Nepal's rising MMA athlete Anisha Khadka chases history at EFC 135 showdown

For most people, success is measured by what they achieve. For Anisha Khadka, it is measured by how many times she rises after being knocked down.

Born in Nepal, Anisha began her martial arts journey at a young age through Karate, where she became a national champion. While many athletes would have been satisfied with that achievement, she dreamed of something bigger. She wanted to test herself against the best fighters in the world.

That dream led her to Muay Thai and eventually Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), where she dedicated years of her life to training, sacrifice, and competition. She moved beyond her comfort zone, training and fighting professionally in Thailand, one of the toughest environments in the world for combat sports athletes.

Her journey has never been easy. Like many fighters, she has faced financial challenges, career setbacks, injuries, and moments of uncertainty. Yet every obstacle only strengthened her determination to continue pursuing her dream.

Today, Anisha stands as one of the pioneering female MMA athletes from Nepal. She carries not only her own ambitions but also the hopes of young girls who dream of breaking barriers in combat sports.

Her hard work paid off when she became the UAE Muay Thai Gold Medalist in 2023, proving that dedication and perseverance can overcome any challenge. However, for Anisha, this achievement is only one chapter in a much bigger story.

On July 2, she has an important opportunity to compete in a professional MMA fight that could help shape the next stage of her career.

After years of relentless training and sacrifice, this fight represents more than just a competition. It is a chance to move one step closer to her ultimate goal: becoming the first Nepali female fighter to compete in the EFC Worldwide 135 which is scheduled to take place in South Africa on July 2.

For Anisha, this journey is about more than personal success. It is about representing Nepal on the international stage, inspiring future generations of female athletes, and showing that dreams can be achieved regardless of where you come from.

As she prepares for this important fight, she is seeking partners and sponsors who believe in dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. Their support will help provide the resources necessary for training, preparation, equipment, travel, and competition expenses.

Every great athlete’s journey is built with the support of people who believe in them before the world does. For Anisha, July 2 is not just another fight—it is another step toward making history.

The dream remains clear: to become the first Nepali female fighter to reach the EFC Worldwide and inspire a new generation to follow.