BRAVE CF Unveils Epic Return of International Combat Week in Bahrain

29 November 2023

The Kingdom of Bahrain is gearing up to host the most significant combat sports festival worldwide as BRAVE Combat Federation announces the return of its highly anticipated International Combat Week. Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Khalifa Sports City Arena is set to witness a series of exhilarating events that will captivate fight enthusiasts from December 5th to December 16th.

The official announcement of the BRAVE International Combat Week was made in a special press conference attended by BRAVE CF president Mohammed Shahid and Bahrain MMA Federation president Mohammed Qamber. This edition of the International Combat Week will showcase three major BRAVE CF professional events alongside the inaugural Asian Championships in amateur MMA hosted in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

As the third edition of the BICW in 2023, this event is set to conclude a historic year for mixed martial arts in Bahrain and BRAVE Combat Federation. The organization achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the most global MMA promotion globally, hosting events in 29 nations, with the addition of France to the list.

Mr. Shahid, during the press conference, celebrated BRAVE CF's achievements in 2023 and revealed key details about the upcoming International Combat Week. He emphasized the significance of returning home to Bahrain, with three professional events and the inclusion of the Asian Championships in collaboration with IMMAF and the Bahrain MMA Federation.

"In 2023, BRAVE CF broke several records, maybe none more important than becoming the most global MMA organization. And to celebrate that, there’s nothing better than coming home and making more history," stated Mr. Shahid. He also announced some of the marquee matchups, including three world title fights, the return of Arab legend Jarrah Al-Silawi, and bouts featuring emerging stars like Ramazan Gitinov, Rasul Magomedov, and Khamzat Maaev.

With BRAVE International Combat Week set to feature three major BRAVE CF events and the Asian Championships, Bahrain is poised to become the epicenter of mixed martial arts worldwide for ten action-packed days. MMA fans in Bahrain and across the Middle East can anticipate an unforgettable experience with world-class matchups, the return of iconic fighters, and the showcase of local talent.