Early Years
Nilanka developed a passion for martial arts from a young age, dedicating himself to years of disciplined training in karate and striking arts.
Asian Kyokushin Championship
Represented at the Asian Kyokushin Championship in India, his first taste of international full-contact competition.
Training in Thailand
Travelled to the home of Muay Thai, training in authentic Thai camps under experienced masters to sharpen the art of eight limbs.
WMO Muay Thai World Champion
Captured the WMO Muay Thai World Championship (67kg Pro-Am) in Thailand, raising the Sri Lankan flag on the world podium.
KWU World Championship
Competed at the KWU Kyokushin World Championship in Kazakhstan against the world's best full-contact karatekas.
Love of Gloves, United Kingdom
Won the Love of Gloves charity boxing fight in the UK, proving his striking across yet another discipline.
Founder, Black Panther Fighting Academy
Established one of Sri Lanka's most respected martial arts academies, now home to over 100 students training in Muay Thai, MMA, Boxing and Kyokushin Karate.