Phil Campbell named Commentator of the Year at Irish MMA Awards
BRAVE CF lead voice Phil Campbell earned top honors at the Energized Irish MMA Awards, recognizing his impact on global fight broadcasting.
Combat Sports
Drex Zamboanga targets BRAVE CF comeback as injury setback fuels 2026 reset
Drex “T-Rex” Zamboanga is preparing for a long-awaited return as BRAVE Combat Federation offers the Filipino veteran a global stage to restart his career after injury.
Bumina-ang sets tone for 2026 return at ONE Fight Night 39
Carlo “The Bull” Bumina-ang opens his 2026 campaign with urgency as he faces unbeaten Brazilian Marcos Aurelio at ONE Fight Night 39 in Bangkok, a bout that could redefine his path in the bantamweight division.
Abramishvili calls out Nikolić for bantamweight title at BRAVE CF 104 in Belgrade
Lasha Abramishvili has issued a direct challenge to BRAVE CF Bantamweight World Champion Borislav Nikolić, targeting a title fight on Serbian soil at BRAVE CF 104 on February 14 in Belgrade.
PFL debuts in Pittsburgh with Eblen vs. Battle and Rosta vs. Kasanganay
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) makes its Pittsburgh debut on March 28 at the UPMC Events Center, featuring Johnny Eblen vs. Bryan Battle in the Main Event and Dalton Rosta vs. Impa Kasanganay in the Co-Main Event.
PFL names Jason Oberlander as chief commercial officer to drive global growth
The Professional Fighters League appointed Jason Oberlander as Chief Commercial Officer, tasking him with leading global partnerships, sponsorship strategy, and commercial expansion amid international growth.
PFL unveils stacked Road to Dubai fight card headlined by Nurmagomedov title defense
The Professional Fighters League revealed a loaded PFL Road to Dubai card featuring two world title fights, international contenders and rising stars at Coca-Cola Arena.
Stephen Loman starts 2026 with personal milestones and BRAVE CF comeback
Stephen Loman enters 2026 married, motivated, and ready to return to BRAVE CF after a two-year hiatus, combining personal happiness with professional drive.
When Kobe Bryant Came to Watch Manny Pacquiao Train
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In November 2011, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant made a rare visit to Manny Pacquiao’s Wild Card Boxing Club workout, highlighting a unique crossover between basketball and boxing.
BRAVE CF 103 delivers thrilling MMA action in Bukhara
BRAVE Combat Federation returned to Uzbekistan with a high-octane BRAVE CF 103 at the Universal Sports Complex in Bukhara. The year-ending event delivered seven explosive bouts, highlighted by hometown hero Nozim Kalandarov’s dominant main event performance.