BRAVE CF 108: Historical showdown on ancient grounds

BRAVE Combat Federation makes its Croatian debut on Saturday, 5th September 2026, at the historic Pula Arena in Pula. The nearly 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheatre once hosted gladiatorial contests and will now stage a 10-fight mixed martial arts card.

Croatia becomes the 18th European country and the 39th nation worldwide to host a BRAVE CF event.

Main Event

Andi “Highlight Machine” Vrtačić faces Sofiane Bouafia in a middleweight contest.

Vrtačić is 9-3 and makes his long-awaited BRAVE CF debut in front of his home crowd. The Croatian striker has recorded six knockout victories and built his reputation around dangerous stand-up exchanges.

The hometown setting adds importance to the fight, but it also brings pressure. Vrtačić will attempt to use his striking accuracy and power to produce a statement performance on the promotion’s first night in Croatia.

Bouafia enters with an 8-4 record and brings extensive regional experience. The French-Algerian veteran has won seven of his eight professional victories by stoppage, making him a serious threat to end Vrtačić’s homecoming abruptly.

Bouafia is known for relentless pressure and a willingness to force opponents into difficult exchanges. Vrtačić will want to establish his range early, while Bouafia will look to close the distance and turn the fight into a sustained physical battle.

Co-Main Event

Former BRAVE CF bantamweight champion Stephen “The Sniper” Loman returns against Georgian contender Lasha Abramishvili.

Loman is one of the most important fighters in the promotion’s history. He was BRAVE CF’s inaugural bantamweight champion and held the title for a record 1,179 days, making four successful defences.

Abramishvili enters with a 12-2-1 record and is unbeaten under the BRAVE CF banner at 4-0. The Georgian contender is attempting to establish himself as the leading fighter in the division.

The winner is widely expected to challenge next for the vacant BRAVE CF Bantamweight World Championship, giving the co-main event immediate title implications.

Loman brings championship experience and a proven record at the highest level of the promotion. Abramishvili has momentum, a strong overall record, and the opportunity to defeat a former champion in a major career-defining fight.

Full Fight Card

BRAVE CF 108 features 10 scheduled bouts involving international competitors and prospects from the Balkan region.

The supplied information confirms the following featured contests:

Andi Vrtačić vs. Sofiane Bouafia, middleweight.

Stephen Loman vs. Lasha Abramishvili, bantamweight.

The remaining eight fights include a mixture of international talent and prominent Balkan prospects, but the individual matchups were not included in the supplied card information.

Event Outlook

BRAVE CF 108 combines historic surroundings with meaningful divisional stakes. Vrtačić will attempt to make a successful promotional debut in front of his home supporters, while Bouafia has the experience and finishing record to spoil the occasion.

Loman vs. Abramishvili carries the clearest championship implications. A victory for either fighter could lead directly to a bout for the vacant bantamweight title, making the contest one of the most important fights on the card.