The Emirati girl is thrilled for her upcoming debut in a steel cage Jiu-Jitsu fight

A steel cage match may require both physical and mental strength, however, a girl from Abu Dhabi is excitedly anticipating this test. Balqees Al Hashmi is prepared to participate in her inaugural Jiu-Jitsu fight within a steel cage. The 20-year-old is focused on delivering a strong performance against Russian opponent Maria Odintsova at the fifth Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC5) on Friday.
Over the last four weeks, I've been participating in a camp where I've been training three times daily, incorporating both Jiu-Jitsu and gym workouts. I was practicing in the ring, and familiarizing myself with the new regulations of this tournament.
The rules of ADXC, a grappling tournament, differ from other Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts competitions as fighters utilize wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu techniques in their matches. They are unable to use punches or kicks, but they can utilize submission techniques such as arm bars, leg locks, and chokes.
Balqees is training with her teammate Mariam Al Ali at the UAEJJ Fitness and the Mubadala Arena to enhance her skills for the three-round Jiu-Jitsu atomweight prelims match.
"My experience at camp has been wonderful." I have been making progress every day. I have viewed a few videos. I have enhanced my performance in the game by fixing previous mistakes that used to result in my losses. I have been focusing on improving myself and my attitude. "It's focused on getting myself ready rather than worrying about my adversary," she explained, aiming to utilize the cage as an advantage rather than viewing it as a hindrance.
Balqees is filled with a strong sense of honor as she considers the opportunity to represent the UAE at the championship, where legendary fighter Urijah Faber will be facing Bibiano Fernandes in the main event.
There is not much pressure, but there is a lot more excitement. I will be representing my country in front of my people, friends, and family at my home. Having the opportunity to do that feels really good. My family is thrilled but my mother is fearful. However, she inspires me to achieve a positive outcome. My teammates and I will all be present for the game. "I hope to win, God willing."
Balqees takes part in approximately 10 to 15 competitions annually. Questioned about her ultimate goal, she stated: "I aspire to achieve a gold medal at the Asian Games." I received a silver medal last year. Therefore, I aim to achieve the top position in the upcoming Asian Games, just like I assured Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.
In addition to Balqees, Emirati fighter Omar Al Suwaidi will also be competing in a flyweight category match.
Tariq Al-Bahri, the organizer of the event and general manager of Global Vision Sports Management, is optimistic about the Emirati fighters' performance.
"They are skilled athletes who will excel in their performance." This is the first time Balqees has competed in a cage. Al-Bahri mentioned that everyone is enthusiastic.
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