Raiwat Sagdeo And The Relentless Pursuit Of MMA Greatness
From accidentally signing up for a “martial art” class thinking it was sketching, to training at Bali MMA with global talent—21-year-old Raiwat Sagdeo’s journey into the brutal, beautiful world of Mixed Martial Arts is as unconventional as it is inspiring. In this candid conversation, the Nagpur-born fighter opens up about infrastructural struggles in India, the pressure of injuries, self-belief, and why chasing greatness for him is about becoming the best version of himself—not just reaching the UFC.
Chasing Greatness — Nagpur’s Raiwat Sagdeo Confident Of Making A Mark In MMA
In a country where MMA is still finding its footing, 21-year-old Raiwat Sagdeo from Nagpur is already making waves. From humble beginnings in Pinjore to training under elite coaches at Bali MMA, Sagdeo’s journey is one of grit, resilience, and unwavering passion. Despite injuries and early setbacks, the karate-kid-turned-MMA-prospect is chasing greatness—not fame—with an amateur record of 4-2-0 and eyes set on a professional debut.
Sohail Khan: The Golden Boy Of MP On His Kudo Journey, World Cup Dreams And Akshay Kumar’s Influence
In an exclusive interview with The Sportz Planet, Sohail Khan, the “Golden Boy of Madhya Pradesh” and Junior Kudo World Champion, shares his inspiring journey in the full-contact martial art. Ahead of his departure for the Kudo World Cup in Bulgaria, Khan discusses his transition from Karate, the pivotal role of Akshay Kumar in popularizing Kudo in India, and his aspirations to bring home another gold medal for the nation.