BRAVE CF 96: Gavashelishvili vs. Ferreira Promises Flyweight Fireworks

LockerRoom Team

05 Jun 2025

BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Hala Tivoli on June 7, 2025, for BRAVE CF 96, and the Flyweight division takes center stage as Georgia’s Bidzina Gavashelishvili (14-3) battles Brazil’s Marciano Ferreira (13-4) in a clash of grappling dominance and knockout power.

Gavashelishvili, known as “The Georgian Tank,” has built his name with relentless ground control and six submission victories. The Tbilisi-trained standout thrives on early takedowns and suffocating top pressure, and is expected to push the pace from the opening seconds, hunting for another finish via rear-naked choke.

Ferreira, nicknamed “Onda Brasileira,” is a knockout artist from Fortaleza with a dangerous left hook and three straight KO wins. His striking is explosive and unpredictable, but he faces a major test against Gavashelishvili’s grappling-heavy game plan. If Ferreira can stay upright, his power could turn the fight in an instant.

The matchup not only pits two contrasting styles against each other, but also serves as a pivotal moment in each fighter’s BRAVE CF journey. Gavashelishvili seeks to secure a title shot with another dominant performance, while Ferreira looks to prove that power and precision can trump pressure and ground control.

As BRAVE CF continues its "Year of the BRAVE" campaign, this international showdown reflects the organization’s commitment to world-class competition. The Flyweight division may never be the same after June 7.