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Battle of Narts in Nazran

 
By Pavel Tsoroyev, Nazran. Exclusively for Vestnik Kavkaza

About 2,000 spectators at the amphitheatre in Nazran and millions of TV viewers all over the world have watched the Battle of Narts. The tournament was broadcast online in 120 countries. Those who were at the amphitheatre, a unique building in Nazran, were surprised that the ring had good sightlines from every side. Additional seats were installed for the tournament. Spectators were given an opportunity to try national cuisine, drinks, pray, test themselves in physical exercises, participate in contests, buy souvenirs and t-shirts with M-1 symbols.

Stars of Ingush variety entertainment performed to the accompaniment of Lezginka dancing. A colourful ceremony of the opening with elements of Nart culture started the tournament.

Ingush Leader Yunus-Bek Yevkurov, athletes, sports veterans, MPs and functionaries were present at the competition. Yevkurov’s initiative to hold the autumn tournament in Nazran was proposed at the M-1 Challenge 50 "The Battle of Neva.” "The Battle of Narts is an excellent competition, popularizing mixed fighting and a healthy lifestyle as a whole, We have a tradition of developing different kinds of sports,” said the leader of the region.

Ivan Buchinger (MMA Spirit) from Slovakia and Tural Ragimov (Mamishev Team) from Azerbaijan, representing Saint Petersburg, fought for the champion’s title of M-1 Challenge in the middle lightweight class. Unfortunately for the fans attending, Tural Ragimov lost to the Slovakian, injuring both hands. As a result of a technical KO, the fight ended with victory for Ivan Buchinger. Tural demonstrated excellent technique of hits and an aggressive manner of fighting. The "nightmare of Russian fighters” Ivan Buchinger is one of the strongest middle lightweights of Europe. Once again, he proved his highest class and notoriety as an undesirable opponent. He has 28 wins in 32 professional fights.

Tural Ragimov joined M-1 Global with a list of 7 out of 8 professional wins, won two dynamic and bright fights with Aliyar Sarkerov and ex-competitor for the M-1 Challenge champion’s belt Lee Morrison.

Yunus-Bek Yevkurov congratulated Ivan Buchinger personally and presented the champion’s belt, a symbol of victory, leadership, power and indisputable superiority. In addition to the traditional champion’s belt, the hosts of the tournament created a Nart belt from fish skin. Products made from that material have become the carte de visite of the republic. Presenting the belt, Yevkurov said: "Let the champion take part of our republic, that will stay in his heart forever, with the belt.” The Nart belt will be awarded to the best fighters of tournaments in Ingushetia every year.

Liveliness at the amphitheatre was provoked by fights of warriors in armour with swords and shields. The sound of strikes was raspy. This was not a problem for Ingush athlete Ali Mokhloyev’s throws. His opponent had no chances of victory.

Ingush Minister for Sports Ahmed Kotiyev signed an agreement to host historical fencing in the republic. "Considering the great interest of young people in historical fencing, we decided to develop this aspect. We plan to hold historical fencing fights within the framework of the Battle of Narts tournament and the Battle in the Mountains. We want to show our history, that our ancestors were strong and courageous protectors,” said Kotiyev. Annual training is organised to popularise historical fencing and select skilled fencers for international competitions.

"The most important thing in the battle is attracting young people and popularising historical fencing. Ingushetia has an ancient history and culture. Our ancestors were part of a courageous stratum and took part in many wars. They were skilled warriors and were famous all over the world,” reminded Yunus-Bek Yevkurov.

Ingushetia and M-1 Global signed an agreement within the framework of the tournament. Another agreement was signed to form a federation of swordfighters. The Battle of Narts will become an annual tournament in Nazran.

 


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