Born in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, mixed martial artist Matheus Nicolau, 26, had a childhood that was different from that of most kids in Brazil. But there was one thing he had in common with all of them, which was his love for football. From football to jiu-jitsu Like nine out of ten boys … Continue reading Belo Horizonte native Matheus Nicolau’s journey from football to jiu-jitsu to MMA
Ex-UFC fighter Matheus Nicolau joins girlfriend Luana Pinheiro in Brave CF
Matheus Nicolau, 26, of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil is about to make his Brave Combat Federation debut. His girlfriend Luana Pinheiro, 25, joined the Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion in 2018. Pinheiro made her Brave CF debut on April 13, 2018 at "Brave 11" at the Mineirao Stadium's Terrace in Belo Horizonte where she … Continue reading Ex-UFC fighter Matheus Nicolau joins girlfriend Luana Pinheiro in Brave CF
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Felipe Efrain to face Brave CF debutante Matheus Nicolau at ‘Brave 25’ in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Brave Combat Federation will hold “Brave 25” at the Minas Tenis Clube Arena in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil on August 30, 2019. In the co-main event of the evening, Felipe Efrain, 25, of Sao Paulo, Brazil will face promotional debutante Matheus Nicolau, 26, of Belo Horizonte in the bantamweight division. A truly international fighter, Efrain has … Continue reading Felipe Efrain to face Brave CF debutante Matheus Nicolau at ‘Brave 25’ in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Belo Horizonte’s Cleiton Silva’s journey from street fights to martial arts
Cleiton “Predator” Silva, 33, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil looks to become the latest Brazilian mixed martial artist to win a world title for Brave Combat Federation. Born and raised in Belo Horizonte, he recently shared his story particularly on how he has turned to martial arts in order to save his own life. Silva … Continue reading Belo Horizonte’s Cleiton Silva’s journey from street fights to martial arts
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Brazil’s Klidson de Abreu is still Brave CF Light Heavyweight Champion
Klidson de Abreu, 25, defended his Brave CF Light Heavyweight title against Matt Baker at "Brave CF 11" in Brazil. He has 11 wins and 2 losses. Baker, fighting from Canada, has a record of 14 wins, 9 losses and 2 No Contests. De Abreu became champion after defeating Timo Feucht at "Brave 8." Baker's SFL bouts included a win and a No Contest.
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Ex-UFC fighter Lucas Martins is interim Brave CF Lightweight Champion
On April 13, 2018, former Ultimate Fighting Championship fighter Lucas “Mineiro” Martins, 29, became the new interim lightweight champion of Brave Combat Federation. He earned the belt by defeating Luan “Miau” Santiago, 23, in the main event of “Brave CF 11,” which took place at Terrace, Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The … Continue reading Ex-UFC fighter Lucas Martins is interim Brave CF Lightweight Champion
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‘Brave CF 11’ results: Luan Santiago vs Lucas Martins in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
promotion: Brave Combat Federation (Brave CF) title: “Brave CF 11” venue: Terrace, Mineirao Stadium, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil date: April 13, 2018 Carlos Kremer, Bruno Malfacine, Mohammed Shahid, Wanderlei Silva, Rafael Pereira PRELIMINARY CARD Arnold Quero vs. Caio Gregório DIVISION: Featherweight WINNER: ARNOLD QUERO METHOD: Unanimous Decision ROUNDS: 3 Elaine Leal vs. Luana Pinheiro … Continue reading ‘Brave CF 11’ results: Luan Santiago vs Lucas Martins in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Wanderlei Silva, Mohammed Shahid grace ‘Brave 11’ weigh-ins in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
The official weigh-ins for “Brave 11” were hosted by Brave Combat Federation at Ouro Minas Palace Hotel, where Brazilian MMA legend Wanderlei Silva and president Mohammed Shahid presided. The event featured Brazilian and Middle Eastern fighters, with the highlight being Lucas Martins vs. Luan Santiago for the interim lightweight championship. The event showcased the promotion's first women's strawweight bout in Brazil.
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Brazil’s Gesias Cavalcante, Erivan Pereira to fight in Brave CF event in Belo Horizonte
The “Brave 11” main card features Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante, a pioneer and champion of multiple mixed martial arts promotions. He will face his fellow Brazilian MMA fighter Erivan “Negao” Pereira in the lightweight division. Brave Combat Federation will hold "Brave 11" at the Mineirao Stadium Terrace in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil on April 13, 2018. This … Continue reading Brazil’s Gesias Cavalcante, Erivan Pereira to fight in Brave CF event in Belo Horizonte
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Brazil’s Bruno Malfacine, Rafael Pereira to fight in Brave CF event in Belo Horizonte
Nine-time International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) World Championship gold medalist Bruno Malfacine of Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil will make his Brave Combat Federation debut at "Brave 11". He will compete in the flyweight division against Rafael Pereira of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. Malfacine is one of the greatest competitors in Jiu-Jitsu history. With nine … Continue reading Brazil’s Bruno Malfacine, Rafael Pereira to fight in Brave CF event in Belo Horizonte
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