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BRAVE CF 88 fights put an end-to-end show for MMA fans around the world
Sep 29, 2024
BRAVE Combat Federation’s eighth event of the year, BRAVE CF 88 went down on Saturday night leaving a lasting impact on European MMA. Held in Slovenia, the event attracted a sold-out crowd in Ljubljana and set a record for gate revenue in Slovenian MMA. The electrifying atmosphere, combined with thrilling fights, made it an unforgettable experience for fans, featuring everything from "Fight of the Year" contender to the crowning of two new world champions.
The night began with a standout performance by Kirill Negru, who dominated his fight and cemented his spot as Slovenia's top amateur MMA talent. Negru earned a spot in the upcoming IMMAF World Championships in Uzbekistan and pledged to bring back a gold medal for his country.
In the Women’s Strawweight division, Marina Spasi? emerged as a rising star by finishing Maristela Alves. The Serbian fighter not only impressed the crowd with her skill but also won their hearts with her post-fight speech.
Slovenian athletes Miha Frlic, Luka Podkrajsek, and Monika Kucinic also delivered strong performances. Frlic needed only 37 seconds to win his fight and remain undefeated, while Podkrajšek secured a first-round victory, and in his post-fight speech, hinted at possible retirement. Kucinic displayed resilience in her bout, coming back from almost getting knocked out in the first round to secure her second consecutive win of 2024, proving why she is regarded as one of Europe’s top female fighters. The event concluded with two world title fights. Pavel Dailidko became the first-ever BRAVE CF Heavyweight Champion in the co-main event, followed by Erko Jun capturing the Light Heavyweight title in the main event, marking a historic night for European MMA.
With the bar set high by BRAVE CF 88, this event has redefined European MMA, creating a new standard for future events in the continent.
