Mixed martial arts fighter Owais Yaqoob received a warm and energetic welcome in his native Pulwama after returning from a notable win over Bulgaria's Delyan Georgiev. The homecoming highlighted the growing attention around the Kashmiri athlete, who has been building momentum with his performances in the cage.
Yaqoob said he was thankful for the support he received from across India. According to the available details, more than 1.6 million people watched his fight live, a sign of how quickly interest in his career is expanding beyond his home region.
The reception in Pulwama reflected both local pride and wider national recognition. For many supporters, his latest result was not just another victory but a moment that showcased talent emerging from Kashmir on a larger sporting stage.
With that win now behind him, attention is already shifting to Yaqoob's next challenge in Istanbul. His recent success and the response to his return suggest that his progress in MMA will continue to be followed closely by fans in Kashmir and across India.
