Shillong, June 28, 2025: The Lariti Multipurpose Hall in Mawkasiang, Shillong, transformed into a battleground of skill, strength, and spirit as the Shillong Cage Fighting Championship (SCFC) hosted its Fight Night 1, an action-packed evening featuring 12 thrilling MMA bouts. Held from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM, the event drew hundreds of spectators and MMA fans, all eager to witness the rise of new warriors in the North East's rapidly growing combat sports scene.
The SCFC aims to bridge the gap between local athletes and national-level competition, bringing top-tier mixed martial arts to Meghalaya’s doorstep. With a fiery lineup of 10 male and 2 female bouts, the event saw 12 local fighters from Meghalaya go head-to-head against 12 national-level opponents from states including Manipur, Mizoram, Assam, Karnataka, and Uttarakhand.
RESULTS: SCFC Fight Night 1 Winners
Middle Weight
• Winner: Johnny Nongrum (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Anurag Singh (Uttarakhand)
Bantam Weight
• Winner: David Chhangte (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Utpal Changmai (Bangalore)
• Winner: Darren Kharshandy (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Kipgen Satgunhao (Manipur)
Fly Weight
• Winner: Nazareth Lalthazuala (Mizoram)
Defeated: Jeko Laishram (Manipur)
• Winner: Liannun Suantak (Manipur)
Defeated: Jonibor Tron (Meghalaya)
• Winner: Donbok Nongrum (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Ankan Gogoi (Assam)
• Winner: Lalnunsanga (Mizoram)
Defeated: Jeff Diengdoh (Meghalaya)
• Winner: Lalhmangaihzuala (Mizoram)
Defeated: Ju Ha P. Ju Nongtdu (Meghalaya)
• Winner: Jitesh Sarkar (Assam)
Defeated: Enbok Mawani (Meghalaya)
• Winner: Rishanshem Lipon (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Angtang Shadap Kro (Meghalaya)
Straw Weight
• Winner: Ronald Khyriem (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Dambenaker Buiwan (Meghalaya)
• Winner: Synrop Wahlang (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Lee Diengdoh (Meghalaya)
Women’s Atom Weight
• Winner: Ribhalang Sun (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Violana Barman (Meghalaya)
Women’s Fly Weight
• Winner: Angel Patil (Meghalaya)
Defeated: Genevieve Pakma (Meghalaya)
The evening concluded with roaring cheers as fighters celebrated their victories and showcased sportsmanship in the cage. The SCFC has not only provided a platform for emerging talent but also solidified Shillong’s position as a rising hub for MMA in India.
