Shillong, June 28, 2025 — In a spectacular display of courage, finesse, and skill, the Meghalaya Muaythai contingent emerged as one of India’s brightest performers at the 2025 Asian Muaythai Championship. Competing against Asia’s elite in [host city], the team returned home with an impressive 10 medals—an achievement that has sparked celebrations across the state.
Medal Tally Breakdown
Gold: 3
Silver: 4
Bronze: 3
This haul marks Meghalaya’s strongest performance yet at a continental Muaythai event.
Highlights from the Ring
Elite Athletes Dominate: Both senior male and female fighters stepped into the ring with determination. Their poise and mastery of technical and strategic aspects clinched the gold medals, earning fierce respect from the competition.
U23 Stars Shine: Young aspirants competing in the U23 category played a pivotal role, contributing significantly to the silver and bronze tally. Their strong bouts, combined with powerful kicks and clinching techniques, showcased the depth of Muaythai talent emerging from Meghalaya.
Leadership & Support
At the forefront of this success is the Muaythai Association of Meghalaya, guided by the insights and passion of its President, A. Sun. Their thoughtful preparation—spanning rigorous training, exposure to national competition, and targeted selection—was instrumental in such an outstanding continental performance.
Eyes on the Global Stage
Following their success in Asia, the team is now gearing up to compete at the elite global level. With participation confirmed at the IFMA World Muaythai Championship in Turkey later this summer , Meghalaya’s finest athletes are preparing to take on the world. The same group of 10 athletes who showcased their mettle in Asia this June is expected to step onto the world stage in May–June 2025, carrying the confidence of recent successes.
A Wave of Inspiration
The state government, led by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and supported by Sports Minister Banteidor Lyngdoh, has celebrated the accomplishment. Plans are underway to officially felicitate the winners and pledge continued backing in the form of infrastructure, coaching, and incentives.
This 10‑medal achievement does more than add to Meghalaya’s highlight reel—it sets the stage for greater ambitions. With a generation of talented athletes rising from across the state, the future of Muaythai in Meghalaya looks promising and vibrant.
What’s Next?
All eyes will now be on the upcoming IFMA World Championship in Antalya, Turkey (May 22 – June 1, 2025), where Meghalaya’s athletes will look to transform continental success into podium finishes on the global stage .
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