BRAVE Combat Federation continues its global rise in what has been declared the “Year of the BRAVE,” with the official announcement of its return to China through BRAVE CF 98. The event is set to take place in Zhengzhou in partnership with YFU/WLF.

This marks the third BRAVE CF event in China and the second in 2025, following the success of BRAVE CF 84 in August 2024—the first-ever BRAVE CF card in the country. Since then, the Bahrain-born promotion has quickly built a strong foothold in Asia’s fast-growing MMA scene.

A fierce rivalry reignited in Zhengzhou

BRAVE CF 98 will feature the continuation of the BRAVE CF vs WLF/YFU rivalry series. In both previous encounters, Team BRAVE CF outshined their Chinese counterparts, displaying elite international talent and dominating performances.

Now, with national pride and momentum at stake, Zhengzhou’s martial arts-rich backdrop sets the stage for the third chapter in this compelling cross-promotional saga. As the event approaches, fans can expect thrilling matchups and intense battles between local heroes and Team BRAVE CF’s top-tier athletes.

Milestone build-up to BRAVE CF 100

With BRAVE CF 98 leading into the highly anticipated BRAVE CF 100, the organization continues to highlight its mission of expanding MMA globally and offering opportunities across continents. The Zhengzhou card reinforces BRAVE CF’s commitment to developing international MMA ecosystems and collaborating with top regional organizations like WLF/YFU.

Further details, including fight cards and athlete announcements, will be revealed in the coming weeks.