Paul Abraham Day 6 of the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships ended with more medals for Russia as the nation took lead of the gold medal tally, while Armenia’s Rafik Aleksanyan was one of the standout performers in Abu Dhabi, winning six fights on his way to featherweight division gold. For his final three bouts, […]
Paul Abraham Day 5 of the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships saw several familiar faces return to the podium in Abu Dhabi. Flyweight ruler Bella Adams and Strawweight force Shokboz Abdukhakimov added new titles to their records, while Slovakia’s Maria Scali finally secured world gold. Adams became a three-time IMMAF World Champion as England’s leading […]
Day 4 of the IMMAF Youth World Championships saw the Youth B competition continue in Abu Dhabi. Zlata Klein was one of the big names of the day. The Ukrainian claimed another gold medal to become a four-time IMMAF Youth World Champion, submitting each and every opponent and concluding the tournament with a stunning leg […]
Paul Abraham The first wave of Youth B world champions were crowned on Day 3 with more to come on Thursday in Abu Dhabi. Another world title went to Ukraine, one of MMA’s foremost nations for youth development, as Karyna Kolezhuk added yet another gold medal to her IMMAF collection and Ireland’s Cameron Geraghty showcased […]
Paul Abraham Tajikistan took the lead on Day 2 of the IMMAF Youth World Championships. The nation claimed four Youth C world titles and continued its strong run in Abu Dhabi. Ramazon Faizulloev (34kg), Abdurahmon Makhmadyorov (40 kg), Bilol Akhmedov (48 kg) and Umar Ismonov (52 kg) all finished on top of the podium to […]
Paul Abraham The 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships got underway in Abu Dhabi on Monday, August 18. The first Youth D world champions were crowned on the opening day of competition, with over 1,250 athletes competing throughout the week. Anthony Demellweek was one of the standout performers on Day 1. The English youngster won all […]
Over the past two days, IMMAF Vice President Wissam Abi Nader and I met with His Excellency Abdulmunem Al Hashmi, President of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, together with the Local Organising Committee responsible for hosting this year’s IMMAF Youth World Championships. We had very positive and productive discussions covering preparations for […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) Competition Bidding Commission has officially released an updated Championship Bid Book, providing National Federations with a comprehensive framework to apply to host future IMMAF Championships. The updated bid structure reflects IMMAF’s continued commitment to delivering world-class amateur MMA events while supporting the sustainable growth of the sport through […]
RDX Sports has renewed its partnership with the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation for 2026, continuing its role as the organisation’s official equipment supplier and partner. The renewal was confirmed during the 2026 IMMAF European Championships in Belgrade, where RDX equipment was used throughout the event by athletes, coaches, referees, officials, and medical teams. IMMAF […]
Hasan Khan As Serbia prepares to host the IMMAF European Championships the occasion places a natural spotlight on the nation’s athletes. Among them stands a fighter whose journey already reflects the full value of the IMMAF pathway. Nikolija Milošević is a two-time IMMAF Senior World Champion and IMMAF European Champion and remains the only Serbian […]
Timur Bobylev made history for Czech MMA on the world stage, becoming the first-ever European Youth Champion for the Czech Republic, at the 2026 IMMAF European Championships, taking place from 5-15 February. Representing the national team of the Czech Association of MMA (CSMMA), at the largest European Championships to date with over 1000 athletes, 13-year-old […]
By João Vitor Xavier The 2025 IMMAF World Championships came to a thrilling close in Tbilisi, Georgia, as Day 6 delivered an unforgettable finale to an extraordinary week of competition. The Senior Finals showcased world-class performances across the board, once again proving that the future of mixed martial arts is in exceptional hands. Team Bahrain’s […]
By João Vitor Xavier Day 5 of the 2025 IMMAF World Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia, delivered a truly historic evening of competition. The Junior Finals featured a series of thrilling performances that will leave a lasting impression on amateur MMA fans around the world. Ukraine’s Mariia Klein continued her incredible streak of submission victories, capturing […]
By João Vitor Xavier The IMMAF World Championships has evolved in recent years into the leading pathway for female fighters to hone their skills ahead of successful professional careers. From UFC title challenger Manon Fiorot to the likes of Amanda Ribas, Sabrinna de Sousa, and Michelle Montague, IMMAF has provided a clear route for women […]
By João Vitor Xavier The 2025 IMMAF World Championships continued in full stride as Day 3 of competition unfolded in Tbilisi, Georgia. The host nation had plenty to celebrate, with standout performances led by Giorgi Imerlishvili, who shone on the sport’s biggest amateur proving ground. Imerlishvili secured a tremendous KO victory over Team Poland’s Marek […]
