From Zomato Delivery to UFC Fight Pass: The Unbelievable Rise of Nilesh

 

Yesterday, one of our fighters competed on UFC Fight Pass.

Not a local event. Not a regional show.

UFC Fight Pass—the exact same platform that broadcasts the biggest, most elite fights in the world.

His name is Nilesh. And his story is going to change the way you look at your own excuses.

A Dream Fueled by Midnight Deliveries

A few years ago, Nilesh was doing Zomato deliveries late into the night just to survive. But every single morning, right after his grueling shift ended, he would walk through the doors of Crosstrain and put in the work.

He never complained. He never told anyone how hard things were at home or how tired he was.

He just showed up. Every. Single. Day.

Eventually, we found out what he was going through. We saw his undeniable grit, we believed in his potential, and we stepped in to sponsor his training. He didn’t just take that opportunity—he ran with it.

The Breakthrough: Becoming a Champion

Since those early days of exhaustion and relentless grinding, Nilesh proved exactly what he is made of. He fought his way to the top and became Aturto’s first-ever featherweight champion.

• He took home ₹5 lakh in prize money.
• He cemented his name in the record books.
• He proved that his hard work was finally paying off.

But he didn’t stop there.

The APFC Knockout on the World Stage

Yesterday, Nilesh walked into the APFC (Anthony Pettis Fighting Championship) cage.

This wasn’t just any fight. It was broadcast live globally on UFC Fight Pass.

In Round 2, he saw his opening and unleashed a devastating spinning kick straight to his opponent’s liver. His opponent immediately crumbled.

Fight over. KO victory. On the world stage.

A boy from Jaipur who used to deliver food at midnight just knocked someone out in front of a massive global audience on one of the biggest combat sports platforms on the planet.

Let that sink in for a moment.

The Rise of Indian MMA

This victory couldn’t have come at a better time. During a week when the UFC was being recognized at the White House and MMA is experiencing its biggest mainstream moment ever, Indian fighters are rising to the occasion.

Nilesh is living proof of what happens when someone who started with absolutely nothing decides to give everything they have.

He didn’t have money. He didn’t have industry connections. He certainly didn’t have an easy path paved for him.

What he had was sheer dedication. And he had Crosstrain.

What Is Stopping You?

Here is what I want you to ask yourself right now, honestly:

What is stopping you from chasing your goals?

Because whatever your answer is, whatever excuse is holding you back, it’s significantly smaller than the mountains Nilesh had to overcome.

If he can go from the night shift on a delivery bike to a spectacular knockout on UFC Fight Pass, you can take the first step toward your own transformation.

Start Your Journey at Crosstrain Today

Your first class with us is completely free.

• No risk.
• No long-term commitment.
• Just one hour on the mat to see what you are capable of.

That single hour could be the exact beginning of a story just like his.

Ready to step up?

• Book your free trial class today!

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See you on the mat.