The Great Khali to attend Sikkim's International MMA fight

February 21, Singtam : The Great Khali, WWE Superstar and Sahil Khan, Bollywood actor and fitness icon is all set to visit Gangtok this April 17 to be part of the biggest International MMA fight night. The event is hosted by Indian Fight Night and organised by Team FITB 27 Event Head Bishal Chettri, Mr. Sikkim 2019 and owner FITB 27.

The official MMA T-shirt was released by The Great Khali at Film City, Mumbai on February 19, 2021. Team FITB 27 has thanked Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim for supporting and promoting the sport. International fighters, Indian fighters and fighters from Sikkim shall participate in this mega event, reads the press release.

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