By João Vitor Xavier The 2025 IMMAF World Championships continue to gather momentum as Day 2 delivered outstanding performances across the board in Tbilisi, Georgia. Rising athletes from around the globe competed on the sport’s brightest amateur stage, showcasing just how bright the future of MMA truly is. Alisher Kadyraliev kicked off his defence of […]
By João Vitor Xavier Day 1 of the 2025 IMMAF World Championships is in the books, and the athletes have set an incredible pace for a talent-filled week of amateur mixed martial arts in Tbilisi, Georgia. The Round of 32 matchups across 14 categories offered a bright glimpse into the future of the sport. Highlighted […]
Team USA are looking to make a splash at the IMMAF World Championships, building on the success achieved by their younger athletes at the Youth World Championships in July. The 2025 world team roster has been revealed, featuring many new faces that are eager to take the amateur world by storm. Leading the line, however, […]
By João Vitor Xavier The grassroots growth of MMA in Europe has accelerated rapidly in recent years, with nations across the continent investing heavily to raise the sport’s standards. That commitment was on full display at this year’s IMMAF Youth World Championships. A total of 19 European nations returned home with at least one medal, […]
By João Vitor Xavier The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships proved to be a tournament to remember for the Pan-American nations. Traditional powerhouses in professional MMA, Brazil and the United States, delivered strong performances, while Team Mexico exceeded expectations with a breakout campaign of their own. Before the tournament, Ubaldo Marroquin, President of the Mexican […]
By João Vitor Xavier The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships concluded last Sunday following seven days of non-stop action, offering MMA fans worldwide an exciting glimpse into the sport’s future. From remarkable national team performances to record-breaking social media reach and athlete participation, this year’s event in Al Ain stands as the largest and most […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships concluded in style after seven days of non-stop action. Hundreds of athletes converged in Al Ain to showcase the future of mixed martial arts, and they left a lasting impression. From an unforgettable duel between Ukraine and England to the crowning of several new world champions and the cementing […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships entered its penultimate day with six divisions in action, showcasing the next generation of talent from across the globe. Once again, young athletes delivered a compelling glimpse into the future of mixed martial arts. Tremendous performances continued as Team England drew level with Ukraine on overall gold medals, thanks […]
Day 5 of the 2025 IMMAF World Championships concluded in style with the first batch of Youth A categories putting on tremendous performances throughout the day. Five different nations were awarded world titles in the five divisions that saw action. Tajikistan, Romania, and Uzbekistan all earned Gold medals, as Team England and Team Ukraine are […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships continued at the Al Ain Convention Centre, in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, with a showcase of the international flavour of the competition. Out of nine categories in action, eight different nations won a Gold medal, highlighting the incredible global reach of the IMMAF. South Africa, Serbia, the United States, […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships continued at full speed this Wednesday, July 23. The Youth B categories were introduced, with more drama, world-class MMA action and a clear vision of what sports fans can expect in years to come. Youth athletes from all over the world competed across eight weight classes, leaving an indelible […]
Day 2 of the 2025 Youth World Championships showcased exactly why the tournament is a key component of the MMA calendar for the stars of tomorrow. With Youth C in action at the Al Ain Convention Centre, in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE, young athletes from all over the world had the opportunity to test […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships kicked off with the debut of the Youth D division on the world stage. Taking place in Al Ain, the next generation of MMA stars tested themselves against the very best from around the globe. Team England topped the medal table, claiming six gold medals and four bronze. Among […]
By João Vitor Xavier A former UFC title challenger, Joe Stevenson currently serves as the president of US Fight League, the American MMA federation under the umbrella of IMMAF. However, as a coach himself, the former fighter is shaping the next generation of mixed martial artists and is hands-on during the preparation of Team USA […]
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships are set to be the largest youth amateur MMA event in history, as rising talents from around the world gather to compete for the prestige of IMMAF gold. This year, IMMAF returns to the United Arab Emirates, with the Championships taking place for the first time at the Al […]
