BRAVE CF releases official featherweight rankings for 2025

The official BRAVE Combat Federation Featherweight rankings have been revealed, setting the stage for a high-stakes 2025 season. Reigning champion Nemat Abdrashitov continues to dominate the division, with a lineup of elite challengers eager to claim the belt.

Champion: Nemat Abdrashitov

Nemat Abdrashitov remains undefeated in BRAVE CF, capturing the Featherweight title at BRAVE CF 72 after a dominant performance against Roman Bogatov. With his first title defense on the horizon, the question remains—who will challenge him next?

The BRAVE CF Featherweight division is set for an action-packed 2025 season.

Top Featherweight Contenders

Omar Solomanov – The No. 1 contender secured a submission win over Izzeddine Al Derbani at BRAVE CF 92, bouncing back after his previous loss to Rauan Bekbolat. Solomanov is now in prime position to fight for the belt.
Rauan Bekbolat – The Kazakh standout made a strong impression in his BRAVE CF 85 debut, submitting Solomanov and snapping his eight-year undefeated streak. Currently ranked second, Bekbolat remains a serious threat in the title race.
Roman Bogatov – The former champion has yet to return since losing his belt to Abdrashitov. If Bogatov wants another title shot, he may need a high-profile win to reclaim his place at the top.
Izzeddine Al Derbani – Following his loss to Solomanov, Derbani sits at No. 4 in the rankings. However, with a proven track record, he could bounce back with a strong performance in his next fight.
Ilyar Askhanov – Rounding out the top five, Askhanov also suffered a defeat to Solomanov. While he remains a respected contender, he will need a win to climb back up the rankings.

What’s Next for the Featherweight Division?

With Nemat Abdrashitov awaiting his next challenger, all eyes are on Omar Solomanov and Rauan Bekbolat. Both fighters have strong cases for a title shot, while Roman Bogatov could re-enter the picture with a big win.

With BRAVE CF continuing to showcase world-class talent, the Featherweight division is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in 2025.