Bangkok, Feb 28: Mizo mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Nazareth Lalthazuala Hmar continued his impressive rise on the international stage with a dominant victory at ONE Friday Fights 144, securing his second consecutive win in ONE Championship on Friday night at the renowned Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
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| Nazareth Lalthazuala celebrates victory after submitting Jake Bron with a second-round arm-triangle at ONE Friday Fights 144 in Bangkok on February 27, 2026. |
Competing in the strawweight division, the 26-year-old fighter from Mizoram faced Filipino opponent Jake Bron in a highly anticipated bout. After a competitive opening round in which both fighters exchanged strikes and tested each other's strengths, Lalthazuala gradually took control of the contest with his superior grappling and tactical approach.
The decisive moment came in the second round when the Mizo fighter successfully brought the fight to the ground and locked in a perfectly executed arm-triangle choke. Bron struggled to escape the submission hold and was ultimately forced to tap out at 3 minutes and 56 seconds of the round, handing Lalthazuala another impressive victory in one of the world's leading martial arts promotions.
Representing Dojang MMA & Fitness Studio, Guwahati, under Team Joseph, Lalthazuala showcased a well-rounded performance marked by discipline, composure, and technical precision. Observers noted significant improvements in his ground game and fight management, highlighting his continued growth as a professional mixed martial artist competing at the highest level.
The victory follows his sensational promotional debut at the same venue, where he stunned fans by securing a knockout victory in just 16 seconds, instantly establishing himself as one of the most exciting emerging talents from Northeast India. With two consecutive wins in ONE Championship, Lalthazuala has strengthened his standing within the organisation and positioned himself as a promising contender in the strawweight division.
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His achievements have generated immense pride among sports enthusiasts in Mizoram and across the Northeast region. As the first fighter from Mizoram to compete and win on such a prominent global platform, he has become an inspiration for aspiring athletes and martial artists throughout the region.
Fans, coaches, and supporters have praised his dedication and perseverance, noting that his success reflects the growing potential of combat sports in Northeast India. Many believe his performances will encourage greater investment and participation in mixed martial arts across the region.
With back-to-back victories now on his record, attention is already turning to his next assignment in ONE Championship. Supporters eagerly await the announcement of his next bout as Nazareth Lalthazuala Hmar continues to build momentum and carry Mizoram’s sporting flag onto the international stage.