By Frank Bonada The 2025 IMMAF Africa Championships heralded a bright future for African MMA, with the level of competition reaching new heights. Hosted by the Angolan MMA Federation, athletes across the Youth, Junior, Senior, and newly introduced Masters divisions showcased that African MMA now stands shoulder-to-shoulder with its European, Asian, and Pan-American counterparts. Host […]
By Frank Bonada Day two of the 2025 IMMAF Africa Championships saw Youth A athletes take centre stage in Luanda, Angola, delivering another thrilling day of competition. After going without medals on day one, Team South Africa rebounded impressively, securing three gold medals with standout submission performances. Caitey Karagiannidis set the tone for the team, […]
By Frank Bonada The 2025 IMMAF Africa Championships opened in Luanda with the Youth B and C divisions competing for the honour of continental gold. Host nation Angola made a strong statement, topping the medals table with a series of standout performances. Among the highlights was 13-year-old Gisela Luna, who solidified her reputation as one […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is proud to announce that the 2025 IMMAF World Championships will take place in Tbilisi, Georgia this September. The event marks the beginning of a three-year hosting agreement with the Georgian Mixed Martial Arts National Federation. IMMAF President Kerrith Brown shared the following statement: “On behalf of the […]
By Murdo Todd With the 2025 IMMAF Africa Championships fast approaching, Team Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is finalising preparations for what promises to be another strong showing on the continental stage. Hoping to build on their strong showing at the 2024 Africa Championships, where they secured five medals (2x gold, 1x silver, 2x bronze), […]
By Hasan Khan The 2025 IMMAF European Championships reached its apex as the Senior Finals delivered a night of seismic shifts, technical brilliance, and statement victories. Established names cemented their dominance, while new champions emerged, etching their names into the sport’s history. Ukraine’s Anna Hyria, reigning Atomweight World and European Champion, moved up to Strawweight, […]
By Hasan Khan The IMMAF 2025 Junior Finals delivered a spectacle of technical mastery and unshakable will. Each bout was a proving ground where raw talent met refined skill, and champions emerged through moments of tactical brilliance. Poland’s Julia Glaz retained her Atomweight crown in commanding fashion against Ukraine’s Polina Oleksiienko. Oleksiienko opened with fast […]
By Hasan Khan As the 2025 IMMAF European Championships near their climax, the cage becomes a proving ground where champions evolve, legacies rewritten, and rising contenders carve their place in history. The stakes have never been higher, and the battles never fiercer. Finland’s Sani Brannfors delivered a performance that defied expectation, abandoning her usual grappling-heavy […]
By Hasan Khan The Belgrade crowd roared as the Junior semi-finals set the stage for another uncompromising day at the IMMAF European Championships, with the Senior quarter-finals delivering a wave of thrilling finishes. IMMAF veteran Kiya O’Sullivan delivered another flawless performance in the Senior Flyweight division, cementing her reputation as one of Ireland’s finest. A […]
By Hasan Khan Day 5 of the 2025 IMMAF European Championships delivered explosive action, as the Junior quarter-finals intensified, while the Senior divisions witnessed a plethora of stunning finishes. Poland’s flyweight dynamo Malgorzata Popowicz wasted no time in dismantling Germany’s multi-medalist Katharina Roesen. Demonstrating pinpoint accuracy and lightning footwork, Popowicz landed a rapid suplex before […]
By Hasan Khan Day four of the 2025 European Championships delivered a thrilling start to the Junior and Senior divisions, setting the stage for high-stakes clashes with multiple TKOs, breakthrough victories from fresh-faced competitors, and the dethroning of reigning champions. Team Slovakia seized the spotlight, with three first-time IMMAF contenders making a dominant entrance onto […]
By Hasan Khan Day 3 of the 2025 IMMAF European Championships delivered a day of remarkable performances, shattering expectations and showcasing the impressive depth of talent within the Youth A divisions. With thrilling victories, unexpected upsets, and the emergence of new champions. Poland’s Ksawery Mosing made a statement in the men’s Strawweight division, successfully defending […]
Excitement surged on Day 2 of the 2025 IMMAF European Championships as the Youth B athletes followed up yesterday’s galvanizing performances with their own remarkable displays of talent and determination. Competing on home turf, Serbia’s Amir Karisik made an immediate impact in the men’s Featherweight division. In his debut appearance, Karisik showcased a seamless combination […]
The 2025 IMMAF European Championships kicked off in spectacular fashion in Belgrade, Serbia, with the highly anticipated Youth divisions taking centre stage. This year marked a significant milestone as the youngest category, Youth D (10–11 years), made its historic debut, further cementing IMMAF’s commitment to the development of grassroots MMA. Meanwhile, Youth C (12–13 years) […]
