LUBLANA, Slovenia — BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Slovenia with a championship show Saturday, June 6at Hala Tivoli in cooperation with World Freefight Challenge.

this groundbreaking event will take place two fights for the BRAVE CF world championshipand the heavyweight and airy heavyweight titles will be at stake in an event that promises to be one of the organization’s most significant European events in 2026.

Pavel Dailidko defends the heavyweight crown against Miha Frlic

In the main event, reigning BRAVE CF Heavyweight World Champion Pavel Dailidko will face undefeated No. 1 ranked contender Miha Frlic.

Known as “The Experiment”, Dailidko enters the fight in impressive style Record 11-2and each of his victories ended by knockout.

Since joining BRAVE CF in 2022, the Lithuanian powerhouse has disappeared 6-1winning the inaugural heavyweight championship at the event BRAVE CF 88 in September 2024 after stopping Patryk Dubiela in the first round.

He recently defended his title at the gala BRAVE CF 99 in Vilnius, stopping Grégory Robinet in less than one round.

“I have worked tirelessly to reach this level and I am still far from finished,” Dailidko declared.

Opposite him is a challenger from his hometown of Frlic, who brings an unblemished presence 7-0-1 record for the biggest fight of his career.

The Slovenian challenger deserved to fight for the title BRAVE CF 104 in February, knocking out Samuele Di Guardo in the first round.

“This is the moment I’ve been working for my entire career. Competing for the world title in front of my people is an incredible honor,” said Frlic.

Erko Jun vs. Mohamed Said Maalem main event main event

In the co-main event, Erko Jun will defend the BRAVE CF airy heavyweight world title in a rematch with Mohamed Said Maalem.

Their first meeting at BRAVE CF 81 in April 2024 ended quickly as Jun scored a quick knockout victory.

Now the competition resumes for the championship.

Said Maalem has been one of the most experienced BRAVE CF veterans since 2019, and previously took part in world title fights.

“This is more than just a rematch for me; it’s a chance to make amends for the past and prove that I belong to the top,” said Said Maalem.

Jun returns to defend his crown after failing to become a two-division champion in BRAVE CF 96 in June 2025, where he challenged Mohammad Fakhreddine for the vacant middleweight title.

Earlier, the Bosnian striker won the airy heavyweight belt BRAVE CF 88 with a dominant performance over Alexander Wesner.

“I’m not just defending my world title; I’m defending the standards I set in this division,” Jun said.

“On June 6, I intend to impose my rhythm, control the distance and show that my evolution as a fighter has only made me more perilous.”

BRAVE CF’s return to Slovenia carries huge stakes

With two world championships on the horizon, BRAVE CF’s return to Slovenia is more than just another fight card.

It’s a decisive night where champions defend their legacy and challengers chase history.

On June 6, only the elite will survive at Hala Tivoli in Ljubljana.

Los Angeles – John Ramirez has no shortage of ambition, but his path to a world title may depend on decisions beyond his control.

The No. 1 ranked WBA super flyweight fighter is currently in a tough situation as unified champion Jesse Rodriguez weighs a potential weight enhance. If “Bam” vacates the belt, Ramirez will finally be able to get his long-awaited chance at gold.

“I haven’t achieved my goal yet.”

Despite his rise in the rankings, Ramirez is still fueled by unfinished business.

“I have had some unique experiences over the last five years,” Ramirez said. “Deep down, I haven’t achieved my goal yet. I’m isolated and focused on this (winning the world title). I’ve had extra time to travel and train with friends like Regis Prograis in Texas to learn more and stay powerful.”

The Los Angeles native is positioned as one of the top contenders in the division, but the championship picture remains murky and uncertain.

I’m waiting for “Bam” Rodriguez

Rodriguez (23-0, 16 KO) currently holds unified championship titles in the entire league WBA, WBO and WBC in the super flyweight division. However, there is still speculation that he could move up to bantamweight in the face of fresh challenges.

Reports link Rodriguez to a potential fight with Antonio Vargas in June, while leaving the door open to a blockbuster fight with Japanese pound-for-pound star Naoya Inoue.

This uncertainty has created a bottleneck for players like Ramirez.

Be ready despite the uncertainty

Ramirez admits that waiting isn’t basic, but he remains focused on growing and staying vigorous.

“I just have to continue to trust the process in boxing. As a fighter, I don’t like to sit and wait for pieces to move. We have a plan that has options. Regardless of the situation, I will continue to improve and, most importantly, continue to win.”

