BRAVE CF 76: Rizal Zulmi knocks out Weerasak Phromsakha in 15 Seconds

30 November 2023

BRAVE Combat Federation made a triumphant return to Indonesia with a spectacular showcase at the Balai Sarbini in Jakarta this Saturday, delivering a night of intense emotions, controversies, and sensational fights. The fervor of mixed martial arts was on full display, underlining its status as the fastest-growing sport globally.

In the highly-anticipated main event, Kamil Magomedov, positioned among the elite Lightweights worldwide, demonstrated his prowess in a near-perfect performance against Josh Togo. The fighters began cautiously, meticulously studying each other's movements before unleashing a barrage of strikes. Togo focused on leg and body kicks, while Magomedov showcased unorthodox techniques, including spinning kicks. The turning point came in the second round when Magomedov dropped Togo and swiftly secured a rear-naked choke, claiming victory at 1m28s of the round.

The co-main event introduced an element of controversy as Murad Guseinov applied a buggy choke on David Martinez. Referee intervention sparked debate as Martinez contested that he remained conscious, injecting a dramatic element into the night.

A highlight of BRAVE CF's history unfolded with an extraordinary fight between Randi Febian and Dewantoro Wibowo. Febian, on the brink of breaking Wibowo's arm, faced retaliation with an illegal strike. The fight continued into the second round, where Febian stunned the audience with a left hook, concluding the bout in a jaw-dropping sequence.

Rizal Zulmi made a bid for the fastest KO in BRAVE CF history, stopping Weerasak Phormsakha in just 15 seconds, falling short of Anton Turkalj's record by a mere three seconds.

The adrenaline-packed night sets the stage for the upcoming BRAVE International Combat Week in Bahrain, commencing on December 5 with BRAVE CF 77. The action continues with BRAVE CF 78 in Brazil on December 7, followed by BRAVE CF 79 on December 8, culminating with BRAVE CF 80 on December 15. Additionally, the IMMAF Asian Championships from December 10 to December 16 promises to provide MMA enthusiasts worldwide with an exhilarating conclusion to the 2023 season.