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Said Maalem Calls Out Mohammad Fakhreddine: "If You Are a Man, Accept the Trilogy Fight"
Jul 17, 2025
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One of the most volatile rivalries in BRAVE® Combat Federation history may be heading toward its final chapter, as Algerian powerhouse Mohammed Said Maalem reignites his war of words with Middle Eastern icon Mohammad Fakhreddine, calling for a trilogy bout that fans have been clamoring for.
In a powerful statement, Maalem declared:
“Fakhreddine, if you are a man, accept the fight. When I defeated you in Italy, I accepted your request for a rematch, and you won in Bahrain. If you are a man, accept my request for a rematch, and I will defeat you. And you know that I will defeat you.”
Their rivalry began at BRAVE CF 52 in Milan, where Maalem delivered what appeared to be a dominant TKO victory to become Light Heavyweight World Champion. However, the result was later overturned to a No Contest due to illegal strikes.
Despite the controversy, Maalem honored Fakhreddine’s request for a rematch. The two faced off again at BRAVE CF 57 in Bahrain, where Fakhreddine secured a TKO victory under equally controversial circumstances. The bout ended with a similar finish and was immediately clouded by post-fight appeals and disputes — fueling debate across the MMA community.
Tensions boiled over after the final bell, culminating in one of the most infamous post-fight brawls in BRAVE CF history. Both corners erupted inside the cage, with referee Aaron Wallace caught between the chaos as he tried to separate the two enraged camps. The footage went viral, becoming a defining moment in BRAVE CF’s global narrative.
Now, Maalem is calling for closure — not just for himself, but for the sport. One win each (official or not), two stormy encounters, and one explosive aftermath. The Algerian is demanding the same opportunity for redemption that he once granted to Fakhreddine.
A trilogy bout wouldn’t just settle the score. It would be the ultimate decider in one of MMA’s most explosive rivalries, where pride, legacy, and national honor are all on the line.
Will Fakhreddine accept the challenge and close this historic chapter? The world is watching.
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