Raul Tutarauli Gears Up for BRAVE CF Debut at BRAVE CF 87

LockerRoom Team

12 Sep 2024

Raul Tutarauli, one of Europe’s most dominant fighters, is preparing for his BRAVE CF debut at BRAVE CF 87. The event, set for September 22 in Alkmaar, Netherlands, offers Tutarauli the chance to achieve the one milestone missing from his illustrious career: the BRAVE Combat Federation World Title.

European Dominance

Tutarauli has long been a prominent figure in European MMA and is regarded as one of the region’s best pound-for-pound fighters. He holds top rankings as the number one Lightweight across Europe, Eastern Europe, Poland, the Caucasus, and the broader Eurasian regions. Additionally, Tutarauli leads the Featherweight rankings in Europe, Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Poland, showcasing his versatility in multiple weight classes.

Impressive Record

With a professional MMA record of 34-7, Tutarauli has secured victories over some of the toughest competitors in both the Lightweight and Featherweight divisions. Notably, 22 of his wins have come by stoppage. The Georgian fighter is also a regional two-division champion, having defeated top European opponents such as Marcel Grabinski, Marcin Held, Valeriu Mircea, and Donovan Desmae. His record of 5-1 against former BRAVE CF fighters further solidifies his status as a formidable contender.

Prime of His Career

At 32 years old, Tutarauli is in the prime of his career and is poised to seize this significant opportunity. A win at BRAVE CF 87 would not only secure him the world title but also make him the first Georgian to claim a world championship in BRAVE CF—a notable achievement considering fellow Georgians like Ilia Topuria and Guram Kutateladze have not reached this milestone.

Challenging the Champion

Tutarauli faces a tough challenge in the form of current BRAVE CF Lightweight Champion Abdisalam Kubanychbek. Kubanychbek has been a dominant force in the organization and aims to break the Lightweight title defense curse. His quest to solidify his position as the greatest fighter in BRAVE CF history adds another layer of intrigue to the matchup.

Event Details

BRAVE CF 87, held in association with Enfusion’s ECE MMA, will be BRAVE CF’s second event in the Netherlands this year and is part of the organization’s 70-day world tour. The tour includes stops in China, Pakistan, Bulgaria, and will continue to Slovenia and Spain following the Netherlands event.