Sangram Singh becomes the first Indian to claim victory in Levels Fight League in Europe
Indian had won on professional MMA debut at Gama International Fighting Championship
Says "win belongs to every young Indian dreaming of competing on world stage"
Wrestler-turned-MMA fighter and Commonwealth heavyweight champion Sangram Singh has become the first Indian to claim victory in the Levels Fight League (LFL) in Europe. At LFL 20 in Amsterdam, Sangram defeated Tunisia’s Hakim Trabelsi, a strong and experienced MMA wrestler who is much younger than Sangram.
Right from the start, Sangram controlled the fight with superior wrestling technique, positioning, and calculated striking. He effectively neutralized Trabelsi’s attacks and maintained control by keeping the fight in clinch and body-lock positions.
Sangram invited Trabelsi to attack and then countered with precision, maintaining dominance without exposing himself to unnecessary risks.
In the second round, Sangram executed a bar-arm choke submission — a powerful forearm choke variation related to the rear naked choke — which forced Trabelsi to tap out. Watch the full fight video below:
This victory marks Sangram’s second major MMA achievement in Europe. Earlier, he had made a strong professional debut at the Gama International Fighting Championship in Tbilisi, Georgia, where he defeated Pakistani fighter Ali Raza Nasir in under 90 seconds.
Sangram later said, “This win belongs to every young Indian dreaming of competing on the world stage. Levels Fight League gave me the platform to showcase Indian grit and resilience in Europe. I hope my journey inspires many more to pursue their dreams with dedication and courage.”
His coach Bhupesh Kumar said, “I am very proud of Sangram. Against a tough opponent like Hakim Trabelsi, Sangram fought with great heart and strategic discipline. He stayed defensive when needed and used his wrestling skills perfectly to control the fight. This match truly showcased Sangram’s unique fighting style — combining patience, strength and sharp tactics. It was a great fight and a deserving victory for him.”
Levels Fight League president Donovan James Alexander Panayiotis said, “Sangram is an inspiration in the sporting world, and his presence in the Levels Fight League will attract global attention. His energy, humility, and relentless spirit make him a perfect representative of Indian sportsmanship.”
