Anthony Joshua almost suffered one of the most stunning upsets in history after Kristian Prenga scored two knockdowns on the former heavyweight champion in the opening round.
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Brave Combat Federation celebrates African Day 2025
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1 year agoon
When the world unites on the occasion of African Day 2025, Brave Combat Federation proudly joins the commemoration of the opulent history, cultural pride and the future promise of the African continent. As a truly global MMA promotion with roots in every corner of the world of fighting, Africa is more than just a market for a brave CF. Instead, the African continent is perceived as a land of warriors whose stories and spirit embody the heart of combat sport.
African Day, observed every year on May 25, honors the creation of the African Union (AU), which was then known as an organization of African unity (Oau). Established in 1963, AU is a symbol of unity, independence and pride for the continent, whose sons and daughters still impress their mark on many global scenes. In 2025, the importance of that day is even deeper in a brave nation, because Africa fighters gain importance in some of the most competitive sport divisions.
Among the flag Fly Flag Flag is Nicholas “The Saint” Hwende, the prevailing brave world champion Bantamweight from Zimbabwe. Hwende engraved his name in the historical books of promotions in December 2024, when the brave CF 91 against his colleague African, an outstanding and bold graduate of CF, nkosi ndebele. The fight not only showed MMA at the elite level, but also symbolized the growing influence of the continent on sports.
The presence of Africa in Brave CF goes far beyond the ranks of Bantam’s weight. In the Super Wieredzna Branch, Eliezer “King Kong” Kubanza from the Democratic Republic of Congo gained a reputation of his cruelty and knockout strength, becoming one of the most hazardous people in the division. Meanwhile, Mohamed “L’ATME” Algeria said that I had still strengthening his status of the best featherlight pretender to heavyweight, combining experience and harvest with a relentless combat spirit, which brought him respect on continents.
Youssef Boughan from Morocco, a decorated attacker with the elite background of Muay Thai, proudly represents North Africa in a slight division, introducing a lively set of skills on the global scene. In the ranks of a pencil scale, Congish colleague, Prince “The Black Lion” Lolia quickly broadcasts the brand as a powerful pretender with the ambitions of the Gold Championships. In order not to outdo, Luthando “Shorty” Biko in South Africa recently entered the bold CF flying ward, and his technical fitness and heart makes him one of the most captivating division warriors.
The Brave CF relationship with Africa always went beyond its list. The organization has made a conscious effort to introduce its events to African land, offering local fans the possibility of world -hand MMA world -hand provision, while enabling international athletes to experience and culture of the continent. From Morocco to South Africa, Brave CF built a proud and growing history in Africa with several events. Recently, in May 2024, the promotion landed in St. Pierre, Mauritius for Brave CF 82, additionally expanding his African trail and putting the foundation of future events.
When MMA World celebrates African Day, Brave Combat Federation stands together with African athletes and fans, honoring the continent’s contribution to sport and its growing influence in the global MMA community. Warriors of Africa, the past and present, embody the spirit of immunity, unity and pride – and the brave CF is honored as part of the journey.
Ecstatic African Day 2025 to the entire continent and the African Fighting Family all over the world!
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Carlos Ulberg thinks he has Magomed Ankalaev figured out following UFC Abu Dhabi: "I saw what I needed to see"
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4 hours agoon
July 26, 2026
Carlos Ulberg had vested interest in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event, and he believes he saw enough of Magomed Ankalaev to have him downloaded.
Ankalaev took center stage inside Etihad Arena this past Saturday. He shared the Octagon with Bogdan Guskov, who was a late replacement for the injured Khalil Rountree. Ankalaev ended up scoring a fifth-round TKO finish.
Ulberg is the reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, so he had his eyes on the Ankalaev vs. Guskov fight. During his interview with UFC on Paramount+, “Black Jag†said Ankalaev showed him enough in case the two ended up clashing with the 205-pound gold at stake (via MMAJunkie).
“I saw what I needed to see, and I'll make sure I do everything I can to get back in there,†Ulberg said. “I've always seen Ankalaev as a top contender, so he's definitely one of the guys that will be up next as well. … I saw what I needed to see. I'll leave it at that.â€
Ulberg has been out of action due to a torn ACL, which he suffered in his title-winning bout against Jiri Prochazka back in April. The light heavyweight king said he's hoping that an early 2027 return is in the cards.