By Murdo Todd With under two weeks to go until the 2025 IMMAF European Championships kicks off, over 800 of the finest amateur fighters from across the continent are wrapping up their preparation. Germany, fielding a team of 23 strong, will be travelling to Belgrade with a mix of IMMAF veterans and fresh talent, all […]
By Cauley Quilty Excitement is at an all-time high as fans eagerly await one of amateur MMA’s premier annual events, the 2025 IMMAF European Championships. This year’s event takes place in Belgrade, Serbia from the 14th to 23rd of February, with all the action broadcast live on IMMAF.TV. Team Ireland will be looking to kick […]
Location: Kingdom of Bahrain – Khalifa Sports City Dates: 14th – 15th December Event Categories: Youth A, B & C The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is thrilled to announce its return to the Kingdom of Bahrain for the 2024 IMMAF Asian Youth Championships. Following the incredible success of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships, […]
Belgrade, Serbia – Ranko Žeravica Sports Hall Dates: 14 – 23 February 2025 Event Categories: Masters, Senior, Junior & Youth Tournaments Following the landmark 2024 IMMAF World Championships, the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) proudly kicks off the year with the announcement of its first major event: the 2025 IMMAF European Championships. This prestigious […]
On behalf of the IMMAF Board and our CEO, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to every member of the IMMAF staff, volunteers, and the exceptional team at the Uzbekistan MMA Federation. Your hard work and commitment made this landmark event possible. A special thank you goes to our partners—UFC, BRAVE, RDX, all […]
By Jorden Curran The journey of Ireland’s Amy Scully at the 2024 IMMAF World Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, culminated in a sensational achievement as the junior atomweight contender secured the gold medal for the second consecutive year. Amy started her 2024 World Championships campaign with punch perfect momentum, securing a TKO stoppage against Uzbekistan’s Munisa […]
By Jorden Curran In a powerful testament to Uzbekistan’s growing influence in global combat sports, the nation took first place in the 2024 IMMAF World Championships medal standings. Hosted from November 5-10 in Tashkent, the championship showcased Uzbekistan’s largest-ever MMA team, with an impressive 70 athletes across junior and senior divisions. This achievement follows Uzbekistan’s stellar […]
By Frank Bonada The final day of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships saw the top junior athletes from across the globe competing for the honour of IMMAF gold. In a series of high level bouts, reigning champions and fresh contenders alike battled for their place in amateur MMA history. The opening bout featured an eagerly […]
Day 5 of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships saw IMMAF’s finest compete in the Senior Finals, delivering high-stakes battles and historic achievements. Finland’s Sani Brännfors cemented her legacy in the Women’s Bantamweight division by defeating Spain’s Mercedes Custodio with a rear-naked choke, making her the first female athlete to clinch gold across all IMMAF levels: […]
By Frank Bonada Day 4 of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships brought fierce competition once again as athletes competed relentlessly for a coveted spot in the World Championship finals. The day was marked by unexpected upsets, with several reigning world and continental champions falling, clearing the way for a new wave of amateur talent. Among […]
By Frank Bonada Day 3 of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan once again raised the bar, as athletes competed for coveted semi-final spots, with standout performances across multiple divisions. 2023 Atomweight World Champion Amy Scully (Ireland) started her campaign in commanding form, securing a first-round victory to advance. Meanwhile, her potential final-round […]
By Frank Bonada The excitement intensified on Day 2 of the 2024 IMMAF World Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where major upsets and rising stars took the spotlight, reshaping the competition landscape. 2023 IMMAF Silver Medalist Malik Basahel (Saudi Arabia) was in exceptional form. Having competeted three times as an amateur for PFL, Basahel returned to […]
By Frank Bonada The 2024 IMMAF World Championships launched in spectacular fashion at Tashkent’s Humo Arena, welcoming a global audience to the year’s premier amateur MMA event. In a day that primarily showcased top-tier debut talent, IMMAF veterans Souhil Arezki (France) and Patrik Kutil (Czech Republic) seized the spotlight. Both Arezki, the 2023 IMMAF World […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is proud to announce a new initiative that empowers athletes to provide valuable feedback on their event experiences. Athletes competing at IMMAF events will now have the opportunity to share their insights, helping shape future improvements. The athlete feedback survey, spearheaded by IMMAF Development Consultant Jorden Curran in […]
