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BRAVE CF Unveils Nominees For 2025 Knockout Of The Year
Jan 19, 2026
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2025 has already etched unforgettable moments into the annals of mixed martial arts history.
From jaw-dropping precision to lightning-fast finishes, BRAVE Combat Federation has been the stage for some of the most spectacular stoppages the sport has ever seen.
Now, the world’s fastest-growing and most global MMA organization invites fans to celebrate these extraordinary moments as it announces the nominees for the coveted Knockout of the Year.
Muhammad Mokaev
Muhammad “The Punisher” Mokaev solidified his status as a generational talent at BRAVE 100 in November.
In the co-headliner against Gerard “The Animal” Burns, the Dagestani-born Englishman dissected his opponent with surgical precision. After a calculated first round, Mokaev unleashed a devastating head kick followed by a thunderous left hook that ended the fight in just over a round.
This flawless combination crowned him as BRAVE CF’s first-ever Flyweight World Champion and etched his name into the promotion’s history books.
Relive the moment here.
Plamen Penchev
Plamen Penchev made an unforgettable debut on the global stage at BRAVE CF 97 in July, showcasing the raw power that has earned him a reputation as a knockout artist.
Facing France’s Sofiane Bouafia, Penchev needed only 54 seconds to earn his nomination in this category. A looping right hand sent his opponent crashing to the canvas, igniting the Bulgarian crowd in Burgas Arena.
Penchev’s explosive maiden appearance under the bright lights served as a statement that his name will be synonymous with one-punch destruction in the talent-filled middleweight division.
Relive the moment here.
Ricards Ozols
Latvia’s Ricards “Lionheart” Ozols announced his arrival under the promotion’s banner at BRAVE CF 99 this past October with a performance worthy of highlight reels.
Against Georgia’s Tornike “Duras” Gigauri, Ozols weathered early grappling exchanges before delivering a picture-perfect head kick, followed by a flurry of short punches that left his opponent unable to continue.
Ozols’ thunderous knockout not only earned him victory but also signaled the presence of a new middleweight force in BRAVE CF.
Relive the moment here.
Murad Guseinov
Bahraini powerhouse Murad Guseinov extended his unbeaten streak at BRAVE CF 101: KHK Legacy II last November, dispatching Iraqi fighter Ali Hussein Nedal in a mere 32 seconds.
Guseinov’s right hook and follow-up strike on the mat secured his tenth career stoppage, demonstrating precision, speed, and unmatched ferocity.
This brief but unforgettable campaign reinforced Guseinov’s position as one of BRAVE CF’s most lethal finishers.
Relive the moment here.
Fans now have the chance to decide which of these scintillating finishes will claim the crown. Voting for the 2025 Knockout of the Year is open through BRAVE CF’s official social media channels, giving supporters around the world the opportunity to have their say in honoring MMA’s most breathtaking moments.
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