MMA – BRAVE Combat Federation is heading to Zhengzhou, China, for BRAVE CF 98 on September 19, and Africa’s own Nicholas ‘The Saint’ Hwende will feature in a high-stakes co-main event showdown.
The former BRAVE CF bantamweight world champion, who hails from Zimbabwe and is based in South Africa, is set to lock horns with China’s Bin ‘The Stalker’ Xie in a special featherweight contest.
The bout will be contested over three rounds and carries added prestige, as the winner will walk away with the YFU International Championship, a one-off title presented by BRAVE CF’s local co-promoter, YFU.
While not an official world title fight, the unique prize adds intrigue to an already compelling clash of styles.
Hwende, being one of Africa’s finest mixed martial artists, will move up to featherweight for this special assignment, marking his return to competition since his successful run at bantamweight.
Hwende captured the imagination of fans across the continent during his rise to becoming the BRAVE CF bantamweight champion, showcasing his sharp striking, relentless pace, and unshakable composure under pressure.
Against Xie, a Chinese standout who thrives on forward pressure and explosive combinations, fans can expect a battle of precision, aggression, and determination.
The night will be headlined by the BRAVE CF interim featherweight world championship bout between Ukraine’s Omar Solomanov and Kazakhstan’s Rauan Bekbolat, with Hwende versus Xie serving as the perfect penultimate bout to set the stage.
For African mixed martial arts fans, Hwende’s return represents another milestone moment in the continent’s growing presence on the world stage.
A victory in Zhengzhou would further cement his legacy as one of BRAVE CF’s most exciting athletes, while also showcasing Africa’s continued impact on global mixed martial arts.
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