By Frank Bonada Day 6 of the 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championships concluded in spectacular fashion, with athletes from across the Americas battling for the coveted title of Pan American Champion. In a thrilling day of finals, Teams USA, Mexico, and Brazil dominated the podium, whilst Uruguay, Peru and Jamaica Team USA impressed across both […]
By Frank Bonada Day 5 of the 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championships saw the next generation of South and North American amateur MMA athletes go head to head for a spot in tomorrow’s finals. Team USA got off to a strong start, with Irann Orozco leading the charge in the Women’s Junior Atomweight division. She […]
By Frank Bonada On Day 4 of the 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championships, fans from around the world tuned in to witness the rising stars of Pan American MMA showcase their talents in front of a lively Mexican crowd. The action kicked off with the first Junior bout of the tournament, where Alejandro Cantu Rodriguez […]
The finals of the 2024 IMMAF Asian Championships served fans with the finest action in amateur MMA this Thursday, August 22, in Lahore, Pakistan. And the women involved stole the men’s thunder putting on amazing shows and being the highlight of the final day of competitions. Starting in the Atomweight division with Bano Butt, from […]
The excitement for the premier amateur tournament in Asian MMA continues at an all-time high, with 38 bouts taking over Lahore, Pakistan, with several incredible performances highlighting the truly growing technical prowess of Asian amateur athletes. The festival of stoppages was led by 2023 Asian champion, Tajikistan’s Ibrohim Rahimzod (pictured), who had a picture-perfect spinning-back […]
After two bouts made up Day 1, the 2024 edition of the Asian IMMAF Championships began in earnest with 33 matches taking fans all over Asia with a series of displays from the continent’s finest young athletes, assembled in beautiful Lahore, Pakistan. Tajikistan were the big winners of Day 2 with 11 overall victories, including […]
After five fantastic days of fighting, the third IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi came to a close with an exhilarating final day. Finalising the Youth A category, we saw Serbia, Slovakia and the Czech Republic claim their first medals of the tournament, whilst South Africa and Spain claimed their first gold. Girls Kicking […]
As President of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation, I am proud to have returned to the UAE for the fourth time in our history. This Championship marks the third year running that the Youth World Championships have taken place in collaboration with the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation. With 850 athletes from […]
In the penultimate day of the Youth World Championships, our fighters put on one hell of a show. The Youth A category athletes took to the fighting area in style as teams from across the world showcased their talent. We had first medals of the competition for Spain, South Africa and Finland, and we enjoyed […]
The IMMAF Youth World Championships returned for another day of fighting action at the Mubadala Arena as the rest of Youth B took to the ring. 34 more medals were up for grabs, and our athletes didn’t disappoint. We had first medals of the tournament for Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, as well as a […]
After an action-packed opening day, the Youth World Championships returned to the Mubadala Arena for another scintillating flurry of fights. Our athletes from the Youth B category took to the ring from 10am until 5pm to earn their chance at stardom. A further 26 medals were handed out during today’s proceedings. Ukraine reached the podium […]
We had an action packed first day of the IMMAF Youth World Championships which was filled with excitement, elation, heartbreak, sportsmanship, and talent. Athletes from over 19 countries, within Youth group C, took to the ring between 10am-6pm to fight it out for glory in the Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. A spectacular opening ceremony […]
The Youth World Championships have returned to Abu Dhabi for the third year running. 10am GST on August 6th, 2024, will mark the beginning of what we hope will be a record-breaking edition of the championships. Today, teams flocked to the Millenium hotel to complete their registration of their athletes and coaches. Youth male and […]
Abu Dhabi will be hosting the next three editions of the IMMAF Youth World Championships The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) and the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation have announced a three-year extension for the UAE to host the IMMAF Youth World Championships. This announcement was made during a press conference in […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has announced that the 2024 IMMAF Asian Championships will take place during BRAVE International Combat Week from August 18 to 22 in Lahore, Pakistan. Pakistan follows the likes of Bahrain, Colombia, and Serbia to host the marquee event and this will be the first BRAVE International Combat Week […]
Following last year’s successful Championships in Luanda, Angola, it was another fruitful tournament for IMMAF’s African Championships which concluded earlier this month. Hosted in Windhoek, Namibia, 161 athletes from across the continent battled it out for glory over a four-day period. It was the first time ever that the African Championships hosted Youth brackets at the competition, further proof of IMMAF’s dedication to providing a pathway for […]
