Rana Daggubati’s IPBL & Anthony Pettis’ APFC Confirm Six Cities ‘Road to IPBL” India Tour in March

Former UFC Lightweight Champion Anthony Pettis is set to visit India for the first time, in March for a tour with boxing face-off between Anthony Pettis Fighting Championship (APFC) and the Indian Pro Boxing League (IPBL), in six Indian cities to promote combat sports in India and bridging the gap between international and domestic talent. IPBL has officially announced a major fight between WBC India Champion Sabari Jaishankar and Sergio Pettis, the former Bellator Bantamweight Champion and brother of Anthony Pettis.

Sergio Jerome Pettis is an American mixed martial artist currently signed with Bellator MMA, where he previously held the Bellator Bantamweight Championship. Before joining Bellator, he competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), earning recognition as one of the top fighters in the bantamweight division. His opponent, Sabari Jaishankar, known for his technical skill and power is India’s top professional boxer, having won multiple World Boxing Council (WBC) titles, including WBC India, WBC Australasia, and WBC Middle East Titles.

“The ‘Road to IPBL’ India Tour is more than just a series of matches—it’s a celebration of global combat sports, bringing together the best in the world to ignite the passion of Indian fans and combat sportsmen. We’re thrilled to take IPBL to new heights and create unforgettable moments in every city we visit. This is just the beginning, and we’re ready to make history.” said, Rana Daggubati, Strategic Partner of IPBL.

Anthony Pettis expressed his delight at visiting India on his Instagram announcing the “Road to IPBL” tour, revealing stops in Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Goa, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. The tour builds on the momentum created last August when Pettis faced off with Indian actor and IPBL co-founder Rana Daggubati in Mexico. That meeting laid the foundation for this highly anticipated India vs. America boxing showdown under the IPBL banner.

“India has an incredible passion for combat sports, and I’m excited to be part of this movement with IPBL,” said Anthony Pettis. “Bringing APFC to India and setting up a fight between my brother and one of India’s top boxing champions is a huge step forward for the sport. I can’t wait to experience the energy of the Indian fans firsthand.” Global sports personalities, including former UFC Champion Nate Diaz, NFL veteran Shawne Merriman, and Tyson Fury’s coach Jorge Capetillo, have shared their excitement over the news, taking to social media to support Pettis’s venture. With “Road to IPBL” promising a mix of thrilling boxing events and cultural exchanges, further details about the events and activities during Pettis’s visit will be announced soon.

About IPBL Boxing:

IPBL Boxing Pvt Ltd (www.indianproboxingleague.com) is a premier boxing promotion company in India, dedicated to elevating the sport of boxing and showcasing the talents of top boxers from across the nation. IPBL is renowned for organizing high-quality, competitive boxing matches and events, aimed at bringing the excitement and passion of boxing to a wide audience. Through its commitment to excellence and innovation in the sport, IPBL is at the forefront of transforming boxing into a mainstream sporting attraction in India, making it accessible and enjoyable for boxing enthusiasts and new fans alike.