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Mizoram Dominates North East Regional Muaythai Championship, CM Highlights Sport's Potential
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News18•24-09-2026, 19:30
Mizoram Dominates North East Regional Muaythai Championship, CM Highlights Sport's Potential
- •Mizoram clinched the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, with Meghalaya as first runner-up and Tripura as second runner-up.
- •Around 350 fighters from all eight northeastern states competed in 100 categories.
- •Chief Minister Lalduhoma attended the closing ceremony, emphasizing Muaythai's global prominence and its potential for livelihood opportunities.
- •Lalduhoma cited Mizo fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala's contract with ONE Championship as an example of the sport's professional prospects.
- •The Chief Minister encouraged youth to pursue contact sports, highlighting their suitability for the region and their ability to bring honor and strengthen regional bonds.
Key Questions Answered
Mizoram emerged as the champion in the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, featuring around 350 fighters across 100 categories from the eight northeastern states.
Meghalaya finished as the first runner-up, while Tripura secured the second runner-up position in the regional tournament.
Mizo fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala has secured a contract with ONE Championship, which was cited as an example of the professional opportunities available in the sport.