The 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championships in Monterrey, Mexico, will include Youth Tournament for the first time in the continental event’s history. The 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championships will make history by introducing its inaugural Youth Tournament, following the example set by other continental tournaments like the IMMAF Asian, African and European Championships. Scheduled to […]
The five-day event will run from August 6–10 at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. Preparations for the 2024 edition of the IMMAF Youth World Championships, scheduled from August 6–10 at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, are in full swing as announced this week by the IMMAF and the organizing committee for […]
The 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championship is scheduled to kickstart in August in Mexico The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has announced the dates for the 2024 IMMAF Pan American Championship. The event will be held in Monterrey, Mexico, from August 31 to September 7, and will showcase some of the top amateur MMA […]
The Armenian National Federation has begun its preparations for the IMMAF Youth World Championships. The MMA Federation of Armenia organized the Armenian MMA Championship on May 28 and 29 in Yerevan, Dinamo, with nearly 300 athletes participating. Led by Garegin Aghabalyan, president of the MMA Federation of Armenia, the event served as a huge platform […]
The stage was all set for Matias Monteiro to unify both African Featherweight titles. But an injury prevented his crowning moment, which opened the way for Jeremie Likobele to be the star of the last day of competitions for the 2024 IMMAF African Championships. Also coming in to unify his division, after winning Junior Lightweight […]
It was a passing of the crown moment for Team Angola, as 2023 Junior Featherweight champion Matias Monteiro (winner above) overcame the challenge of countryman and 2023 Senior Featherweight champion Clelio Diogo to move on to the final. This Saturday, June 1, in the final day of the 2024 IMMAF African Championship, Monteiro will have […]
Day 3 of the 2024 IMMAF African Championships was full of expectations in Windhoek, Namibia, as the promised Champion vs Champion between 2023 Flyweight champion Damian Muller and 2022 & 2023 Bantamweight champion Maurio Silva didn’t disappoint. With a dominant performance, Muller came out victorious with a second-round TKO. Against an original Bantamweight, not only […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has announced a new date and a new host nation for the 2024 IMMAF Asian Championships. The biggest continental tournament for amateur MMA is now set to take place between August 18 and August 22, in Lahore, Pakistan. This will be the first time that the IMMAF Asian […]
The writing had been on the wall since Draw Day, but Damian Muller (pictured above as the winner) nevertheless made it official. With a stunning win over Zambia’s Jonathan Banda, the reigning African Flyweight champion from the host country Namibia will now face Maurio Silva in the quarter-final of the 2024 IMMAF African Championships. Silva, […]
Mr. Brown talked about the efforts of National Federations in Africa and the progress that the sport is making in the continent The 2024 edition of the IMMAF African Championship began yesterday with the first-ever Youth African tournament, marking a significant milestone in the development of MMA on the continent. The action from Windhoek, Namibia, […]
When Gisela Luna (pictured with gold medal) used her slick jiu-jitsu to submit Alicia Capita in the opening bout of the 2024 IMMAF African Championships, she might not have known that she was making history. Gisela became the first-ever youth continental champion from Africa out of the IMMAF system in what was a historic day […]
May 28 will be a historic occasion for the sport of mixed martial arts in the African continent. For the first time ever, the biggest continental amateur tournament, the IMMAF African Championships, will host Youth brackets as part of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation’s efforts to continue building a pathway for young athletes to […]
As the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) gears up for the eighth edition of the African Championships, the tournament has truly become the biggest fully amateur event taking place in the African continent hosted under the umbrella of the only WADA-signatory governing body for MMA. And throughout the years, the African Championships has provided […]
Shooting legend Zorana Arunovic (standing in the middle in the photo above) has been impressed with what she has seen during her two-day stay as a Safeguarding Officer of the IMMAF European Championships, in its Youth edition. The tournament ran from March 30 to March 31, with the Junior & Senior editions set to continue from April 2 […]
On behalf of the IMMAF Board & CEO I would like to thank our host, the Serbia MMA federation, Luka Nikolic, President of the Serbian MMA Federation, and his team and congratulate them on hosting an amazing European Championship with the inclusion of the Youth categories for the first time in a continental competition. I […]
