Nepali MMA prospects take centre stage across India ahead of Dhant’s Road to UFC bout
Summary
Nepali mixed martial arts prospects Gokul Khadka, Asbeen Chhetri and Rahul Hamal Thakuri are competing in India this month as the country’s fight scene gains regional momentum. Their bouts in Hyderabad and Itanagar come ahead of Rabindra Dhant’s Road to UFC return.
Key Points
- Gokul Khadka and Asbeen Chhetri are set for high-stakes semi-pro bouts at Legacy Fighting Championship 2 in Hyderabad.
- Rahul Hamal Thakuri will make his professional debut at Aturto 4.2 in Itanagar against India’s Darren Kharshandy.
- The fighters are calling on the Nepali diaspora in India to turn out and support them.
- Their Indian-circuit appearances are being seen as preparation and momentum for Nepal’s broader combat sports scene ahead of Rabindra Dhant’s Road to UFC bout.
