Ali Seals Pakistan’s Clean Sweep in Co-Main Event
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Rizwan Ali ensured Pakistan’s perfect 5-0 record against India with a thunderous first-round knockout of Srikant Sekhar in their lightweight rematch. Ali landed a devastating right hand that left Sekhar unable to continue, bringing the rivalry to a climactic end.
In an emotional post-fight moment, Sekhar removed his gloves and left them on the canvas, signaling his retirement from the sport.
Official Result: Rizwan Ali def. Srikant Sekhar via TKO (punches) at 2:22 of R1.
Ali’s Wrestling Dominance Too Much for Farhad
In a bantamweight bout filled with grappling exchanges, Babar Ali showcased relentless wrestling to secure a unanimous decision win over Mohammad Farhad. Despite a mid-fight groin cup replacement, Ali remained composed, securing takedowns and dictating the pace across all three rounds.
Official Result: Babar Ali def. Mohammad Farhad via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
Solomonov Stuns Al Derbani with Quick Submission
Omar Solomonov needed less than five minutes to make his mark in the featherweight division, submitting Izzeddine Al Derbani with a textbook rear-naked choke just before the end of the Round Official Result: Omar Solomonov def. Izzeddine Al Derbani via submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:53 of R1.
Abbas Khan Outlasts Rosario in Gritty Catchweight Clash
Pakistan’s Abbas Khan secured a hard-fought split decision win over Seth Rosario in a catchweight (71kg) bout. Khan controlled much of the fight with takedowns and top control, but Rosario threatened with multiple leg lock attempts and a late rally.
Official Result: Abbas Khan def. Seth Rosario via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).
Hamed’s Comeback Stuns Orozakunov
Rami Hamed’s return to BRAVE CF was nothing short of dramatic. After being rocked early by Salamat Orozakunov, Hamed mounted a ferocious comeback to finish the fight with devastating punches late in Round 1.
Official Result: Rami Hamed def. Salamat Orozakunov via TKO (punches) at 4:20 of R1.
Prelims Recap: Mohamed and Aqib Shine
In the prelims, Abdallah Mohamed dominated Abdulrahman with superior grappling, while Awan Aqib stopped Ehtesham Ansari with a vicious ground-and-pound sequence in the final round. Indian star Suchika Tariyal Hooda marked her debut with a slick armbar submission win over Jhen Buzon in the strawweight division.
Notable Results
- Abdallah Mohamed def. Abdulrahman via unanimous decision.
- Awan Aqib def. Ehtesham Ansari via TKO (ground and pound) at 2:01 of R3.
- Suchika Tariyal Hooda def. Jhen Buzon via submission (armbar) at 2:08 of R2.
Pakistan Reigns Supreme
The night belonged to Pakistan, with its fighters delivering a clean sweep across the main card. From Rizwan Ali’s emphatic knockout to Abbas Khan’s grit and Babar Ali’s wrestling masterclass, BRAVE CF witnessed a dominant display from the South Asian nation on a truly unforgettable evening of MMA action.
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