IMMAF Featherweight world champion Elias Erber (pictured) is well on his way to joining the likes of Ramazan Gitinov, Sabrina Sousa, Bagdat Zhubanysh, and many more before them as a certified IMMAF legend. This Saturday, in Belgrade, Serbia, ‘’No Time’’ added European gold to an already stacked resume with a hugely dominant performance over Ugo-Antton Vidal, who had a dominant run to […]
One of the biggest storylines coming into the 2024 IMMAF European Championships was in the Junior Light Heavyweight division. All medalists from last year’s world championships were a part of this year’s continental tournament, which meant that a rematch of the final, between world champion Ivan Poremchuck and silver medalist Lukasz Makowski (pictured) could take place. When the duo […]
The upsets flowed freely throughout Belgrade on the third day of competition for Juniors and Seniors at the 2024 IMMAF European Championships as France and Poland earned several big victories to get near the top of the ranking, which was occupied once again by Team Ukraine. In the day’s first bout, Ireland’s Amy Scully, a Youth […]
The 2024 edition of the Junior and Senior European Championships was filled with drama on its second day, as Team Ukraine continued its domination with an incredible tally of 10 wins. But the story of the day included the big wins of Team Germany and Team France as they announced their arrival in style with […]
The 2024 edition of the IMMAF European Championships kicked off last Saturday with the Youth tournament, but this Tuesday it was the time for the Juniors and Seniors to take center stage in the biggest proving ground for amateur MMA. And Team Serbia seems to have taken advantage of being at home to drive themselves […]
The 2024 season for the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has kicked off in Serbia, as the biggest proving ground for amateur MMA landed in Belgrade for the 2024 European Championships, last March 30, for the first-ever Youth continental tournament, which successfully wrapped up last Sunday. Starting this Tuesday, April 2, until next Saturday, […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF), in conjunction with the Serbian MMA Federation, has inaugurated the first-ever Youth continental tournament, as part of the IMMAF European Champions, which kicked off this Saturday, March 30, in Belgrade, Serbia. And in the first day of competition, categories Youth B and Youth C shone on the biggest […]
Registration for the first-ever IMMAF African Championships taking place in Namibia has now opened for all African federations wishing to compete at the ultimate proving ground for amateur mixed martial artists, under the umbrella of the only WADA-signatory governing body for MMA. The 2024 edition of the IMMAF African Championships takes place in Windhoek, Namibia, […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) can today confirm that the 2024 IMMAF World Championships will officially take place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan this October, marking the first time the nation will host an IMMAF event. The news was announced today at a press conference in the capital city of Tashkent in conjunction with the […]
Youth Categories to Be Held Alongside Senior and Junior Tournaments for the Very First Time • Belgrade, Serbia – Ranko Žeravica Sports Hall • 29 March – 6 April 2024• Senior, Junior & Youth Tournaments The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is happy to announce the official scheduling of the 2024 IMMAF European Championships, […]
2024 is shaping up to be the biggest in International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) history with the calendar of Championships now confirmed. Commencing on March 29th, the much-anticipated 2024 IMMAF European Championships will kick off in Belgrade, Serbia. The event, spanning Senior, Junior, and Youth age brackets, promises an exhilarating showcase of top-tier talent. […]
By Frank Bonada On the final day of the 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships, the next wave of Asia’s mixed martial artists faced off for the honour of claiming an IMMAF continental title. IMMAF record breaker Gadzhi Gadzhiev (Bahrain), a standout competitor across Youth, Junior, and Senior divisions, showcased his prowess once again. In the Senior […]
By Frank Bonada The penultimate day of the 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships saw fierce competition amongst Asia’s emerging MMA talents as each athlete looked to secure a coveted spot in the Finals. Kazakhstan once again stole the spotlight as Adilhan Ginayatov delivered the tournament’s standout moment so far, landing a spectacular head kick KO against […]
By Frank Bonada Day 3 of the 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships marked the beginning of the Senior and Junior bouts, as the best of Asia clashed in the Quarter-Finals. Host nation Bahrain, as well as Team Lebanon both topped the power rankings, with three wins apiece. Bahrain’s Mahammat Hissein put on one of the most […]
