Hello, my name is Eesa Raja. I’ve signed up to take part in an MMA event hosted by ULTRA MMA, and this will be my first ever fight — I’ve never competed as an amateur or professional, so the whole experience is completely new territory for me.

A bit about why I’m doing this:

Back in 2020, I was sectioned for mental health and reached a point where I became a danger to myself. I attempted suicide several times, but I pulled myself out of that place and since then my life has been nothing but progress and moving forward. I’ve always had that fighter instinct in me, and taking on something like this feels like the right way to channel it properly.

I’m raising funds for Walk & Talk, a local charity I’ve seen make a real impact in the community. They run so many initiatives that genuinely help people who are struggling, and supporting them means a lot to me.

I’m determined to win — of course I am — but even if I don’t, every donation will still go straight towards something that genuinely changes lives.

Thank you to anyone who chooses to support.