Scene 6 min22 March 2026

The Rise of MMA in Nepal

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From a handful of gyms to a growing fight scene — how mixed martial arts is taking root in Nepal, and where it's headed.

A decade ago, organised MMA in Nepal was almost invisible. Today a generation of fighters, coaches and promotions is building something real — and Pokhara is part of it.

Home-grown promotions

Events like our own Contender Series give Nepali fighters a stage and local fans a reason to fill the seats. Every card raises the level.

The road ahead

With more gyms, more coaching and more competition, the next wave of Nepali fighters is closer than ever to the international stage. We're proud to help build it.