Pune, May 21: Sohail Khan scripted history at the 4th National Kudo Championship Cup after winning the gold medal in the Men’s -250 PI category.

The Indian Kudo star set two major records during the tournament. He registered the fastest knockout in Indian Kudo history with a stunning 3.30-second finish and also secured his 23rd consecutive gold medal in national competitions.
The achievement is also regarded as one of the fastest knockouts recorded in Indian combat sports and further strengthens Sohail’s reputation as one of the country’s most dominant combat athletes.
The Indian Kudo star once again showcased his dominance on the national stage with a commanding tournament run featuring explosive finishes, elite grappling, and tactical superiority.
Sohail received a bye in the opening round before advancing further after his scheduled second-round opponent, Gulshan from Chhattisgarh, withdrew prior to the bout.
The defining moment of the tournament came in the quarter-final clash against Rahul Vyas of Rajasthan. In a breathtaking display of speed and precision, Sohail knocked out his opponent in just 3.30 seconds, creating the fastest knockout recorded by an Indian athlete in Kudo.
The historic finish stunned spectators and instantly became one of the standout moments of the championship.
Before Sohail’s historic 3.30-second finish, a four-second knockout by Arka Banerjee during the WMC India Ranking Series in West Bengal was considered among the fastest recorded knockouts in Indian combat sports.
Sohail continued his dominant form in the semi-finals against Tam Lapang of Arunachal Pradesh, where he showcased his grappling excellence by securing a Darce Choke submission victory within one minute to enter the final.
In the championship bout against Deepak Kumar of Haryana, Sohail delivered a composed and clinical performance, controlling the contest with superior striking accuracy, pressure, movement, and tactical discipline throughout the fight. He secured an emphatic 8-0 victory to claim the gold medal and complete another unbeaten national campaign.
With the triumph, Sohail Khan extended his extraordinary streak to 23 consecutive gold medals in national competitions, a feat that places him among the most dominant athletes in Indian sporting history.
Behind Sohail’s continued success have been the guidance and support of mentor Mehul Vorra, Head Coach of Kudo India, and his personal coach, Dr. Mohammad Aijaz Khan, Head Coach of Kudo Madhya Pradesh both of whom have played an important role in shaping and mentoring his journey over the years.
Speaking after the victory, Sohail Khan said:
“Every tournament is a new challenge, and I entered this championship with complete focus and discipline. Creating the fastest knockout record is special, but winning my 23rd consecutive gold medal is something I’m extremely proud of.”
He added:
“I’m grateful to my coaches, teammates, supporters, and everyone who has been part of this journey. These achievements motivate me to work even harder and continue striving for bigger success at the international level.”