Wahidullah Nazhand, an Afghan mixed martial artist, secured a decisive victory on Saturday night in Hamburg, submitting his Tajik opponent, Faridun Shahnazarov, in the second round of their professional bout.
The match was part of the international Oktagon MMA promotion. Nazhand showcased a tactical and controlled performance throughout the fight, ultimately forcing Shahnazarov to submit via a submission hold.
The victory adds to Nazhand’s growing reputation in the MMA community and marks a significant moment for Afghan representation in the sport on the international stage.
The fight took place under the professional MMA ruleset, and Nazhand’s victory is expected to boost his standing within the Oktagon organization and beyond.
