in the international spotlight, offering encouragement for the country’s future in MMA and other combat sports.
