Pakistani Fighters Dominate BRAVE CF 85 in Historic Lahore Event

Pakistani mixed martial artists made history on Sunday at BRAVE CF 85 in Lahore, showcasing their dominance in a thrilling event that marked the first-ever MMA showdown between fighters from Pakistan and India held on Pakistani soil.

In the Bantamweight division, Zia Mashwani delivered a standout performance by defeating India’s Bharat Khandare in the first round. Mashwani secured the victory with a swift triangle choke, forcing Bharat to tap out.

This win was significant as it was the first time a Pakistani MMA fighter had triumphed over an Indian opponent at home, highlighting a new chapter in Pakistan’s MMA journey.

Bharat Khandare, returning to BRAVE CF after a seven-year hiatus, had aimed to claim a victory for India in Pakistan, but Mashwani’s superior skills proved too formidable.

Adding to Pakistan’s success, Rizwan Ali knocked out India’s Srikant Sekhar in the Lightweight category. Ali’s powerful performance further emphasized Pakistan’s growing prowess in the MMA world, underscoring the host nation’s dominance at the event.

These intense matchups between Pakistani and Indian fighters not only fueled the storied sports rivalry between the two nations but also elevated the significance of BRAVE CF 85. The event has been hailed as a pivotal moment for MMA in Pakistan, with local fighters making their mark on the global stage and positioning the country as a rising force in the sport.

With the success of BRAVE CF 85, Pakistan is solidifying its place in the international MMA community, and the victories by Mashwani and Ali have put the nation’s fighters firmly in the spotlight.