MMA Fighter Puja Tomar’s to Face Her Biggest Test

Indian MMA fighter Puja Tomar is all set to fight against her opponent Shi Ming at the road to UFC Season 5 on May 29, 2026 in Macau. This is considered as one of the biggest fights in her UFC career as the fight will take place in the front of home crowd of Shi Ming who would be largely supporting her.

The contest is significant for Puja after her mixed results in prior two appearances. Despite the fact that she created history in 2024 by becoming first Indian woman to win UFC fight, she later suffered to compete against Shauna Bannon in 2025 that resulted in her submission loss. So, the victory in Macau can play a key role in regaining her momentum as well as strengthening her position in the UFC strawweight division.

But more than this, her rise represents as the breakthrough moment for Indian martial arts as she belongs to Budhana in Uttar Pradesh and rose from the domestic competitions before entering into global promotions. Moreover, she became the first ever Indian woman signed by UFC in the year 2023 that makes her journey an inspiration for many young girls.

While ahead of the competitions, Puja has emphasized on dominating the games as well as stated to showcase her grappling skills in upcoming match. She reportedly worked heavily on self-assessment and sharpening her skills after her previous defeat. Fans and athletes reflect believe that this match outcome can significantly shape her future in MMA competitions.