Three MMA fighters from Vadodara selected to represent India in world championship at Bahrain
First time two girls from the city selected for the championship
Its a matter
of pride for Vadodara as three MMA fighters from the city are selected to
represent India in the world championship at Bahrain. The fighters are part of
the 11 member team representing the country
at the international stage. First time two girls from the city are selected for
the championship to show their skills are the world arena.
Akash Paulkar,
Jishal Parmar and Khushi Gohel are going to represent the city at International
level as the trio are selected for the MMA world championship at Bahrain from 10 to 17 November. Supported by Vikas Sports
and Charitable Trust the players are getting rigorous training for the
tournament and ready to face their opponents. After showed their prowess at the
national tournament in Bangalore they are now eager to repeat the performance
at the world stage.
Alembic CSR
foundation helped the players for their Visa, fees and traveling expenses. Ami
Lifesciences Private Limited helps them in their diet and nutrition.
Coming from
humble background the players specially the girls are excited to show their
power in the game dominated by men. "Its a good opportunity for us to show
the women power to the world and beat our opponents for the medals. We want to
show everyone about women empowerment and show the world that we are not far
behind from anyone,' said Khushi Gohel daughter of a tailor and pursuing B.Sc
in Chemistry from SP University Nadiad.
Both the girls
Jishal Parmar and Khushi Gohel are fresh from their gold medal victories at
National championship organised in Bangalore and now fight in various
categories in the world championship. Jishal will play in 61.2kg, Khushi in 70.3kg and Akash Paulkar in 52kg. Paulkar was selected for his 10seconds record
knockout victory over his opponent in the nationals held recently. "I not
visit my home for more than a year now with a challenge to become a champion
one day in this sport. My father always support me and I will fulfill my dream
soon," said Paulkar son of a security guard in Pune.
All the three
players are leaving for Bahrain and fight in their categories. "Jishal is
good in striking which includes kicking and punching. Khushi strength is ground
game and Akash has all round abilities to show against their opponents in the
championship. We hope for a good show in the championship at Bahrain,"
said Babloo Sawant chief coach MMA Gujarat.