Ramirez, 29, is in great shape and is determined not to let inactivity stunt his momentum.

Narrow options at the top

Even beyond the WBA title picture, the odds remain complicated.

IBF champion Wilbaldo Garcia Perez currently has a defense scheduled, while other potential opponents are either unavailable or tough to obtain due to rankings and promotion dynamics.

A high-profile fight against future Hall of Famer Roman Gonzalez has been announced, but activity and scheduling concerns make that fight uncertain.

Lessons from his lone defeat

Ramirez’s only professional loss came in 2024 to David Jimenez in a fight for the WBA interim title. He openly admits that it was a learning experience for him.

Since then, he has focused on growth, maturity and preparation for fresh opportunities.

“We will have answers to all these questions in due time.”

While the split resolves itself, Ramirez remains patient and disciplined.

“It’s not an basic task,” Ramirez admitted. “All these questions will be answered in due time. I can’t fight the unknown. I will continue to train strenuous, eat right and surround myself with good people.”

“I am grateful to my promoter, Golden Boy Promotions, for providing me with the right opportunities, and also to my manager (David Shu, 3 Point Management) who has given me the best fights since I turned pro. And of course to my trainer, Julian Chua… I see him every day and he has sacrificed so much for me.”

What’s next for Ramirez?

Ramirez last fought on January 16, earning a decision victory over Byron Rojas and maintaining his position as a top contender.

For now, his future depends on Rodriguez’s next move and how the super flyweight division shapes up in the coming months.

But one thing is clear: when the opportunity arises, “Scrappy” plans to be ready.

Global fight for photo credits

A fresh kind of fight night is coming to California, bringing with it both chaos and charisma.

Daniel Rodriguez, the fan-favorite UFC fighter known as “D-Rod,” will take on a different role on Saturday, April 25. Instead of fighting, he will be cageside as a guest commentator during the UFC debut Foos Fighting Championshipa first-of-its-kind MMA event combining combat sports with viral street culture.

The event takes place in Burbank and will be broadcast live on multiple platforms, representing a bold fresh experiment in how fight promotions connect with fans.

A fresh twist in MMA broadcasting

Rodriguez will join the commentary team alongside “Concrete” and play-by-play announcer Ben “The Bane” Davis, bringing UFC-level insight to a card built around raw, unfiltered talent.

The event is co-promoted by COMBATE GLOBAL and viral comedy brand Foos Gone Wild – a collaboration that delivers entertainment and action in equal measure.

“I’ve been doing my homework on these idiots and I already know we’re going to see some diseased nitwits at La Jaula,” said Foos Gone Wild founder Lil’ Mr. E

COMBATE GLOBAL CEO Campbell McLaren added:

“This event puts a fun twist on the sport of MMA, but I think we’ll also see the emergence of some potential future stars that we wouldn’t necessarily have had the opportunity to look at if we hadn’t created this event…”

What is “Foos Fighting Championship”?

Think of it as a grassroots proving ground for personality.

Loosely inspired by Dana White’s Contender series, this concept fits the everyday fighter – the “fool” with a real reputation in the gym – on the inside CageCOMBATE GLOBAL cage.

Objective? Find another fugitive who might otherwise never get a chance.

Full fight card

Main event

• Flyweight: Joseph Muñoz (2-0) vs. Ariel Huizar (4-3)

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• Featherlight Heavyweight: Jake Lleckfelt (1-0) vs. Bobby Liles (0-0)
• Featherweight: Ryan Pak (0-0) vs. Hansol Yi (0-0)
• Lightweight: Carlos Meza (1-0) vs. Rey Rodriguez (0-5)
• Catchweight (150 lbs): Khachic Vardanian (2-0) vs. Carlos Venebra (0-0)
• Bantamweight: Erik Berganza (debut) vs. Jaeysen Jeff (2-4)

How to watch

• Start time: 21:30 ET / 18:30 PT
• Broadcast in English:
  • Samsung TV Plus (COMBATE GLOBAL channel)
  • YouTube (COMBATE GLOBAL channel)
• Spanish broadcast:
  • EstrellaTV
  • Samsung TV Plus (Spanish channel)

Tickets

Fans in Southern California can attend the event live and tickets can be purchased on Ticketon.

Why this event is different

This is not your typical MMA show. It’s part fight card, part cultural crossover – designed to reach a younger, digital-native audience while still being truly competitive.

With a UFC star like Rodriguez on commentary and a platform that combines humor, identity and fighting, Foos Fighting Championship could become one of the most talked-about fresh formats in combat sports.