The Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA) recently concluded its highly anticipated 2024 World MMA Championships, bringing together elite fighters from across the globe. The competition featured a range of categories, providing a platform for both rising stars and experienced athletes to showcase their talent.
With athletes from multiple countries competing fiercely, the event delivered high-intensity action, incredible performances, and memorable victories. This article highlights the individual rankings and results from the championship, recognizing the outstanding fighters who made their mark on the global stage.
The GAMMA World MMA Championships is one of the most prestigious tournaments in amateur mixed martial arts. It provides fighters with an opportunity to test their skills at an international level while gaining valuable experience before stepping into the professional circuit.
This year's event featured multiple age and weight divisions, including:
- U10 Boys and Girls: Categories ranged from -26 kg to 38+ kg.
- U12 Boys and Girls: Weight classes spanned from -30 kg to 50+ kg.
- U14 Boys: Divisions included -34 kg, -46 kg, and -50 kg.
The competition was intense, with athletes demonstrating top-tier skills, resilience, and sportsmanship.
Standout Performances Across Different Categories
U10 Boys -30 kg Division
One of the most thrilling contests was in the U10 Boys -30 kg division. Fighters displayed impressive technical abilities, proving that age is no barrier to skill.
- 🏆 Champion: Stepan Lukin (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Cuan Havlin (Ireland)
- 🥉 Third Place (tie): Seo Hu Kim (Republic of Korea) and Ji Hu Kim (Republic of Korea)
Kazakhstan’s Stepan Lukin emerged as the gold medalist, demonstrating his superior grappling and striking techniques throughout the competition.
U10 Girls -26 kg Division
The U10 Girls -26 kg division saw a gripping final, with fighters showing great composure and skill.
- 🏆 Champion: Ajna Amith (India)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Qianzy Ratu Enereida (Indonesia)
India’s Ajna Amith dominated her opponents with precision and agility, securing the gold medal in this competitive category.
U12 Boys -34 kg Division
The U12 Boys -34 kg division showcased young warriors eager to make their mark on the sport.
- 🏆 Champion: Oliver Trallero (Spain)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Shivam Saha (India)
- 🥉 Third Place: Rahimov Numonjon (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Hafizh Alfiandra Endani (Indonesia)
Indonesia’s Hafizh Alfiandra Endani put on a strong performance, securing a bronze medal for his country.
U12 Boys -50 kg Division
This division witnessed some of the toughest battles of the championship. Fighters displayed exceptional endurance, technique, and determination.
- 🏆 Champion: Dmytro Kachur (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Muslim Bolatzhan (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Dominic Gabriel Vincentio (Indonesia)
U12 Girls -38 kg Division
- 🏆 Champion: Zlata Mikhno (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Aurelia Zee Ratu (Indonesia)
Indonesia’s Aurelia Zee Ratu fought with incredible resilience, clinching the silver medal in her division.
U12 Girls -42 kg MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Willow Liles (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Pippa Hawken (USA)
U14 Boys -34 kg MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mykyta Kartyshov (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Artem Malyi (Ukraine)
- 🥉 Third Place: Artur Tsymbalyuk (Kazakhstan) and Ricardo Guterres (Timor Leste)
U14 Boys -46 kg MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Volodymyr Anton (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Tadhg Havlin (Ireland)
- 🥉 Third Place: Diego Ambite Lazar (Spain) and Amir Kabaev (Kazakhstan)
U14 Boys -50 kg MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Artem Krasnoborodko (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Korouhenba Urungpurel (India)
U14 BOYS -54 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Basil Punathil (India)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Jibril Dhirgam (Indonesia)
U14 BOYS -58 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Richard Mujagic (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Leonidas Perlik (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Yaroslav Semeliak (Ukraine)
U14 BOYS 62+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Talon Worden (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Maksym Murha (Ukraine)
- 🥉 Third Place: Ivan Dudar (Ukraine) and James Martinez (USA)
U14 GIRLS -46 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Kristina Volkova (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Amber Van Wyk (South Africa)
- 🥉 Third Place: Nora Longhauser (USA)
U14 GIRLS -50 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Yelyzaveta Pash (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Liliana Davis (Ireland)
