Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Mizoram Wins North East Regional Muaythai Championship Title
Mizoram won a large Muaythai competition held in Aizawl.
Fighters came from all eight northeastern states.
About 350 people competed in 100 different categories.
Meghalaya came second, and Tripura came third.
Muaythai is a martial art from Thailand.
It uses fists, elbows, knees and shins.
Chief Minister Lalduhoma said the sport is becoming popular around the world.
He said it could help young people build careers and bring pride to their communities.
He pointed to fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala’s contract with ONE Championship as an example.
Mizoram won the North East Regional Muaythai Championship in Aizawl.
About 350 fighters from all eight northeastern states competed in 100 categories.
Meghalaya finished as first runner-up, while Tripura placed second runner-up.
Chief Minister Lalduhoma said Muaythai could create professional livelihood opportunities.
He cited Mizo fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala’s contract with ONE Championship as an example.
- Who
- Mizoram’s fighters, along with about 350 competitors from the eight northeastern states, took part; Chief Minister Lalduhoma addressed the event.
- What
- Mizoram won the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, with Meghalaya and Tripura finishing as the top runners-up.
- When
- The championship’s closing ceremony was attended by Lalduhoma; officials discussed the result on Thursday.
- Where
- Aizawl, Mizoram.
- Why
- The event promoted Muaythai competition, regional pride and potential professional opportunities for young athletes.
- Champion
- Mizoram
- Venue
- Aizawl
- Participants
- Approximately 350 fighters
- Represented states
- All eight northeastern states
- Competition categories
- 100
- First runner-up
- Meghalaya
- Second runner-up
- Tripura
- Professional example
- Nazareth Lalthazuala’s contract with ONE Championship