Brave Combat Federation (BRAVE CF) is a Bahrain-based mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion founded in 2016 by Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa with Mohammed Shahid as its president. The organization has rapidly grown into one of the most international MMA promotions in the world, featuring fighters from more than 80 nations and hosting events across dozens of countries on multiple continents. Its live shows are broadcast globally through various media partners, helping to expand MMA’s reach while giving talent from emerging regions a global stage.
BRAVE CF is known for its global expansion strategy — holding events in locations ranging from Europe and Asia to Africa and the Middle East — and has repeatedly set records as the most hosted MMA organization worldwide. This breadth of events aims to grow local MMA scenes while bringing diverse fighters into international competition. The promotion also continues to elevate action inside the cage with championship fights and rising stars on its cards.