Bharat Khandare vs. Zia Mashwani: Historic India vs. Pakistan MMA Fight Set for BRAVE CF 85

LockerRoom Team

18 Aug 2024

For the first time ever, an India vs. Pakistan MMA fight will take place on Pakistani soil as Indian MMA veteran Bharat Khandare faces Pakistani standout Zia Mashwani at BRAVE CF 85 on August 18 in Lahore, Pakistan.

No Indian MMA fighter has previously crossed borders to compete in Pakistan. Khandare, along with Srikant Sekhar, who will face Rizwan Ali in the co-main event, is poised to make history in this historic showdown.

BRAVE Combat Federation matchmakers have ensured that this fight features two prominent figures in their respective countries. Khandare and Mashwani are pioneers of MMA in India and Pakistan, respectively, and both will aim to make a significant impact at BRAVE CF 85.

Khandare, returning to competition after a seven-year hiatus, is determined to raise the Indian flag on Pakistani soil. A victory would solidify his status as a national hero. Mashwani, preparing for his fifth appearance with BRAVE CF, seeks to defend his nation's honor on home turf.

This match provides both fighters with a chance to cement their legacies in the history of MMA in their countries. The high-profile nature of the event under the BRAVE Combat Federation banner adds to the significance.

India vs. Pakistan matchups have always drawn global attention, and the fight between Khandare and Mashwani is expected to be no exception, offering a substantial boost to the MMA scene in both nations.

BRAVE CF 85, set for August 18 in Lahore, will also feature additional India vs. Pakistan bouts, alongside showcasing top MMA talent from Pakistan and the next generation of global stars.