Idrees Bahrami I recently talked to a FightBook MMA correspondent Gabriel Padilla to discuss his upcoming fight. Watch the full interview in the video below.

Nashville fight fans will soon witness one of the most decorated amateur strikers on the card when emerging kickboxing talent Idrees Bahrami takes center stage at the upcoming professional kickboxing event at Marathon Music Works.

With a remarkable amateur resume and multiple national titles in major combat sports organizations, Bahrami comes to Nashville bringing both momentum and championship expectations.

A champion built in the amateur ranks

Some players talk about experience – Idrees Bahrami gained it through the championship.

The rising striker has collected nine amateur titles, competing on respected platforms such as:

• International Kickboxing Federation
• World Association of Kickboxing Organizations
• Muay Thai in the highest league

Throughout his amateur career, Bahrami consistently faced elite competition while building a reputation as a tenacious pressure fighter with the ability to finish fights decisively.

His master achievements include:

• IKF Classic 2021 National World Champion
• IKF West Coast Super Middleweight 170lb Champion
• West Coast Classic National Champion at 170 pounds
• IKF 165-pound middleweight national champion
• Silver medalist of the 2025 WAKO Kickboxing Championships
• 2026 Super Middleweight Muay Thai National Champion

Seven-time Muay Thai champion with knockout power

In addition to his distinctions in kickboxing, Bahrami has also proven himself in the world of Muay Thai. The powerful striker won seven Muay Thai championships, establishing himself as a perilous offensive fighter with a reputation for constant pressure.

One of his most impressive performances came during YOUR USA vs. Europe International Showdownwhere Bahrami stopped the Irish champion by second-round knockout in the 165-pound weight class.

The victory demonstrated his ability to compete with international competition and confirmed that his success goes far beyond regional events.

Representing Team USA on the K1 stage

Bahrami’s achievements also earned him a place on the ranking list USA K1 Kickboxing National Teamwhich allowed him to represent the United States on the international stage.

Competing at this level requires not only elite hitting ability, but also the discipline and mental toughness needed to perform under pressure.

These qualities are exactly what Bahrami plans to bring when he steps into the ring in Nashville.

Nashville Fight fans are ready for a groundbreaking performance

With an extensive amateur career and growing momentum as a professional striker, Bahrami now aims to prove that his championship pedigree translates to the next level.

When he steps into Marathon Music Works, he won’t be just another fighter on the card.

He will be a multi-time champion looking to make a statement.

For fight fans in Nashville, this could mean meeting the next breakout star of American kickboxing.

And if Bahrami continues to perform like he has throughout his career, Music City fans may soon understand why opponents across the country have learned one lesson the challenging way:

When Idrees Bahrami steps into the ring, he’s not chasing moments.

He creates them.