Suchika Tariyal secures India’s first MMA medal with Asian Games 2026 bronze

Suchika Tariyal won India’s first mixed martial arts medal, securing a bronze at the Asian Games 2026.

She lost her semi-final bout in the extra round after a tough contest.

Tariyal previously competed in judo and kurash at international events, and her bronze has been described as a significant milestone for Indian mixed martial arts.