BRAVE Combat Federation is bringing the heat back to Bahrain with BRAVE CF 91 on December 13, and the co-main event is already setting the MMA world ablaze. Arab MMA icon Hamza Kooheji will take on Turkish sensation Alperen Karabulut in a battle that's sure to electrify the Khalifa Sports City Arena.
The Homecoming of a Hero: Kooheji’s Redemption Arc
After a two-year hiatus due to injury, Kooheji made a jaw-dropping return earlier this year with a first-round TKO in Belarus. Now, with the roar of his home crowd behind him, the Bahraini warrior is determined to keep the momentum alive. Known for his relentless style, Kooheji is eyeing a spot back in Bantamweight title contention, a dream he hopes to rekindle with a win in this pivotal co-main event.
Before his injury, Kooheji secured a thrilling victory over Eduardo Mora at BRAVE CF 65, bouncing back from a title loss to Brad Katona at BRAVE CF 57. Can he climb back to the top of the Bantamweight division? This fight will decide.
Karabulut: The Turkish Powerhouse Ready to Shock the World
Making his promotional debut, Alperen Karabulut is a force to be reckoned with. With over 100 fights across Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Freestyle Wrestling, Karabulut brings an arsenal of skills that make him a nightmare matchup for any opponent. Riding high after a first-round stoppage win, the Turkish superstar boasts a professional MMA record of 11 wins and 4 losses, with seven victories coming via finishes.
For Karabulut, this clash isn’t just a fight—it’s a chance to solidify his name on the global MMA stage by taking down a legend like Kooheji.
This December, BRAVE Combat Federation continues its groundbreaking year with BRAVE CF 91, the 11th event of 2024, held during the BRAVE International Combat Week. The fight night will pave the way for BRAVE CF 92 on December 15 and the IMMAF Youth Asian Championships, making it a week packed with high-octane combat action.