The unbeaten run continues, stronger, sharper, and more commanding. Pakistan’s MMA sensation Rizwan “The Haider” Ali reaffirmed his dominance as a nightmare matchup for Indian fighters, dispatching Rana Rudra Pratap Singh “The Rajput” with a first-round technical knockout at the Absolute Championship Akhmat (ACA) in Dubai’s Agenda Arena on Thursday night.
This emphatic victory marked Rizwan’s fourth consecutive win over an Indian opponent in just two years, each ending in a decisive finish. His flawless professional record now stands at 11-0, underscoring his reputation as one of the region’s most feared competitors.
The atmosphere inside the arena crackled with anticipation long before the opening bell. The rivalry was palpable, evident in the pre-fight stare-down where Rizwan and Rudra Pratap (12-3) refused the traditional glove touch — a silent signal that this bout transcended sport. It was personal. It was pride.
As the fight began, Rudra Pratap, the 28-year-old powerhouse from Lucknow, immediately went for a takedown, hoping to neutralize the explosive striking of the “Pakido Warrior.”
But Rizwan read it perfectly. His sprawl was textbook — pure defense turned into domination. He reversed position, pinned Rudra Pratap against the cage, and delivered a punishing knee to the midsection before executing a thunderous slam that sent the Indian fighter crashing to the mat.
What followed was a clinical dismantling. With icy composure, Rizwan advanced position after position until he secured the full mount — the ultimate command post in MMA.
Rudra Pratap, known for his own finishing ability with 11 stoppages, tried desperately to tie him up. But Rizwan, the pride of Rawalpindi, thrives in close-quarters chaos. Within moments, he unleashed a barrage of strikes that forced the referee’s intervention.
Following the historic win, Rizwan Ali expressed gratitude to his supporters, saying:
“I want to thank the entire nation and the MMA Federation. I didn’t shake hands with my Indian opponent — I told him before the fight that I would defeat him. Nothing comes before Pakistan. This victory is dedicated to the Pakistan Army and the entire nation.”
