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Dated Aizawl, the 30th May, 2026: Mizoram Mixed Martial Arts Association (MISMA) organized MISMA Fight Night was held on Saturday at R. Dengthuama Indoor Stadium, Mualpui. The event was graced by Shri Lalduhoma, Chief Minister as the Chief Guest, while UFC Flyweight Champion Joshua Van attended the occasion as Special Guest.

The Chief Minister, in his address, stated that honoring Joshua “The Fearless” Van, the first-ever UFC Champion from Southeast Asia, was a matter of great pride for the people of Mizoram. He emphasized that the Mizos, Chins, and Kukis belong to one ethnic family and that maintaining unity and brotherhood among them is of utmost importance. Joshua Van, he said, stands before the world as a representative of his people, and his achievements further strengthen the bonds and solidarity among these communities.

The Chief Minister praised Joshua Van’s remarkable accomplishments, highlighting his professional record of 17 victories, including 9 knockouts. He remarked that such achievements go beyond statistics and serve as an inspiration and challenge to young people. Referring to his own attainment of an Honorary 7th Dan Black Belt from the World Pro Taekwondo Headquarters Federation, Shri Lalduhoma stressed that reaching such heights requires self-discipline, perseverance, and strong mental fortitude. The Chief Minister also expressed his delight that he had received an Honorary Black Belt from Shariq Bapu, Senior Vice President of the Asian MMA Federation.

Shri Lalduhoma further noted that Joshua Van’s success encourages Mizo youth to set higher goals and confidently face the challenges of the world. Expressing his gratitude to the UFC champion, he assured him that Mizoram would continue to support him in all his future endeavors.

Shri Lalnghinglova Hmar, Minister of Sports and Youth Services, in his address informed the gathering that approval had been secured under the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme – Other Than Roads Infrastructure (NESIDS-OTRI) of the Ministry of DoNER for the construction of a Centre of Excellence for Boxing and various contact sports in Mizoram, at a cost of ₹38 crore. He described the approval as a significant achievement for the state’s sports sector.

The results of the MISMA Fight Night bouts are as follows:

Featherweight (65.8 kg Amateur Bout): Lalramsangliana (SPES Gym, MISMA) defeated Jeff Diengdoh (HR MMA Gym, Meghalaya). The trophy was presented by Shri Prasad Gaitonde, General Secretary, MMA India.

Super Lightweight (-74.8 kg Semi-Pro Bout): David Lalmalsawma (SPES Gym, MISMA) defeated Zacharia (Elite Gym, MISMA). The trophy was presented by Shri Shariq Bapu, Senior Vice President, Asian MMA Federation.

Co-Main Event Featherweight (-65.8 kg Semi-Pro Bout): Lalnunmawia (SPES Gym, MISMA) defeated Lalruatmawia (Zonet Mega Boxing Champion). The championship belt was presented by Joshua Van and Shri L.V. Lalthantluanga, Director of Zonet.

Main Event Bantamweight (-61.2 kg Professional Bout): Lalnunsanga (SPES Gym, MISMA) defeated Thangsanglian (Genesis Gym, Manipur) by technical knockout (TKO). The bantamweight championship belt was presented by Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma and Sports Minister Shri Lalnghinglova Hmar.

Joshua Van also addressed the gathering, and during the event, several local community organizations, including CRCM, Chin Community, Zofa Global, Zoro, the Muay Thai Association of Mizoram, and Assam MMA, presented tokens of appreciation and honors to the UFC Champion.

The Chief Minister was accompanied by Shri B. Lalchhanzova, Minister of IPRP&S, Prof. Lalnilawma, Minister of RD&AD, Shri Lalfamkima, Deputy Speaker, Shri Lalmuanpuia Punte, MLA and Adviser to the Chief Minister, Lt. Col. Clement Lalhmingthanga, MLA (Honorary President, MISMA), and Smt. Baryl Vanneihsangi, MLA. A large number of leaders from the Central YMA, sports leaders, government officials, and representatives from the International MMA Federation were also present in the event.