New Delhi: Wrestler turned Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Ritu Phogtafamous wrestling coach’s daughter Mahavir Singh Phogat, on Tuesday urged the Indian government to help promote mma in the country and also suggested that players of this sport “should also be considered for sports awards like Arjuna”.
“We play for our country too? We also represent India,” Ritu told IANS. “And I am not asking for anything here for myself, but it is for the youth who are choosing their career in this sport. Bollywood celebrities are following this game. Some films are also made.
“Government should promote and support it as it is gaining popularity among masses now. Sports awards like Arjuna will definitely help us a lot. MMA like other sports in India has a properly recognized body ( federation).
Ritu has entered the semi-finals of the Atomic Weight Grand Prix of a championship in Singapore. She defeated World No. 2 Meng Bo of China, who was on an undefeated streak of seven matches. The 27-year-old MMA fighter rejoiced at the “big win”.
“Meng Bo is a really good fighter. She is a contender for No. 2. She has more experience than me. But I have proved that I am one of the best. I have done some wrestling moves and wrestling moves and mma in this fight Used a combination of styles. “Really helping me in fights,” Phogat said.
“I learned a lot and gained a lot of experience in my last fight. I checked his (Meng Bo) videos, and trained accordingly. I’m ready to face anyone in the next round. I’m in the next round.” I’m ready for the challenge.”
When asked if she will return to wrestling, Ritu said, “Right now, my only focus is MMA.”
“I am not thinking of getting back into wrestling. I know my father wants us to win an Olympic medal. Sangeeta will participate. world wrestling championship. He has made a good comeback. Also, my cousin Vinesh Phogat? She is working hard too. She was unlucky this time in Tokyo (Olympics), but hopes to win a medal in Paris in 2024.”
“We play for our country too? We also represent India,” Ritu told IANS. “And I am not asking for anything here for myself, but it is for the youth who are choosing their career in this sport. Bollywood celebrities are following this game. Some films are also made.
“Government should promote and support it as it is gaining popularity among masses now. Sports awards like Arjuna will definitely help us a lot. MMA like other sports in India has a properly recognized body ( federation).
Ritu has entered the semi-finals of the Atomic Weight Grand Prix of a championship in Singapore. She defeated World No. 2 Meng Bo of China, who was on an undefeated streak of seven matches. The 27-year-old MMA fighter rejoiced at the “big win”.
“Meng Bo is a really good fighter. She is a contender for No. 2. She has more experience than me. But I have proved that I am one of the best. I have done some wrestling moves and wrestling moves and mma in this fight Used a combination of styles. “Really helping me in fights,” Phogat said.
“I learned a lot and gained a lot of experience in my last fight. I checked his (Meng Bo) videos, and trained accordingly. I’m ready to face anyone in the next round. I’m in the next round.” I’m ready for the challenge.”
When asked if she will return to wrestling, Ritu said, “Right now, my only focus is MMA.”
“I am not thinking of getting back into wrestling. I know my father wants us to win an Olympic medal. Sangeeta will participate. world wrestling championship. He has made a good comeback. Also, my cousin Vinesh Phogat? She is working hard too. She was unlucky this time in Tokyo (Olympics), but hopes to win a medal in Paris in 2024.”
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