GUWAHATI: Guwahati-based MMA fighter Monjit Yein is set to make his international debut at ONE Fighting Championship on March 21 in Thailand.
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Yein who originally hails from Arunachal Pradesh will face undefeated opponent Justin Jones Matoto in a strawweight bout in MMA rules in Bangkok, Thailand. Monjit trains in Guwahati at Bidang MMA & Fitness Gym and has an undefeated professional record of 5 wins. Yein has a rags-to-riches story with him working on paddy farmlands earlier, and now competing at world championships.
Talking to GPlus, Yein said, "I am absolutely excited for this opportunity to present myself at one of the top platforms in the world, for this sport. I would also thank my coach for the same. Hope to showcase a brilliant performance and bring glory to my country, state and gym."
Monjit has also competed earlier in multiple professional and amateur competitions.