“I'm just making sure I need to do everything I need to keep on task with my injury, but then also just been working closely with the (UFC) PI and make sure I can get back in there as quickly as possible, but then also as safely as possible,†Ulberg said. “We're looking at early next year, so 2027 if we're being smart so we don't come in too early and reinsure ourselves.â€
One big talking point within MMA is whether or not there will be an interim UFC light heavyweight title fight before the end of 2026. Paulo Costa recently made his 205-pound debut, and he has been calling for an interim title fight. Alex Pereira recently lost an interim heavyweight title fight against Ciryl Gane, and one can't rule out “Poatan†returning to the 205-pound division.
When Carlos Ulberg is ready to return, who do you think he'll end up facing? Will it be Magomed Ankalaev or another top contender? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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MMA fighter pulls joint out of shorts and lights up after win
Published
21 hours agoon
July 25, 2026
The Diaz brothers have a new applicant to join their team.
You never know what's going to happen on the regional MMA scene. On Saturday night in Gliwice, Poland, we saw another MMA first, when a winner fighter pulled a joint out of his shorts after scoring the stoppage, and then lit it up right there in the cage.
A 5-5 fighter out of Poland, Bartlomiej Skowyra took on Pablo Moura on the main card of DWN 10 at PreZero Arena. After battering Moura in the second round to move to 6-5 as a professional, “Bucketboy†went farming for a viral clip, jumping on top of the cage and pulling out what appears to be a joint from his shorts. He then lit the thing up and enjoyed a long smoke break before jumping down to make his win official.
Talk about smoking your opponent!
You can watch the full DWM 10 event below.
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Anthony Joshua survives 2 knockdowns, comes back to flatten Kristian Prenga in second round
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22 hours agoon
July 25, 2026
But just when it looked like Joshua was doomed to fail and his highly anticipated showdown against Tyson Fury would fall apart again, the British slugger recovered and came out launching bombs in the second round. With Prenga fading, Joshua unloaded a brutal right hand that sent his opponent crashing to the canvas and through the bottom rope.
It didn't take long for the referee to stop the fight with the end coming at 2:43 in the second round.
“It was more than me that just picked me up,†Joshua said about the stunning opening round. “It can't just be me. There's a higher power that's calling.â€
While he was celebrating his win, Joshua quickly turned his attention towards Fury with his promoter Eddie Hearn saying the long awaited fight was already signed for later this year.
“Have we got Tyson Fury in the room, actually?†Joshua shouted. “To more important matters, I'm going to rip his heart out. I'm the meanest and most vicious champion there's ever been. Nobody can stop me. Alexander? No, he's no Alexander.
“I respect everything that he's done and everything he's achieved but as a fighting person who's been calling for this fight for a long time … I think he fans will be in for a treat.â€
Before he gets to Fury, Joshua first had to leave the crowd on pins and needles after the way the fight started on Saturday.
In a shocking turn of events, Prenga launched an uppercut that blasted Joshua and sent him crashing to the canvas. Joshua was able to get back to his feet but he was obviously shocked at what just happened.
Prenga stayed on the attack as he kept swinging hammers trying to put Joshua back down again. Joshua was potentially dealing with some kind of leg injury after the knocked as he looked unstable whenever he was standing.
Prenga blasted Joshua with another ferocious right hand that wobbled and put the former heavyweight champion down again.
Another wild exchange ended he opening round as Joshua smiled at his opponent before returning to his corner.
As the second round got started, Joshua was aggressive throwing combinations and Prenga was seemingly losing steam. Joshua backed him into the corner and unloaded several stiff punches in succession as Prenga was forced to play defense.
Realizing that Prenga was still hurt, Joshua came after him with everything in his arsenal until he blasted the Albanian heavyweight a huge shot that put him down and he actually fell through the bottom rope. As soon as Prenga hit the canvas, it was pretty clear he was done but the referee gave him time to attempt to recover.
A moment later, the fight was waved off as Joshua celebrated his comeback victory after he hit the ground twice in the opening round.
The win puts Joshua in position for one of the biggest boxing matches of the year with all signs pointing towards a showdown against Fury before 2026 is over. There are still some details that have to be worked out like the location for the fight but it appears Joshua vs. Fury is finally going to happen.
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