A mixed martial arts tournament for Afghanistan’s Central Zone has begun, organized by the country’s Martial Arts Federation in cooperation with the General Directorate of Olympic Movement, Physical Education and Sport.
The two-day event is being held at the central gymnasium of the country’s sports administration and features 120 athletes across different weight classes.
Participants compete in two age categories: adolescents and youth. At the end of the tournament, 18 athletes will be selected to take part in international competitions in the sport.