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Why Suchika Tariyal lost despite a draw: Final denied by 700g, left her in tears

Suchika Tariyal has made history by winning India's first bronze medal in MMA at the Asian Games. Her semifinal bout ended in a draw, with the outcome determined by a minuscule weight difference. Tariyal's journey into combat sports was sparked by a self-defense incident at the age of twelve. This significant achievement symbolises a milestone for Indian combat sports on an international stage.

Why Suchika Tariyal lost despite a draw: Final denied by 700g, left her in tears

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