- 🥉 Third Place: Zlata-Zainab Almeflekh (Ukraine)
U16 BOYS -46 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Hosam Londa (India)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Goncales Correia (Timor Leste)
U16 BOYS -50 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Bohdan Pavlish
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ikhtiyorov Shokhjakhon (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Aminkhan Meden (Kazakhstan)
U18 BOYS -56 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Nazar Bilyi (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Bumi Himara (Indonesia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Shay Havlin (Ireland) and Leonid Reyna (USA)
U16 BOYS -58 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Ali Mammadov (Azerbaijan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Yehor Atlasov (Ukraine) and Yevheniy Rusanuik (Ukraine)
U16 BOYS -62 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Matyas Gruber (Czech Republic)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Krystian Wojniak (Poland)
- 🥉 Third Place: Yerzhan Nurzhanuly (Kazakhstan) and Mykta Moroz (Ukraine)
U16 BOYS -66 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Rassul Zhumagali (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Tanner Owens (USA)
U16 BOYS -75 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Juan Hernandez Gimenez (Spain)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ali Talpynov (Kazakhstan)
U16 BOYS 75+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Lintang Putra (Indonesia)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Christopher Rahn (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Sitaleki Taumoepeau (Australia) and Alinur Kaiyrbekov
U16 GIRLS -54 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Kyz Veironika (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Tamila Neimet (Ukraine)
- 🥉 Third Place: Emma Suter (USA)
U16 GIRLS 62+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Blanka Zawadzka (Poland)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Renee Mathova (Czach Republic)
Senior Men & Women MMA Championships
The Senior Men & Women divisions featured some of the most electrifying matches of the tournament. Experienced fighters from around the world brought their best skills to the cage, competing for the ultimate championship titles.
U18 BOYS -52,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Muhmmad Saqib (Pakistan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Mansur Septegen (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Akezhan Magperov Kazakhstan) and Anvarov Avaz (Uzbekistan)
U18 BOYS -56,7 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Andrii Martyn (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Altair Meirkhanov (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Ali Agayev (Azerbaijan) and Riswan Hutabalian (Indonesia)
U18 BOYS -61,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Khasan Muhamgazi (Turkiye)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Nicholas Kazmierczak (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Zayan Mohammad Jaunbocus (Mauritius) and Stanislav Kuzmienkov (Ukraine)
U18 BOYS -65,8 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Maxwell Stary (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Amir Serik (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Adil Aktleu (Kazakhstan) and Oleksandr Yurichko (Ukraine)
U18 BOYS -70,3 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Oliwier Przerwa (Poland)
- 🥈 Runner-up: James Weaver (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Yeraly Ordabayev (Kazakhstan) and Bubniak Serhii (Ukraine)
U18 BOYS -74,9 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Adam Haas (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Baahes Yaqhobi (Australia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Olimjonov Shoxjaxon (Uzbekistan) and Daniil Sukhoruk (Ukraine)
U18 BOYS -79,4 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Daniil Chernetskyi (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Shamil Sharifzada (Azerbaijan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Blake Maryska (Australia) and Jan Janouch (Czech Republic)
U18 BOYS -83,9 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Artem Zakharchuk (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Danylo Khalepin (Ukraine)
U18 BOYS -93,0 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mykhailo Polishchuk (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Vladlen Klemenchuk (Ukraine)
- 🥉 Third Place: Mahmood Kamal (Pakistan)
U18 BOYS 93,0+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mykhailo Polishchuk (Ukraine)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Yakuboc Baxodir (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Vladlen Klemenchuk (Ukraine) and Mahmood Kamal (Pakistan)
U18 GIRLS -52,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Manayra Siagian (Indonesia)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Anastasiia Kucherenko (Ukraine)
