MMA – THE Brave Combat Federation light heavyweight division could soon have a new number one contender, and his name is Mohamed ‘L’Ambiance’ Said Maalem.
The proud Algerian steps back into the spotlight tomorrow when he headlines Brave CF 97 against Bulgaria’s Kaloyan Kolev at the Burgas Arena in Burgas, Bulgaria.
For Said Maalem, this isn’t just another main event. This is a pivotal moment in a career resurgence that has seen the veteran fighter reclaim his place among the elite of the 205-pound ranks.
Holding a professional record of 14 wins, the Algerian has built critical momentum with recent back-to-back victories, positioning himself as the number two-ranked light heavyweight in the Brave CF standings.
Said Maalem’s mission in Burgas is clear: silence the hometown crowd and lock in a long-awaited shot at the Brave CF light heavyweight world title.
Fighting out of Switzerland while proudly representing Algeria on the international stage, Said Maalem has long been one of African mixed martial arts’ (MMA) most respected and battle-tested athletes. Known for his ferocious striking and veteran fight IQ, he has navigated one of the most competitive divisions in Brave CF and emerged as a dangerous threat to anyone standing in his path.
Standing opposite him is Bulgaria’s own Kaloyan Kolev, who is a tough and gritty competitor with the home crowd firmly behind him. The atmosphere at the Burgas Arena will undoubtedly favour the hometown hero, but Said Maalem has made a career out of spoiling homecomings and derailing hype trains, and he will certainly look to do the same tomorrow.
Victory in Bulgaria won’t just extend Said Maalem’s winning streak to three, but it would also leave little to no doubt about who deserves the next crack at the light heavyweight championship, currently held by Erko Jun.
As fight night approaches, all eyes will be on the Burgas Arena as Said Maalem looks to stake his claim for a world title shot and bring pride to Algeria.
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