MMA

Brave Combat Federation announces a return to Bulgaria

Published

1 year ago

April 26, 2025

Bold combat federation A very awaited return to Bulgaria will return on July 12 with Brave CF 97, which took place in connection with Bulgarian combat agency (BFA) W Burgas Arena. This is the second time Brave CF brings a world -class MMA competition to Bulgaria, additionally strengthening its reputation as the most hosted promotion in Europe.

After the success of last year’s inaugural Bulgarian event, Brave CF 97 promises to deliver the arranged combat card with international stars and the best Bulgarian talents. Fans can expect electrifying duels in many weight classes, because the promotion is undergoing a record run in 2025, along with bold CF events, which are already held in 35 countries, including 16 on European land, the upcoming return to Burgas, as well as the debut in Switzerland, emphasizes the unjustified pushing of the organization for the construction of MMA.

As part of the “Brave” campaign, Brave CF 97 will not only present the most significant competitions, but also serve as a stepping stone in the direction of 100 promotional event this year. This groundbreaking edition will unite warriors from all over Europe, Asia, Africa and not only, strengthening the Brave CF mission of giving athletes from all regions of the global stage. Tickets that will soon appear on sale, Bulgarian fans may witness another unforgettable night of MMA shares.

Brave CF 97 will be another flagship installment in the “Year Brave” campaign, an initiative aimed at distinguishing the elite MMA talents on every continent and expanding the Brave CF mission regarding global integration and possibilities in combat sports.

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UFC Abu Dhabi results: Ankalaev vs. Guskov

Published

5 hours ago

July 25, 2026

The Punch Junkie™ News

UFC Abu Dhabi results: Ankalaev vs. Guskov

UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev v Guskov Ceremonial Weigh-in

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – JULY 24: (L-R) Opponents Magomed Ankalaev of Russia and Bogdan Guskov of Uzbekistan face off during the UFC Fight Night ceremonial weigh-in at Etihad Arena on July 24, 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC)

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PFL D.C. Results: Jean vs. Rodriguez

Published

8 hours ago

July 25, 2026

The Punch Junkie™ News

MMA Fighting has PFL D.C. results for the Jean vs. Rodriguez fight card from CareFirst Arena, Washington, D.C on Saturday night.

In the main event, Thad Jean takes on late-notice replacement Ernesto Rodriguez for the vacant PFL welterweight title. The 2025 PFL welterweight champion, Jean was originally scheduled to face 2024 PFL champion Shamil Musaev in the bout, but Musaev withdrew this week, allowing Rodriguez, who was booked to fight Aaron McKenzie on the undercard, to step in.

A light heavyweight slugfest between Tyson Pedro and Rafael Xavier serves as the co-main event.

The PFL D.C. prelim card kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN+, with the main card following at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Check out the PFL D.C. results below.

Main Card (10 p.m. ET on ESPN)

Thad Jean vs. Ernesto Rodriguez â€” Vacant welterweight title fight

Tyson Pedro vs. Rafael Zavier

Sullivan Cauley vs. Rasul Magomedov

Eliezer Kubanza vs. Chris Mixan

Preliminary Card (8 p.m. ET on ESPN+)

Michael Cyr vs. Bryce Meredith

Nkosi Ndebele vs. Brandon Davis

Chad Yard vs. Coby Bradford

Noah Hermosillo vs. Jacob Pais

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UFC Abu Dhabi loses fight hours before event

Published

8 hours ago

July 25, 2026

The Punch Junkie™ News

UFC Abu Dhabi loses fight hours before event

UFC Abu Dhabi has taken a late just before the event was set to kick off.

Saturday's Fight Night card will go down with only 12 bouts after the cancellation of a main card bout between Islam Dulatov and Wellington Turman, the promotion announced just hours before the start of the event.

According to the promotion, Dulatov was forced off the welterweight bout due to illness. On a statement posted on Dulatov's social media Saturday morning, his team revealed the fighter had to be hospitalized on Friday.

â€œLast night, Islam was admitted to the hospital due to an infection and spent several hours receiving medical treatment,â€ the statement read. â€œDespite every effort to keep the fight on, the decision was made together with the UFC to withdraw him from the bout in the interest of his health and well-being. Right now, the only priority is for Islam to make a full recovery. He will personally address everyone with a statement as soon as he is able.â€

Dulatov's team added that â€œIslam will use this time to recover completely and will come back stronger than ever.â€

Turman, who was set to make his return to the cage after two and a half years away, sidelined that long due to four shoulder surgeries, said on his social media he wishes Dulatov a quick recovery and hopes for a fast turnaround, re-booking the Dulatov bout or facing a new opponent instead.

The UFC has yet to announce if a fight will be moved to the main card.

Check the updated UFC Abu Dhabi lineup below.

Main Card (Paramount+ at 12 p.m. ET)

Preliminary Card (Paramount+ at 9 a.m. ET)