- 🥉 Third Place: Lusiya Tana (India) and Chloe Barker (USA)
U18 GIRLS -56,7 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Kaitlyn Van Wyk (South Africa)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Romaniuk Yana-Anastasiia (Ukraine)
U18 GIRLS -61,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Taylor Ellis (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Yeva Shapovalova (Ukraine)
U18 GIRLS -65,8 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Jana Lamacova (Czech Republic)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Gabriela Majercakova (Slovakia)
MEN -52,2 KG MMA
- 🥈 Runner-up: Jack Mayles (Australia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Vijay Yadav (India) and Dooronbek Kylychbek Uulu (Kyrgyzstan)
MEN -56,7 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Yernaz Mussabek (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Arsen Tuganov (Sweden)
- 🥉 Third Place: Philani Shabalala (South Africa) and Yedenkachew Telanhune (New Zealand)
MEN 61,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Ayman Zekhnini El Hajji (Spain)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ehtiram Darishov (Azerbaijan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Adil Sultanbekov (Kazakhstan) and Eko Saputra (Indonesia)
MEN -65,8 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Majid Corbett (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Bayron Jimenez (Nicaragua)
- 🥉 Third Place: Sardar Sardarli (Azerbaijan) and Ihor Kutsyn (Czech Republic)
MEN -70,3 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Kevin Kophamel (Australia)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Elias Ksia (Sweden)
- 🥉 Third Place: Teguh Primadian (Malaysia) and Argen Maratbek Uulu (Kyrgyzstan)
MEN -74,9 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mazhit Sardarov (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Adilbek Kairgali (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Anzor Shamilev (Sweden) and Pietro Miecelli (Italy)
MEN -79,4 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Aidyn Tolepbayev (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Rakhmonov Ulugebek (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Mehran Yavaripoor (Islamic Republic of Iran) and Christopher Baker (Australia)
MEN -83,9 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Said Al-Hammami (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Jan Samuel Luptak (Slovakia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Loni Filimoethala (Tonga) and Reece Carlo-Clauss (USA)
MEN -93,0 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mansur Shakhgireyev (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Jesse Kingi (New Zealand)
- 🥉 Third Place: Ignacio Fauro Nunez (Spain) and Khasim Janab Tafazul Rahman (India)
MEN 102,1- KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Dmitri Ceacusta (Moldova)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Colin Robinson (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Elvis Prince Grohmann (Germany) and Nursultan Makhmetov (Kazakhstan)
MEN 120,2+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Alexander Lutu (Samoa)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Mukaramov Sukhrobjon (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Cristian Constantinov (Moldova) and David Joshua Taumoepeau (Tonga)
MEN 120,2- KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Stanley Malae (Samoa)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Mark Kurji (Sweden)
- 🥉 Third Place: Gabriel Tysz (Slovakia) and Howard Siiloto (Samoa)
WOMEN -47,6 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Bayu Hendrasswari (Indonesia)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ana Cruz (Nicaragua)
- 🥉 Third Place: Novita Darnayanti (Indonesia) and Dalia Ebrahim (Egypt)
WOMEN -52,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Danielle Lentini (Canada)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Kanjutha Phattaraboon Sorn (Thailand)
- 🥉 Third Place: Veronica Zaijicova (Czech Republic) and Nabijonova Mukhlisa (Uzbekistin)
WOMEN -56,7 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Zoe Nowicki (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Karolina Chlobuszewska (Poland)
- 🥉 Third Place: Willow Morton (Canada) and Amina Mukhamed (Czech Republic)
WOMEN -61,2 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Kelley Hamming (Netherlands)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Sobirova Khilola (Uzbekistan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Baby Nansen (Samoa) and Amanda Gans (Canada)
WOMEN -65,8 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Hana Gelnarova (Czech Republic)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Katerina Lisova (Czech Republic)
- 🥉 Third Place: Nadja Eriksson (Sweden) and Suhaila Ali (Egypt)
WOMEN -72,6 KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Madeline Schellman (USA)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Tayler Kleemoff (USA)
