2025 is still underway, yet BRAVE Combat Federation fans are already looking ahead to what could be one of the biggest matchups of 2026 — a potential Champion vs. Champion showdown between Borislav Nikolić and Muhammad “The Punisher” Mokaev.
The spark was lit at the historic BRAVE CF 100 event on November 7, where Nikolić delivered another dominant performance. Fighting inside a packed Khalifa Sports City in Isa Town, Bahrain, the Serbian star silenced the home crowd by stopping Hamza Kooheji via fourth-round TKO, retaining his BRAVE CF Bantamweight World Title with authority.
But his moment of triumph didn’t last long before another champion made his way into the spotlight.
Earlier that same night, Mokaev captured the inaugural BRAVE CF Flyweight World Title by defeating Gerard “The Animal” Burns. Filled with momentum, he stepped into the cage after Nikolić’s win, setting the stage for a massive challenge.
Mokaev made his intentions clear — he wants Nikolić next.
The Serbian champion, known for his grit and fearlessness, embraced the idea immediately.
“I love this idea. Mokaev is a great athlete and a true champion, but if he wants to test himself against me, I’ll be ready,” Nikolić said, radiating confidence.
The 32-year-old has always prided himself on being an active, no-nonsense champion.
“I’ll defend my belt against anyone, anytime, anywhere. That’s what separates real champions from the rest,” he stated.
However, Nikolić added one special condition for this high-stakes super-fight — he wants it on home soil.
“If Mokaev really wants my belt, he has to come to Serbia. Let’s give my people a night they’ll remember forever,” Nikolić declared.
BRAVE Combat Federation has already delivered two major events in Belgrade — BRAVE CF 56 in 2021 and BRAVE CF 69 in 2023 — making Serbia a fitting and historic host for a clash of this magnitude.
If the fight materializes in 2026, it won’t just be another title bout — it will be a collision between two elite world champions, both at the peak of their powers, fighting for legacy on Serbian soil.
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