My Journey: Fighter, Coach, and Referee
From the streets of Kerala to representing India on the global stage, I have fought every battle to get here. This is my life in the ring, the cage, and the gym.
This is me with my ashan (master), Putthalathu Raghavan. He taught me everything. I speak out for him because his legacy and the truth are important.
I was honored to be the inaugural referee for the GAMMA World Championship. This recognition from the official MMA federations is a great responsibility.
A knockout from one of my professional fights. This is a reminder of the power and precision that I teach.
I was a guest on the Unfiltered Ideas podcast, where I shared my journey from the streets of Kerala to the octagon. I always speak the truth about this sport.
A moment of meditation and focus after a hard training session. The fight is as much mental as it is physical.
As part of the Karnataka State MMA association, I am working to develop the sport and create opportunities for the next generation of fighters.
A group photo of the officials from the Karnataka State MMA association. We are dedicated to building a strong foundation for MMA in our state.
Powerful people make places powerful. Attending an event with other leaders in the Indian MMA community.
Posing for a photo with fellow officials and fighters in front of the cage. We are all working towards the same goal.
A look back at my own journey as a fighter. From holding pads to being ready for the cage, I have been on both sides.
About My Journey: Fighter, Coach, Referee
A coach is only as good as the truth they tell their students. When you train with me, you are not getting a polished marketing pitch or a fancy facility with air conditioning. You are getting a veteran who has stood in the octagon, refereed at the GAMMA World Championships, and built a gym where we sweat, bleed, and grow together. Whether you are prepping for a national bout or just looking to understand your own discipline, know this: we do not do fake, we do functional.
My training philosophy is simple: fear is the fuel, but discipline is the weapon. I started as a 10-year-old kid in Kerala and fought my way to the octagon representing India. That journey taught me that most people talk about fighting, but very few understand the cost of it.
I treat my role as a coach with the same weight as being an international referee. At BFC Bodyforce in Horamavu and Richards Town, we don't chase medals for the sake of it; we chase the reality of the sport. We train MMA, boxing, and grappling, but we also integrate traditional roots like Kalaripayattu and Silambam because movement is about more than just speed—it is about finding the right rhythm.
Our facility is real. We use industrial fans, not AC, because endurance is built in the heat. We train in an environment that simulates the grind of a real fight. If you are a beginner looking for self-defense or a serious fighter aiming for international competition, you will get my undivided attention and the truth about where your technique is lacking. I do not sugarcoat your progress because the cage does not forgive mistakes.
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