- 🥉 Third Place: Taghrid Hamdy (Egypt) and Premaya Zunalia Wankou (Benin)
WOMEN 72,6+ KG MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Zeinep Orazkhan (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Roshini Rosa John (India)
- 🥉 Third Place: Nabila Alaaeldin (Egypt)
MEN -52,2 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Dooronbek Kylychbek Uulu (Kyrgyzstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: River Oktaviano (Indonesia) and Toni Hutapea (Indonesia)
MEN -55,7 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Amir Alkonov (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Jefferson Alexander Zapata Gonzalez (Niaragua)
- 🥉 Third Place: Mario Soares (Timor Leste) and Yusuf Widiyanto (Indonesia)
MEN -61,2 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Richard Dobrotka (Slovakia)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Enoc Escoto (Nicaragua)
- 🥉 Third Place: Huseyin Kaya (Turkiye) and Dawood Jan (Pakistan)
MEN -65,8 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Sairan Sagyndykov (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Abdul Sofyan (Indonesia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Rakhat Maratkhanuly (Kazakhstan) and Abdalla Mohamed (Egypt)
MEN -70,3 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Enzo Nahuel Vicente (Argentina)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Puja Riyaya (Indonesia)
- 🥉 Third Place: Beknazar Sagyn (Kazakhstan) and Lucio Carlo Gianni (Argentina)
MEN -74,9 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Meirambek Aubakirov (Kazakhstan)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Nurkesh Anas (Kazakhstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Imamuddin Mohammed (India) and Jordan Mccarthy (Ireland)
MEN -79,4 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Jack Connors (New Zealand)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ayman Galal (Egypt)
- 🥉 Third Place: Asomualemalam Saili (Samoa)
MEN -83,9 STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Roberto Roberts Zundans (Ireland)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Anthony Vitale (Samoa)
- 🥉 Third Place: Temirlan Aitimov (Kazakhstan) and Adam Jakubik (Czech Republic)
MEN -93,0 KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Dimitris Skourtis (Greece)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Rafal Korczak (Poland)
- 🥉 Third Place: Genesis Raukawa (New Zealand) and Asi Taufa (Tonga)
MEN 102,1-KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Mohamed Mostafa (Egypt)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Alejandro Secanella Fernandez De Herdia (Spain)
- 🥉 Third Place: Israel Phinees Mano (Burkina) and Manarbek Shaikhenov (Kazakhstan)
MEN 102,2+ KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Cristian Constantinov (Moldova)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Adthapong Saengtep (Thailand)
- 🥉 Third Place: Tonga Mataele (Tonga) and Jordan Tolovaa (Samoa)
MEN 102,2- KG STRIKING MMA
- 🏆 Champion: Sonny Kirisome (Samoa)
- 🥈 Runner-up: Ulanbek Zhaanbaev (Kyrgyzstan)
- 🥉 Third Place: Yerassyl Sartbay (Kazakhstan) and Niftaliyev Tofig (Azebaijan)
Indonesia’s Impressive Performance at GAMMA 2024
Indonesia’s athletes left a lasting impact at the GAMMA World MMA Championships 2024. Several young fighters secured podium finishes, proving Indonesia’s growing presence in international MMA.
Key Indonesian Achievements:
- Qianzy Ratu Enereida – 🥈 Silver Medal (U10 Girls -26 kg)
- Hafizh Alfiandra Endani – 🥉 Bronze Medal (U12 Boys -34 kg)
- Dominic Gabriel Vincentio – 🥉 Bronze Medal (U12 Boys -50 kg)
- Aurelia Zee Ratu – 🥈 Silver Medal (U12 Girls -38 kg)
These results highlight Indonesia’s rising MMA talent, setting the stage for future success in the sport.
Top International Highlights
Several countries showcased outstanding performances at the championship, solidifying their status as powerhouses in amateur MMA.
- United States: Gavin Clayborn dominated the U10 Boys 38+ kg category, winning gold.
- Ukraine: The nation excelled across multiple weight classes, securing gold in U12 Boys -38 kg and -42 kg.
- Kazakhstan: Fighters from Kazakhstan claimed multiple podium finishes, including Stepan Lukin’s gold in U10 Boys -30 kg.
A Successful Championship with Promising Future Stars
The GAMMA World MMA Championships 2024 showcased the incredible talent and determination of young fighters worldwide. Athletes pushed their limits, delivered thrilling performances, and inspired future generations of MMA enthusiasts.
As the sport continues to grow, GAMMA remains a crucial platform for nurturing the next generation of fighters. With many promising athletes making their mark this year, the future of amateur MMA looks incredibly bright.
For the full list of rankings and detailed results, visit the official GAMMA rankings page.
Stay tuned for more updates on GAMMA events, upcoming tournaments, and the latest developments in the world of MMA!