Owais Yaqoob from Pulwama has made history by becoming the first Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) champion from Kashmir to win at the BRAVE CF 107 event.
His victory has been widely celebrated, with local leaders and the J&K Chief Minister praising his achievement on the global stage.
Yaqoob's success is expected to boost the popularity of combat sports in the region, providing a new path for aspiring athletes.