BRAVE Combat Federation made a thrilling return to Bahrain with BRAVE CF 91, an electrifying event that showcased world-class MMA action and crowned a new Bantamweight champion.

Nicholas Hwende Becomes Bantamweight Champion

In the main event, Nicholas Hwende delivered a dominant performance to defeat Nkosi Ndebele and claim the BRAVE CF Bantamweight title. Hwende effectively neutralized Ndebele’s reach advantage with superior grappling and striking, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory (48-47, 48-47, 48-47). The win solidifies Hwende’s position as one of Africa’s premier MMA athletes.

Hamza Kooheji Shines in Co-Main Event

Bahrain’s own Hamza Kooheji, known as “The Pride of Bahrain,” returned to the BRAVE CF cage in style, defeating Alperen Karabulut via second-round TKO. Kooheji’s wrestling dominance overwhelmed his opponent, extending his winning streak to three fights and marking his triumphant comeback.

Muhammad Mokaev Remains Unstoppable

The undefeated Muhammad Mokaev further cemented his status as the world’s best Flyweight prospect with a swift first-round submission victory over Filipino veteran Joevincent So. Mokaev’s impeccable performance improved his record to 13-0, keeping his unblemished streak intact.

Other Highlights

• Sabrina De Souza, widely regarded as the greatest amateur female MMA fighter, continued her professional dominance with a third-round armbar submission win over Mariane Mariano.
• Dias Yerengaipov made a strong debut, outclassing Marciano Ferreira for a unanimous decision victory, extending his winning streak to seven fights.
• Eliezer Kubanza showcased his evolving wrestling skills to defeat Combat Sambo champion Zagid Gaidarov by unanimous decision, maintaining his undefeated professional record.
• Mohammed Alsameea delivered a highlight-reel knockout, dropping Salah Walid with a knee and securing a second-round TKO win.
• Bahrain’s rising star, Hussain Al Kurdi, impressed in his professional debut, knocking out Egypt’s Seif Shawki with a knee in the third round.

Full BRAVE CF 91 Results

• Light Heavyweight Super Fight: Ubaidulla Tagirov def. Abdelilah Azouzzi via submission (R1, 3:13).
• Bantamweight World Title: Nicholas Hwende def. Nkosi Ndebele via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 48-47).
• Catchweight: Hamza Kooheji def. Alperen Karabulut via TKO (R2, 1:23).
• Catchweight: Muhammad Mokaev def. Joevincent So via submission (R1, 1:52).
• Flyweight: Dias Yerengaipov def. Marciano Ferreira via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
• Super Welterweight: Eliezer Kubanza def. Zagid Gaidarov via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
• Women’s Flyweight: Sabrina De Souza def. Mariane Mariano via submission (R3, 4:47).
• Flyweight: Mohammed Alsameea def. Salah Walid via TKO (R2, 0:33).
• Lightweight: Hussain Al Kurdi def. Seif Shawki via KO (R3, 2:25).
• Catchweight: Kantemir Shibzukhov def. Adam Khalilov via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

What’s Next?

BRAVE CF’s historic 2024 season continues with BRAVE CF 92, scheduled for December 15 in Bahrain, promising yet another night of unforgettable action.