The BRAVE CF 100 press conference in Bahrain largely centered on the stacked card set for Friday, November 7. But one exchange overshadowed the fight-week routine, hinting at a blockbuster future matchup that could shift the landscape of BRAVE Combat Federation.

Flyweight contender Muhammad “The Punisher” Mokaev made his intentions unmistakable. He wants gold this weekend — and more after that. Mokaev declared that once he captures the BRAVE CF Flyweight World Championship, his next target will be the bantamweight crown held by Serbia’s Borislav Nikolić.

The British-born star made it clear he will not call out teammate Hamza Kooheji, leaving Nikolić as the logical next obstacle in his pursuit of two belts. That comment sparked friendly banter between the two standouts, but the energy hinted at something bigger than casual fight-week talk.

Mokaev eyes two-division dominance

Mokaev still needs to handle business at BRAVE CF 100, where Ireland’s Gerard Burns stands between him and flyweight gold. But he spoke with the confidence of a future dual champion, signaling a long-term roadmap that could reshape BRAVE CF’s title picture.

Nikolić, meanwhile, didn’t shy away from the challenge. He reminded everyone that his focus remains on defending his belt against Bahrain’s Hamza Kooheji in hostile territory. Yet he welcomed the idea of meeting Mokaev — even offering Belgrade as the destination for a 2026 Champion-vs-Champion showdown should both champions handle their business.

A future BRAVE CF blockbuster in the making

What began as light-hearted banter is now buzzing throughout the promotion: Mokaev vs. Nikolić. But before any superfight hype becomes reality, both men face serious threats. Mokaev must claim flyweight supremacy, and Nikolić must fend off a hometown contender in Bahrain.

If both deliver this weekend, the early sparks from this media-day moment could ignite one of the most anticipated clashes in BRAVE CF history — potentially headlining a Serbia card in 2026.