Shillong: The Meghalaya State Kickboxing Association (MSKA) delivered an outstanding performance at the 5th India Open International Kickboxing Tournament 2026, clinching a total of 23 medals at the prestigious event held from February 4 to 8 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi.
The championship, organised by WAKO India Kickboxing Federation, witnessed participation from top athletes across the country and abroad.
🏅 Overall Medal Tally
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Gold – 7
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Silver – 9
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Bronze – 7
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Total – 23 Medals
In the Women’s category, Meghalaya kickboxers secured 10 medals (4 Gold, 4 Silver, 2 Bronze).
In the Men’s section, athletes won 13 medals (3 Gold, 5 Silver, 5 Bronze).
🌟 Gold Medal Winners
Women:
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Belldona Pakyntein (Senior, K1 Rules – 52 kg)
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Daniella I W Mylliemngap (Senior, K1 Rules – 60 kg)
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Medariphylla L Nongbri (Senior, Low Kick – 56 kg)
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Joviality Lyngdoh Kynshi (Junior, K1 Rules – 40 kg)
Men:
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Babit Kharsahnoh (Senior, K1 Rules – 51 kg)
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Solomon H Buongpui (Senior, K1 Rules – 70 kg)
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Ialamjingshai L Mawlong (Junior, Low Kick – 48 kg)
🥊 Title Retained by International Players
Five international kickboxers from MSKA retained their titles:
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Babit Kharsahnoh
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Daniella I W Mylliemngap
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Medariphylla L Nongbri
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Ibadarishisha Mukhim
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Belldona Pakyntein
They collectively secured 4 Gold and 1 Silver medal, reaffirming Meghalaya’s growing dominance in international-standard kickboxing.
Following their arrival in Shillong from New Delhi, the athletes were warmly welcomed and felicitated at Hotel Assembly in recognition of their achievements.
📊 MSKA’s Overall Record Since 2017
Since August 2017, MSKA has amassed an impressive:
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99 Gold
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78 Silver
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103 Bronze
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Total – 280 Medals
Out of these, 76 medals are at international standards. Additionally, the association has contributed 9 medals (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 7 Bronze) for North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) at the All India Inter University (AIU) Games since 2019.
The latest achievement once again highlights Meghalaya’s emergence as a strong force in Indian kickboxing, with young athletes consistently making their mark on national and international platforms.
