Puja Tomar, a 28-year-old Indian MMA fighter from Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, made history by becoming the first Indian to win a bout in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). She defeated Rayanne Amanda dos Santos via split decision at UFC Louisville 2024. Tomar, a former national Wushu champion, had previously competed in various championships, including Matrix Fight Night and One Championship. Her victory is seen as a significant milestone for Indian MMA, as she aims to prove that Indian fighters are not losers and will soon become UFC champions.