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Africa’s Brightest Stars Headline BRAVE CF 97
Jul 12, 2025
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The BRAVE CF 97 event isn’t just another stop on the global MMA calendar. It’s a showcase of African talent on one of the sport’s most respected international platforms. Set for Saturday, 12 July at the Burgas Arena in Bulgaria, BRAVE CF 97 sees Two African fighters featured in pivotal, high-stakes matchups. For the African continent’s fight community, this card is personal.
Headlining the event is Algeria’s Mohamed ‘L’Ambiance’ Said Maalem, who is ranked number two in the light heavyweight division. Said Maalem takes on Bulgaria’s Kaloyan Kolev in what could be a title eliminator. In the co-main event, Mali’s Abou ‘Yondaime’ Tounkara makes his return to BRAVE Combat Federation after four years away, facing Bulgaria’s Pavel Vladev in a lightweight battle.
This is a lineup that represents more than just fights. It is a symbol of African mixed martial arts’ growing presence and influence within the global scene. In recent years, African fighters have reshaped the sport’s narrative. From Francis Ngannou’s heavyweight dominance to Dricus du Plessis’ championship run and Nkosi Ndebele’s historic title win in BRAVE CF, the continent’s combat sports scene is no longer a quiet story in the background. The continent continues to demand a position at the forefront of the sport.
BRAVE CF 97 continues that momentum. Not only does the event place African fighters in crucial divisional matchups, but it also provides a global broadcast platform, allowing young fighters across Algeria, Mali, and beyond to see representation at the highest level.
Mohamed Said Maalem’s veteran comeback, and Abou Tounkara’s return to the BRAVE CF cage are stories that speak to the diversity and depth of African MMA. From undefeated prospects to seasoned veterans, the continent’s athletes are proving they belong on the international stage.
As MMA continues to expand into new regions, BRAVE CF has consistently championed African fighters, and BRAVE CF 97 might go down as one of the promotion’s most important cards yet for the continent. Catch BRAVE CF 97 live on Saturday, 12 July, from Burgas, Bulgaria, and witness history in the making for African mixed martial arts.
Stay tuned for more updates as BRAVE CF 97 gets closer to fight night.
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