BRAVE Combat Federation is set to make its highly anticipated return to Spain with BRAVE CF 89. The event will feature a thrilling main event, as Super Welterweight champion Kamal Magomedov defends his title against Brazil’s Luiz Cado. The fight is scheduled for October 19 at Pabellon Santiago Martin in Tenerife.
Magomedov Defends Title for the First Time
Kamal Magomedov, undefeated in his professional MMA career, will make his first title defense at BRAVE CF 89. He captured the Super Welterweight title at BRAVE CF 77, where he secured a first-round stoppage against Marcin Bandel. With three victories in BRAVE CF, Magomedov has quickly risen as one of the top fighters in the division.
Although fighters like Alex Lohoré and Eliezer Kubanza have called him out, his first title defense will come against Luiz Cado. The Brazilian is riding a three-fight winning streak and has finished all his opponents inside the BRAVE CF cage. Cado earned his title shot by submitting Vernon Ramos at BRAVE CF 78.
Luiz Cado’s Path to the Title
Luiz Cado has had an impressive run in BRAVE CF, winning all three of his fights with stoppages. His most recent victory, a submission over Ramos, solidified his place as the number one contender for the Super Welterweight title. Cado also stopped Willker Lemos and Luis Felipe Dias, showcasing his finishing abilities.
With both fighters coming off dominant performances, the clash between Magomedov and Cado promises to be an explosive matchup. Fans can expect a high-level display of skill and determination in this exciting title fight.
Co-Main Event: Sanchez vs. Smullen
In the co-main event, Spain’s Jose Sanchez will face Ireland’s Richie Smullen in a Featherweight bout. Sanchez, a veteran of the Spanish MMA scene, will fight in front of his home crowd. He looks to make a statement on the international stage. Smullen, who is on a three-fight winning streak, aims to spoil Sanchez’s homecoming and debut in the BRAVE CF Featherweight division.
BRAVE CF 89 marks the organization’s second event in Spain. It will be the ninth event of the year and will conclude BRAVE CF’s 70-day world tour, which includes events in six countries. The promotion has shown its commitment to growing MMA in Europe with events in Bulgaria, the Netherlands, and Slovenia.
