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PFL Africa launched its first event in Nigeria with a night of tournament action and showcase bouts, highlighted by Patrick Ocheme’s spectacular flying-knee knockout in Lagos.
Joshua Pacio defends his ONE Strawweight MMA World Title against Mansur Malachiev, while Eduard Folayang returns to action against Shozo Isojima at The Inner Circle 21 on July 10 in Bangkok.
All fighters successfully made weight ahead of PFL Africa: Nigeria – First Round, as Wasi Adeshina and Ignacio Campos headline a landmark MMA event at Eko Convention Center in Lagos.
Maja and Domen Drnovšek became the first married couple in MMA history to compete and win on the same fight card during BRAVE CF 106 in Slovenia.
Mohamed Said Maalem’s BRAVE CF 106 title victory has reignited his heated rivalry with Mohammad Fakhreddine, setting up talks of a potential trilogy fight.
Boxing journalist and historian Ralph Oates has spent decades documenting the sport’s heritage, combining his experience as a former amateur boxer with a deep commitment to preserving boxing history.
BRAVE CF 106 in Ljubljana delivered a defining night for Balkan European MMA, featuring two world title bouts, regional talent showcases, and continued expansion across the region.
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Pavel Dailidko retained his heavyweight crown while Mohamed Said Maalem captured the light heavyweight title as BRAVE CF 106 delivered a championship-filled night in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
BRAVE Combat Federation confirmed all 10 bouts for BRAVE CF 106 after fighters successfully completed weigh-ins ahead of the promotion’s return to Ljubljana, Slovenia, featuring two world championship contests.
The Professional Fighters League has elevated its July 18 Austin event with the promotion’s first interim world title bout as Johnny Eblen and Impa Kasanganay prepare to meet for middleweight gold.