Thirteen-year-old Khushnaaz Siganporia holding national titles in two martial arts — Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu – became the youngest Indian to make her professional debut (permitted only gloves and teeth guard as protective gear as compared to amateurs who use head, elbow, chest and shin guards) in Muay Thai. Referred to as the art of eight limbs, Muay Thai allows a fighter to strike the opponent by punching, kicking, using elbows or knees as compared to Jiu-Jitsu that requires expertise in grappling, ground fighting and submission holds.
Khushnaaz Siganporia (r) with coach Balakrishna Shetty
Competing in the under 14 years, 37-40......