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From Setbacks to World Titles: How Zamboanga and Buntan became Filipina icons in ONE Championship

Buntan and Zamboanga’s rise to the top reflects the growing strength of women in martial arts. [ONE Championship photo]
May 8, 2025
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In a groundbreaking achievement, Denice Zamboanga and Jackie Buntan have become the first Filipinas to win World Championships in ONE Championship, marking a historic milestone for women in martial arts.

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MMA heats up in Tenerife as BRAVE CF 95 delivers action-packed card

The world's best fighters are ready to make history at BRAVE CF 95 in Tenerife!
May 8, 2025
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BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Spain for BRAVE CF 95 on May 30, 2025, at the Pabellón Santiago Martín in Tenerife, featuring top international MMA talent. Don’t miss this thrilling night of combat sports.

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PFL Africa storms into scene with high-stakes opener in Cape Town

Helios Sports & Entertainment partners with PFL to power the African MMA scene through strategic investment.
May 7, 2025
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PFL Africa makes its debut July 26 in Cape Town with the launch of the 2025 tournament and major world title bouts under the Champions Series: Road to Dubai.

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Denice Zamboanga becomes ONE’s undisputed atomweight queen after Fairtex vacates title

Denice Zamboanga is now the undisputed ONE atomweight MMA champ after Stamp Fairtex vacates the belt. [ONE Championship photo]
May 5, 2025
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Denice Zamboanga is now the official ONE atomweight MMA world champion after Stamp Fairtex vacated the title due to injury. The Filipina star embraces her reign with honor and faith.

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Davis, Moldavsky, and Powell punch tickets to next round at PFL World Tournament 4

May 3, 2025
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The 2025 PFL World Tournament 4 wrapped up at Universal Studios Florida with Phil Davis, Valentin Moldavsky, and Simeon Powell among the standouts punching their tickets to the Semifinals in June.

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BRAVE CF 94 brings Lohoré vs Abdurzakov war to Switzerland

May 3, 2025
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Alex Lohoré and Mansur Abdurzakov are on a collision course at BRAVE CF 94 in a super welterweight clash that pits knockout power against submission mastery—with major title implications on the line.

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ONE Championship moves Denver event to 2026 after Stamp Fairtex withdrawal

Stamp Fairtex [ONE Championship photo]
May 3, 2025
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Stamp Fairtex has withdrawn from ONE 173: Denver due to a knee injury setback, forcing ONE Championship to move the highly anticipated event to June 2026. Interim champion Denice Zamboanga is now the undisputed atomweight queen.

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Morocco builds tech momentum with fiber surge before AFCON 2025

Casablanca's fiber-powered neighborhoods are enhancing connectivity for residents and tourists alike.
April 30, 2025
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With the Africa Cup of Nations on the horizon, Morocco’s booming fiber broadband network and hotel Wi-Fi upgrades are setting the stage for a seamless digital experience for tourists and football fans.

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BRAVE CF 94 co-main event heats up with Lapilus vs Hugo featherweight showdown

A clash of styles: striker Lapilus vs submission artist Hugo at BRAVE CF 94.
April 30, 2025
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Veteran Damien Lapilus takes on Brazilian submission ace Victor Hugo at BRAVE CF 94 in Geneva, a co-main event loaded with international stakes.

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BRAVE CF 97 heads back to Bulgaria during 2025 ‘Year of the BRAVE’ campaign

BRAVE CF 97 returns to Burgas Arena for another epic night of MMA action.
April 27, 2025
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BRAVE Combat Federation is bringing world-class MMA back to Bulgaria with BRAVE CF 97 at Burgas Arena on July 12, 2025, promising a stacked card and elite global competition.

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