BRAVE CF 83: 5 Reasons why you should watch the event

23 May 2024

Excitement is brewing as BRAVE Combat Federation gears up for its much-awaited debut in the Netherlands with BRAVE CF 83 scheduled for May 25. Collaborating with Enfusion’s ECE MMA brand, the event, headlined by the Super Welterweight clash between former champion Marcin Bandel and European sensation Alex Lohoré, promises a thrilling spectacle for MMA fans. Here are five compelling reasons to mark your calendars for this momentous occasion.

1. European Record-Breaking Moment:
BRAVE CF 83 marks a significant milestone for the most global MMA organization in the world. The Netherlands will become the 14th European nation to host a BRAVE CF event, solidifying the federation’s status as the most hosted MMA organization on the European continent. With this event, BRAVE CF will extend its record as the most hosted MMA organization globally, marking the 32nd host nation, an unparalleled achievement in the MMA landscape.

2. Youssef Boughanem’s BRAVE CF Debut:
Kickboxing icon Youssef Boughanem, renowned for his illustrious career in kickboxing and Muay Thai, makes his eagerly anticipated entry into the BRAVE CF cage at BRAVE CF 83. Following a spectacular knockout victory in his MMA debut earlier this year, Boughanem is set to continue his winning streak in the most global MMA organization. His debut in the Netherlands against hometown favorite Anando Amoksi adds an extra layer of excitement to the event.

3. Main Event Title Implications:
The main event features a high-stakes Super Welterweight clash between former champion Marcin Bandel and European MMA star Alex Lohoré. Bandel, aiming for redemption after his title loss, seeks to reclaim his status as a title contender, while Lohoré endeavors to demonstrate his championship caliber in the BRAVE CF arena. Champion Kamal Magomedov will be closely observing the showdown as it may shape the future of the Super Welterweight division.

4. Noach Blyden’s Global Debut:
Kickboxing sensation Noach Blyden makes his BRAVE CF debut in a Middleweight bout against Oskar Herczyk, serving as the co-main event of BRAVE CF 83. Undefeated in kickboxing, Blyden brings a formidable record and electrifying fighting style, poised to make waves in the BRAVE CF Middleweight division and represent Suriname on the global stage.

5. Fusion of Kickboxing and MMA:
With its rich history in kickboxing, the Netherlands sets the stage for a groundbreaking fusion of kickboxing and MMA at BRAVE CF 83. Held in collaboration with Enfusion’s ECE MMA brand, the event signifies a new era in combat sports, bridging the worlds of kickboxing and MMA on a global scale. The partnership between BRAVE Combat Federation and Enfusion’s ECE MMA brand is set to elevate the sport and expand its reach to new audiences worldwide.