BRAVE CF 80, held at the Khalifa Sports Stadium in Bahrain on December 15, 2024, marked the culmination of an exhilarating year for BRAVE CF and also set the stage for some of the most anticipated matchups in the federation's history.
From the crowning of a new bantamweight champion to breathtaking battles across various weight classes, BRAVE CF 80 delivered a thrilling spectacle that captivated MMA enthusiasts worldwide. Here are the BRAVE CF 80 Results.
Here is a complete breakdown of the Fight Card:
Main Event: Bantamweight Championship
In an electrifying main event at the Khalifa Sports Stadium, Nkosi Ndebele emerged as the new BRAVE Combat Federation Bantamweight Champion. He claimed victory over Jose Torres through a stunning TKO, marking Torres' retirement at 1:38 of Round 3. Ndebele's skillful performance set a high bar for the evening, showcasing a blend of agility and strategic prowess.
Co-Main Event: Middleweight Clash
The co-main event featured a gripping bout between Jarrah Hussein Al-Silawi and Nenad Avramović in the middleweight division. Al Silawi's technique and endurance led him to triumph by unanimous decision, adding another impressive win to his record.
Main Card Highlights
Flyweight Bout: The flyweight encounter was a quick yet intense affair, with Gerard Burns overpowering Hussain Ayad Abdulla. Burns secured a knockout just 1:01 into the first round, displaying explosive power.
Welterweight Showdown: In the welterweight category, Jack Grant and Ahmad Labban delivered an intense battle. Grant emerged victorious, executing a flawless armbar submission at 4:59 of Round 2.
Bantamweight Contest: The bantamweight fight between Izzeddine Al Derbani and Dean Garnett was a showcase of tactical fighting, with Garnett earning a win by unanimous decision after a disciplined and controlled performance.
Lightweight Encounter: The lightweight bout saw Chad Griffiths face off against Abbas Khan. Griffiths demonstrated superior grappling skills, securing a win via guillotine choke at 3:03 of the first round.
Preliminary Card Fights
Bantamweight Matchup: In a rapid and decisive bantamweight clash, Sabrina Laurentina De Sousa triumphed over Monika Kiran Ghag, claiming victory via TKO at just 0.29 of Round 1.
Flyweight Battle: The flyweight bout between Mohamed Alsameea and Yahia Ashraf was a fierce contest. Alsameea secured a win through a TKO, utilizing a potent combination of elbows, at 1:51 of Round 1.
Strawweight Encounter: In the strawweight division, Fabiola Nascimento and Jleana Valentino engaged in a tightly contested match, with Nascimento emerging victorious by unanimous decision after demonstrating superior skill and strategy.