Supreme Council for Youth and Sports first deputy chairman and Bahrain Mixed Martial Arts Federation (BMMAF) honorary president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa said Bahrain’s fighters are strong and tough and are qualified to compete in international events.
The kingdom is hosting the Brave International Combat Week, which includes the World Mixed Martial Arts Championship, until Sunday under the patronage of His Majesty the King’s representative for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The event is organised by BMMAF and Shaikh Khalid’s Media Office under the supervision of International Mixed Martial Arts Federation.
Shaikh Khalid stressed the importance of Bahrain hosting various international tournaments which helps establish the kingdom’s position on the international sports scene.
Shaikh Khalid said: “Those who have followed the second day of the tournament will know that Bahrain’s organisation is the best in all respects. The fights are becoming tougher and its difficult to predict the title winner. Everyone is strong and courageous and has set his sights on clinching the title.”
Speaking about the national team, Shaikh Khalid reiterated his confidence in the fighters. “The Bahrain team has strong and tough fighters and they have the international experience to compete for the championship titles and we look forward to Bahrain having a good share of world championships. We know the championship is difficult but we trust the capabilities of our fighters and their keenness to honour Bahrain.
“I have followed with great interest the progress of the fighters on the second day of the championship, and our fighters have achieved important victories leading them to the second round. Some fighters have been excellent but were not lucky in claiming victory. We wish them success in upcoming bouts.”
Meanwhile, Shaikh Khalid has directed that the gates of Khalifa Sports City Stadium be open to the public for free so that fans can enjoy the fights among players around the world and also support the fighters.