BRAVE CF 83: Alex Lohoré Set for BRAVE CF Debut Against Former Champion

23 May 2024

French MMA sensation Alex Lohoré is poised to make his much-anticipated debut in the prestigious BRAVE Combat Federation at BRAVE CF 83, scheduled to take place in Alkmaar, the Netherlands, on May 25. He will face off against former Super Welterweight champion Marcin Bandel in the main event of what promises to be a historic show for the global MMA organization. Following this event, the Netherlands will join a select group of 13 other European nations that have hosted BRAVE CF events, solidifying the federation’s status as the leader in European MMA promotion.

Lohoré, a four-time MMA champion in Europe, has been making waves in the regional circuit, and his transition to the international stage has been eagerly awaited by fans and pundits alike. However, the journey to this point has been anything but easy for the French fighter.

Born to Ivorian parents in France, Lohoré grew up in the challenging suburbs of Paris. Raised by a single mother who struggled to make ends meet, Lohoré faced adversity from a young age, experiencing the harsh realities of life in his neighborhood. At 15, his life took an unexpected turn when his mother sent him to England under the guise of a vacation, only to reveal later that it was a permanent move aimed at securing a better future for him.

Initially devastated by the separation from his friends and familiar surroundings, Lohoré eventually embraced his new life in England. Despite the challenges of adjusting to a new culture and language, he found stability in an IT job that allowed him to explore his passion for MMA. Inspired by his earlier foray into boxing and fueled by his newfound financial stability, Lohoré dedicated himself to MMA training, quickly rising through the ranks in the European circuit.

With an impressive record of victories in various organizations and notable bouts against renowned fighters, Lohoré has proven himself as one of the most formidable talents in European MMA. Now, on the cusp of his BRAVE CF debut, he stands ready to face former champion Marcin Bandel in what could be a career-defining moment. A win in this high-profile matchup could pave the way for Lohoré’s return to his native France, as BRAVE CF plans to host events in the country later this year.