New Delhi, April 1 – India's rising Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter, Puja Tomar, is set to return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on May 29, where she will face China's Shi Ming in a strawweight bout at the Galaxy Arena in Macau.
The fight will take place as part of the undercard of Road to UFC Season 5, a platform aimed at promoting top Asian talent, leading up to the UFC Fight Night event headlined by Song vs. Figueiredo on May 30.
This will be Tomar's third appearance in the UFC, and it's a significant contest as she aims to strengthen her position in the strawweight division while continuing to represent India on the global stage.
Hailing from Budhana in Uttar Pradesh, Tomar has emerged as one of India's leading MMA fighters. A five-time national Wushu champion and former Matrix Fight Night titleholder, she made history in 2024 by becoming the first Indian woman to win a UFC bout.
Ahead of the fight, Tomar said that she is training hard and is ready to face any challenge posed by her Chinese counterpart. She also reiterated her commitment to the nation, stating that her sole focus will be on winning the match for India and making the country proud.
"This fight is a significant step in my journey. I represent my country every time I step into the Octagon. I have been preparing well, and I am ready," Tomar said.
Her opponent, Shi Ming, comes into the bout with a strong record, having won the Road to UFC Season 3 women's strawweight tournament, and will also have regional support in Macau.
Tomar, with a professional record of 9-5, is known for her aggressive style and endurance, and will look to secure another key win as Indian fighters continue to make their mark in global MMA.
Fans across India and globally will be able to watch the action live from Galaxy Arena as part of a marquee fight week in Macau.