Warriors Dream Series Announces Fight Night 17 in Mumbai

POSTED BY:- Poonam S. Juthani
DT:-10/06/2026
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Mumbai, June 5, 2026 — Warriors Dream Series (WDS), one of India’s leading Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotions, has announced its flagship event Fight Night 17, scheduled for June 6, 2026 at the Sports Complex, Mumbai University, Kalina. The 17th edition of this marquee MMA property promises a day of combat sports spectacle, featuring ten bouts across professional and amateur divisions.

The stacked card spans multiple weight categories including Light Heavyweight, Flyweight, Featherweight, Lightweight, Bantamweight, Catchweight, and Welterweight, ensuring non‑stop action from the opening bell to the final horn.

Building India’s MMA Ecosystem

Founded by former MMA fighter Sanjivan Padwal and promoter Sudhanshu Srivastav, WDS has hosted over 20 editions and more than 1,000 fights, playing a pivotal role in strengthening India’s combat sports ecosystem.

Padwal commented: “Warriors Dream Series was created with a vision to provide Indian fighters with a credible platform to compete at the highest level while inspiring the next generation of athletes. Fight Night 17 will be another important milestone in our journey, delivering a world‑class experience for athletes, fans, and partners.”

Srivastav added: “The popularity of mixed martial arts in India continues to rise, and Warriors Dream Series is proud to contribute to that momentum. Fight Night 17 will bring together elite professionals and promising amateurs, creating exciting opportunities for fans, sponsors, and the sport as a whole. Our focus remains on building a sustainable, globally competitive MMA platform from India, often envisioned as the ‘UFC of India’.”

Main Event and Fight Card

Headlining the evening is a Welterweight (77.1 kg) Main Event clash between Kimson Tony and Ben Holdsworth, two seasoned competitors whose contrasting styles promise a tactical, hard‑fought battle.

The full card features:

• Pro MMA Division: Varun Sanyal vs. Karan Chauhan (Lightweight), Sangramsingh Godase vs. Sagar Dange (Flyweight), Raj Singh Baghel vs. R. Rajkumar (Featherweight), Thiaumunilal vs. A. Shabarish (Flyweight), Muhiddinov vs. Kesavan (Featherweight), Ashok Bagde vs. Rohit Raina (Bantamweight).
• Amateur MMA Division: Syed Imad Uddin vs. Gurjeet Chahal (Light Heavyweight), Suryansh Pathak vs. Nikhil Prajapati (Flyweight), Chhimey Nurbu Bodh vs. Nikhil Thapa (Flyweight).

Audience and Oversight

The event is expected to host 1,000–1,500 spectators, with bouts conducted under the supervision of the Mixed Martial Arts Sports Federation of India (MMASFI).

About Warriors Dream Series

Warriors Dream Series (WDS) is among India’s leading MMA promotions. Through its flagship properties Fight Night and Rising Stars, WDS has established a credible platform for emerging and established athletes to compete and advance their careers. With more than 20 successful editions and over 1,000 bouts hosted, WDS continues to elevate the sport’s profile nationally while building pathways for Indian fighters.