Manama:BRAVE Combat Federation launched in Bahrain ten years ago, aiming to transcend traditional boundaries in mixed martial arts. Over the past decade, it has established a record-setting international presence across 39 countries on five continents.
According to Bahrain News Agency, BRAVE CF was founded in 2016 under the vision of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The organization has held 109 events in 39 countries, more than any other MMA organization. Over 900 fighters from 95 nations have competed under its banner.
BRAVE CF President Mohammed Shahid shared that the organization was created with the belief that talent should not be confined by geography. Over the years, it has built a platform for fighters from diverse regions to compete and gain international recognition.
The organization's strategic expansion includes entering new markets and collaborating with local partners and federations to host events in emerging regions. Europe has played a pivotal role in this strategy, with BRAVE CF hosting events in 20 European countries, more than any other MMA organization.
Beyond live events, BRAVE CF has reached a broadcast audience of 1.7 billion households globally and amassed over 2 billion views on social media. This widespread engagement highlights the platform's success in uniting fighters from both established and emerging MMA markets.
As BRAVE CF celebrates its 10th anniversary, it sees this milestone as a foundation for future growth, aiming to continue expanding into new territories and developing talent worldwide.