BRAVE CF 92 Results: Mohammed Fakhreddine returns, Pakistan beats India

LockerRoom Team

30 Dec 2024

BRAVE Combat Federation closed out 2024 with an electrifying event, BRAVE CF 92, which served as a fitting finale to a remarkable year for the organization. Held on a global stage, the event showcased top-tier talent, intense rivalries, and historic moments, reinforcing BRAVE CF's position as one of the premier MMA promotions.

The main event featured a dramatic clash between Mohammad Fakhreddine and Abdel Rahmane Driai. After a contentious first round that saw near finishes and a pause due to an illegal strike, Fakhreddine emerged victorious in the second round with a dominant ground-and-pound stoppage. The win marked Fakhreddine’s triumphant return to BRAVE CF, and in his post-fight speech, the former two-division champion called out Erko Jun for a potential showdown.

The India vs. Pakistan segment captivated fans as Pakistani fighters delivered a clean sweep, winning all five of their matchups. Rizwan Ali impressed with a first-round TKO over Indian veteran Srikant Sekhar, who announced his retirement after the bout. Rising star Babar Ali outclassed Mohammed Farhad over three rounds, showcasing superior grappling to secure a unanimous decision victory. Aqib Awan rebounded from a previous loss by stopping Ehtesham Ansari in the third round, snapping Ansari’s six-fight win streak.

In other notable bouts, Omar Solomanov secured a first-round submission victory over Izzeddine Al Derbani with a rear-naked choke. Rami Hamed returned to BRAVE CF in style, delivering a first-round TKO against Salamat Orozakunov despite early adversity. Meanwhile, Suchika Tariyal, an Indian Judo champion, marked her return to MMA after a seven-year hiatus with a second-round armbar submission against Jhen Buzon, improving her record to 2-0.

BRAVE CF 92 also saw standout performances from Ismail Khan, who dominated Yadwinder Singh for a unanimous decision win, and Abbas Khan, who earned a split decision victory over Seth Rosario after a thrilling three-round contest. Egypt’s Abdallah Mohamed showcased exceptional grappling to secure a decision win over Mohamed Yosif Abdulrahman.

BRAVE CF 92 Results

• Catchweight: Mohammad Fakhreddine def. Abdel Rahmane Driai via TKO (strikes) at 3:11 of Round 2
• Lightweight: Rizwan Ali def. Srikant Sekhar via TKO (punches) at 2:22 of Round 1
• Bantamweight: Babar Ali def. Mohammed Farhad via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
• Featherweight: Omar Solomanov def. Izzeddine Al Derbani via submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:53 of Round 1
• Catchweight: Abbas Khan def. Seth Rosario via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
• Super Welterweight: Rami Hamed def. Salamat Orozakunov via TKO (punches) at 4:20 of Round 1
• Super Lightweight: Abdallah Mohamed def. Mohamed Yosif Abdulrahman via unanimous decision
• Bantamweight: Ismail Khan def. Yadwinder Singh via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
• Flyweight: Aqib Awan def. Ehtesham Ansari via TKO (ground-and-pound) at 2:01 of Round 3
• Strawweight: Suchika Tariyal def. Jhen Buzon via submission (armbar) at 2:08 of Round 2

The event capped off a historic year for BRAVE CF, one marked by record-breaking achievements and expansion into new territories such as Mauritius, the Netherlands, China, Bulgaria, and Austria. The organization signed strategic global partnerships and further bolstered its roster with world-class talent, solidifying its reputation as the most global MMA promotion.