LAHORE, Nov. 2 -- More than 1,000 elite MMA fighters from over 70 countries are gathering in Tbilisi, Georgia, for the prestigious IMMAF World Championships, taking place from November 1 to 7.

One of the largest international competitions in mixed martial arts, the championship brings together the world's top emerging fighters in a major showdown for world titles and international recognition. Pakistan has sent a formidable seven-member national contingent. Representing the country's diverse sporting talent from Karachi, Lahore, Rawalakot, Poonch and Hunza in Gilgit-Baltistan.

The squad includes Shayan Mehdi (Karachi - Strawweight 52.2kg), Shams Ur Rehman (Karachi - Bantamweight 61.2kg), Syed M Qaim Abass (Lahore - Super Lightweight 74....