SELF SUSTAINING SPORTING ECONOMY CHAMPIONING PAKISTAN’S GLOBAL IMAGE
Welcome to the World of Pakistan MMA Federation




Pakistan Open MMA Championship 2025
The Pakistan MMA Open Championship is the country’s most prestigious amateur mixed martial arts event — a national platform where the best emerging fighters from across Pakistan come together to compete for glory and recognition. This year’s edition is more than just a championship; it’s the official qualifier for the 2025 IMMAF World Championships in Georgia, giving fighters the chance to earn their place on the global stage.
RECOGNISED AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL
PAKISTAN MMA FEDERATION IS THE OFFICIAL GOVERNING BODY FOR THE SPORT OF MMA
IN PAKISTAN. IT IS A DRIVING FORCE FOR YOUTH EMPOWERMENT CHARACTER
DEVELOPMENT AND INTERNATIONAL PRIDE & SPORTS DIPLOMACY.


RECOGNISED BY THE GLOBAL GOVERNING BODY OF MMA
PAKISTAN MMA FEDERATION IS SANCTIONED BY IMMAF, FIFA EQUIVALENT OF MIXED MARTIAL ARTS.WITH OVER 120 MEMBER NATIONS, IMMAF ENSURES COMPETITIVE LEGITIMACY, ATHLETE PROGRESSION, AND GLOBAL REPRESENTATION.PAKISTAN HOLDS THE DIRECTOR SOUTH ASIA SEAT AT IMMAF.






News & Articles Of MMA Federation In Pakistan
Explore exclusive coverage of our national athletes, major MMA events, and expert analysis on how Pakistan is making waves on the global stage. Dive into the world of MMA with in-depth articles, interviews with top fighters, and more.
Pakistan’s MMA revolution gains momentum under Omar Ahmed’s leadership
Pakistan’s Rizwan Ali defeats India’s Srikant Sekhar in Asian MMA Championship
BRAVE Combat Week Crosses 10M Views, Pakistani Fighters Dominate Competition as Pak MMA Partners with Myco, TapMad and BSports for Digital Broadcast
2024 IMMAF Asian Championships to take place as part of BRAVE International Combat Week
India vs Pakistan tension comes to a boil as Sekhar and Ali go head-to-head at BRAVE CF 85 press conference
Pakistan MMA Association Reports Progress in Uniting Amateur Rules Among Promoters
Pakistan Bags 2 Golds and Multiple Medals in IMMAF Asian Championships in Lahore
Pakistan hosts first ever international MMA championship in Lahore
PRESIDENT
Omar Ahmed
Omar Ahmed, a driving force in Pakistani Combat Sports, has championed MMA at all levels, from amateur to professional, and even in the white-collar realm, popularizing fight culture among the youth. Omar Ahmad – former kickboxer educated in London, he brings both combat experience and international perspective to the role. As President Pakistan MMA Federation, his innovative “Athlete Development Program” has produced champions across various categories, notably in the female division, leveraging private sponsorships to operate efficiently with a small yet effective team.Through strategic partnerships with major media networks and sponsors, Ahmed has cultivated an ecosystem for MMA to flourish, exemplified by the success of ARY Warriors (Road to Brave) televised live on national TV, achieving high TRP ratings. Recently appointed as Director of the World Talent Agency for South Asia, he has secured top talent signings with Brave MMA, further elevating the region’s presence in the MMA world.As an entrepreneur and CEO of BRAVE Gym Pakistan, Ahmed’s impact extends beyond MMA, attracting athletes from diverse sports and spearheading initiatives like the Real Fight Project, a mental health charity. Additionally, his role as a director in one of the country’s largest security organizations underscores his multifaceted contributions, deploying a vast workforce across various sectors nationwide.
IMMAF Asian Championships 2024

