The semifinal match was initially scored as a loss for Suchika
A protest led to arbitration and a second scoring round
The second scoring resulted in a draw, activating the weight‑based tie‑breaker rule
The lighter opponent was declared the winner based on the 700‑gram difference
Suchika earned a bronze medal, a historic achievement for Indian Mixed Martial Arts
After the fight, three judges rescored the bout and declared it a draw
According to the Asian Mixed Martial Arts Association rules, a draw is settled by the lighter competitor's weight
Her opponent weighed 700 grams less, so the win was awarded to the opponent
Suchika still secured a bronze medal, marking India's first medal in this sport at the Asian Games
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