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ROAD TO BRAVE returns to Greece at MCP 16 with a global MMA contract on the line ROAD TO BRAVE returns to Greece with the possibility of a career change at MCP 16

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BRAVE Combat Federation’s global talent search will return to Greece this spring as the promotion once again partners with MMA Challenge Pro to deliver another edition of high-stakes competition THE ROAD TO COURAGE number.

The international scouting show will be held on Saturday, April 18at the iconic Vergina Theater in Thessaloniki, Greece. The event will take place simultaneously MCP 16: Night of the Warriorsbringing together emerging fighters who want to prove they belong on the global MMA scene.

The ROAD TO BRAVE initiative serves as a platform to start your careergiving emerging athletes a chance to earn approx multi-fight contract with BRAVE CFone of the most international MMA organizations in the world.

Gateway to the global stage

The event will feature an array of fight cards filled with promising prospects from across the region who will compete under the watchful eye of BRAVE CF scouts and executives. Warriors will fight not only for victory, but also for a life-changing opportunity to join the BRAVE CF squad.

Mohammed Shahid, president of the BRAVE Combat Federation, emphasized the importance of returning to Greece.

“Greece has always demonstrated an incredible depth of martial arts culture and competitive spirit,” Shahid said. “Bringing ROAD TO BRAVE back here allows us to once again evaluate a recent wave of athletes who possess the skill, discipline and appetite required at the highest level. We are excited to continue discovering talent in this passionate fighting community.”

Strengthening the BRAVE–MCP Partnership

The event also highlights the growing partnership between BRAVE CF and MMA Challenge Pro, which has become an essential avenue for athletes looking to break into the international arena.

Noredin Mokasampi, CEO of MMA Challenge Pro, emphasized the value of the partnership.

“The collaboration with BRAVE CF elevates everything we want to achieve for our players,” said Mokasampi. “This partnership ensures that deserving athletes will not only be tested locally, but will also be given a clear path to international exposure. This is an opportunity that can change careers overnight.”

From prospect to global competitor

ROAD TO BRAVE’s return follows success MPK warriora reality-based competition platform focused on discovering and developing emerging MMA talent through structured competition and performance evaluation.

Thanks to this system, outstanding fighters can go from local prospects to global competitors under the BRAVE CF banner.

Rapid global expansion of BRAVE CF

Founded in 2016 under the vision of Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, BRAVE Combat Federation has grown into one of the most internationally busy MMA organizations.

In less than a decade, the Bahrain-based organization:

  • Hosted Over 100 events
  • There were performances 38 countries on five continents
  • Featured over 900 fighters from 90 countries

This global scouting model has helped athletes from emerging markets enter competition at an elite level, strengthening BRAVE CF’s reputation as one of the most vigorous platforms in sports for international talent.

With ROAD TO BRAVE returning to Thessaloniki, another group of riders will now have the chance to step into the spotlight and potentially launch their careers on the world stage.

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Hasim Rahman’s undefeated son Sharif signs multi-fight BKB deal

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Hasim Rahman’s undefeated son Sharif signs multi-fight BKB deal
Bare Knuckle Boxing has added another second-generation boxer to
its growing roster.

The promotion recently announced that Sharif Rahman has signed a
multi-fight agreement, bringing the undefeated prospect into the
bare-knuckle ranks while still in his prime.

Sharif Rahman joins BKB after building an undefeated 9-0 boxing
record

Rahman, 30, is the son of former two-time heavyweight champion
Hasim Rahman and the brother of professional boxer Hasim Rahman Jr.
His father famously stopped Lennox Lewis in 2001 to capture the
heavyweight championship.

Known as “C3,†Rahman has compiled an unblemished 9-0 professional
boxing record with four knockouts. The Baltimore native, who now
resides in Las Vegas, will attempt to carry that unbeaten record
into bare-knuckle competition.

“I’ve carried this family name my whole career and I’ve never
lost,†Rahman said via press release. “Bare-knuckle is a new test,
no gloves, no excuses, just pure skill and heart and I’m bringing
my undefeated record to BKB to prove I belong among the best in the
trigon.â€

Rahman follows several established boxers who have recently made
the move to BKB, including Victor Ortiz, JoJo Diaz, Alfredo Angulo
and Lee Selby.

His promotional debut and opponent will be announced at a later
date.

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Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry have contrasting views on women’s authority

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Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry have contrasting views on women’s authority
Islam
Makhachev and Ian Garry
have vastly different views on how much authority women should
have.

Garry recently faced significant backlash for speaking about his
feminine side in an interview. “The Future†admitted to crying
while watching Disney movies and feeling more masculine by staying
in touch with his feminine side. Garry also said that the world
would be a better place with women running it and men simply
listening to them.

Islam Makhachev has hilarious reaction to UFC legend needing
wife's approval to go to Dagestan

Makhachev, although in jest, expressed opposite views on women
having authority. The
Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight champion invited
Demetrious
Johnson to Dagestan during a recent interview. When “Mighty
Mouse†expressed safety concerns, Makhachev assured him that
Dagestan is one of the safest places in the world.

Johnson then said that he would have to consult his wife on the
matter. Makhachev laughed in disbelief about the UFC Hall of Famer
having to take his wife's permission. Makhachev said that Johnson,
being one of the best fighters in history, merely has to inform his
wife, not take her permission.

“Talk to wife? Talk to wife?†Makhachev said. “You're the best
fighter in the world. You have to tell her. But not ask.â€

Makhachev (28-1) puts his welterweight title on the line against
Garry (17-1) in the main event of UFC
330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.


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Contender Series winner gets surprise UFC shot after UFC 330 shakeup

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Contender Series winner gets surprise UFC shot after UFC 330 shakeup
The upcoming
Ultimate Fighting Championship event has undergone a late
change, with Eduardo
Henrique stepping in to replace Jose Ochoa
at UFC
330.

Ochoa was reportedly forced out due to an injury, leaving Charles
Johnson without an opponent days before their bout at Xfinity
Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. However, the promotion quickly found
a replacement in Henrique, who will now make his UFC debut against
Johnson.

Eduardo Henrique gets UFC debut against Charles Johnson after
Jose Ochoa injury

Henrique (15-2) will return to action after nearly nine months
away. The former
Legacy Fighting Alliance flyweight champion last competed in
September 2025, earning a decision over An Tuan Ho
on
Dana White's Contender Series. However, the victory wasn't
enough for a UFC contract.

The fighter also appeared on Season 33 of “The Ultimate Fighterâ€
last year. Now, Henrique has the chance to make his UFC debut as a
late replacement in UFC 330.

Johnson (19-9) lost to Asu
Almabayev in his last Octagon appearance in June. His upcoming
bout will be his fourth UFC fight of 2026, making him the
promotion’s most active fighter this year. He is currently
averaging one bout every 98 days.

Despite the unexpected shakeup, UFC 330 remains a 12-fight card
capped off by two title fights.

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