Pakistan’s Biggest Sporting Event – First Time in the History of Pakistan
For the first time in Pakistan’s history, the nation played host to its biggest-ever sporting event, combining the international prowess of the Brave Combat Federation (Brave CF) and the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF). This landmark occasion took place at the prestigious Sports Complex in DHA Phase 6, where 16 elite teams and 150 world-class athletes from across the globe gathered to showcase their talents in an intense competition for supremacy.
Pakistan’s Biggest Sporting Event – For the First Time in the History of Pakistan, the nation played host to its biggest-ever sporting event, combining the international prowess of the Brave Combat Federation (Brave CF) and the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF). This landmark occasion took place at the prestigious Sports Complex in DHA Phase 6, where elite teams and world-class athletes from across the globe gathered to showcase their talents in an intense competition for supremacy.

This event didn’t just break records — it set new ones. With viewership and engagement levels surpassing even the 1996 Cricket World Cup and the 2004 South Asian Games, the Pakistan MMA Open Championship has redefined what is possible for combat sports — and all of sports — in the region.
It wasn’t just a fight night. It was a movement. A global moment for Pakistan. And it’s only just the beginning.

About
Pakistan MMA Federation
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport that incorporates techniques from various martial arts disciplines, such as boxing, jiu-jitsu, wrestling, and Muay Thai. It is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, known for its intense competition, discipline, and technical mastery.
At the Pakistan MMA Federation, we are committed to nurturing talent, promoting sportsmanship, and providing opportunities for Pakistani athletes to shine on both the national and international stage. As the Government-Approved Body for the sport, we work under the guidance of the Pakistan Sports Board, ensuring that all standards are met to develop Mixed Martial Arts in Pakistan responsibly and safely.
Our Events
The Pakistan MMA Federation is at the forefront of organizing Mix Martial Arts events. Our events are designed to showcase the best talent Pakistan has to offer while providing local fighters with opportunities to compete at the highest level.

2021 IMMAF World Championships – ABU DHABI
Pakistan Makes History at the 2021 IMMAF World Championships in Abu Dhabi The Pakistan Mixed Martial Arts Federation (PAKMMAF) proudly...

2022 IMMAF Asian Championships – TAJIKISTAN
Pakistan Shines at the 2022 IMMAF Asian Championships – Dushanbe, Tajikistan Team Pakistan, under the banner of the Pakistan MMA...

2022 IMMAF World Championships – Serbia
2022 IMMAF World Championships: Pakistan MMA Federation’s Proud Participation From February 11 to 17, 2023, Pakistan MMA Federation made its...

2023 IMMAF Asian Championships – Bahrain
2023 IMMAF Asian Championships: Pakistan’s Participation on the Global Stage The 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships took place from December 10...

2024 IMMAF Asian Championships – Pakistan
Historic Moment: Pakistan Hosted the 2024 IMMAF Asian Championships In a momentous occasion for the sport and the nation, Lahore...

Pakistan Open MMA Championship 2025
The Pakistan MMA Open Championship 2025 is here — the biggest and most meaningful platform for amateur fighters across the...
LOCAL COVERAGE
Top National Media Outlets across television, print, and digital platforms have extensively covered Pakistan Mma Federation’s Milestones, showcasing the sport’s growing impact across the country.
INTERNATIONAL COVERAGE
Featured across top international sports channels, BBC, Arab News, Independent Urdu, and global digital networks. Mainstream press coverage created a unified combat sports media ecosystem.
Advisory Board of pakistan mixed martial arts Federation
Meet the driving force behind our vision: Our esteemed Advisory Board Members.

Ali Haider Gillani
Philanthropist and member of Parliament and Prominent Youth Leader

DIG Sarfraz Virk
Director General – Federal investigation Authority

Brig. Mobeen Farooqi
Former Head of Special Forces (Special Services Group)

Ramla Baig
UC Berkeley Graduate Head of Legal

Sultan Gohar Ijaz
Industrialiast & Developer
Our Sponsors
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Our Media Partners
Our media partners are the voice behind our vision — helping us share every moment, every victory, and every story with the world. Their support brings our athletes and events to the spotlight they deserve.