By Frank Bonada The second day of the 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships unfolded with Youth A athletes vying for a shot at continental gold. Kazakhstan took over Team UAE’s status as the tournament’s dominant force, securing all but two of the available gold medals. A clear standout was Kazakhstan’s new welterweight star, Chingiz Nurakhmetov, who […]
By Frank Bonada The opening day of the 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships commenced with the Youth B and C age brackets, setting the stage for an exciting showcase of amateur mixed martial arts in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The show stealers of the day were undeniably Team UAE, following their highly successful Youth World Championships […]
IMMAF President Kerrith Brown and Board Member Wissam Abi Nader were in attendance for the Saudi Games alongside the Executive Director of the Saudi Federation Abdullah Al-Hazaa. With mixed martial arts included in the Games as a demonstration sport, the IMMAF delegates witnessed the next generation of Saudi mixed martial artists compete on a national […]
By Frank Bonada The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) today announced that the 2023 IMMAF World Championships, held in Tirana, Albania, the 2023 European City of Sport, broke records across the board in terms of digital viewership. Taking place from the 20th to the 25th of November, the 2023 IMMAF World Championships showcased the […]
By Frank Bonada Fresh off the historic 2023 IMMAF World Championships in Tirana, Albania, anticipation is soaring for the upcoming 2023 IMMAF Asian Championships. This landmark event, working in partnership with BRAVE Combat Federation, is poised to deliver an unforgettable spectacle, solidifying its place as the most significant amateur MMA event on the continent. In […]
On the final day of the 2023 IMMAF World Championships, the very best under the IMMAF banner faced off for a shot at the most prestigious of amateur MMA awards, an IMMAF World Senior Title. Despite fielding one of the smallest nations in the Championships, Team Brazil were mightily impressive in the Senior Finals. All […]
The Junior World finals saw a new set of MMA stars born on the penultimate day of the 2023 IMMAF World Championships. The day was stacked with exciting results as big underdogs and IMMAF newcomers captured gold medals on the highest stage of amateur MMA. In a rematch between last year’s finalists, Czech’s Tagir Machmudov, […]
Get your special 2-day 2023 IMMAF World Championships pass through our Black Friday deal. Buy now for $2.99 at IMMAF.tv In the 2023 IMMAF World Championships semi-finals, the very best in the world of amateur MMA clashed for a spot in the Senior and Junior Finals. After having his first two opponents fall through, […]
Day 3 of the 2023 IMMAF World Championships saw the stakes rise to a near-insurmountable level as athletes competed for a spot in the semi-finals. After being in the shadow of Ukraine and Kazakhstan for much of the tournament, Tajikistan finally took the lead with 16 wins across the day. Fans worldwide tuned in to […]
The second day of the 2023 IMMAF World Championships elevated the tournament to brand new heights, building on an already spectacular opening stanza. Returning champions continued to build on their past successes, while emerging talents left an indelible mark on the landscape of amateur MMA. Team Kazakhstan continued to assert its dominance, securing numerous decisive […]
The 2023 IMMAF World Championships commenced with a riveting start, showcasing amateur Mixed Martial Arts at its finest. Taking place at the Tirana Olympic Park in Albania, athletes representing nations all across the world competed for the chance to claim IMMAF gold. Team Kazakhstan and Team Ukraine asserted their dominance, firmly positioning themselves as frontrunners […]
6–8 March 2020 Gold Coast, Australia Buy Tickets and donate to the Australian Bushfire Appeal Watch world-class MMA athletes from around the world compete on the Gold Coast, as the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation brings its three-day, nation vs nation tournament to Australia from 6 to 8 March with the 2020 IMMAF Oceania Open […]
Registration opens for athletes today The International MMA Federation announces the return of its Africa Open Championships to Johannesburg, South Africa, as registration opens today to MMA’s elite amateurs from around the globe. Those wishing to compete should contact their National Federation for information. Hosted by MMASA (Mixed Martial Arts South Africa), IMMAF’s 3-day, nation vs […]
In five weeks time Australia’s amateur MMA prospects will be taking on some of the world’s very best at the 2020 IMMAF Oceania Open Championships on the Gold Coast. This year the Oceania Open is set to enjoy an added influx of world champion talent with four reigning gold medalists of the IMMAF World Championships […]
London – 21 January – The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) welcomes the announcement earlier today that the French Boxing Federation has been given the responsibility of supervising the first phase of development of the sport of MMA in France. This decision, by the French Sport Ministry, is part of a historic legalisation of […]
The 2020 IMMAF events calendar kicks off the new year with the Oceania Open Championships taking place from 6 – 8 March at Australia’s Gold Coast Recreation Centre on Palm Beach. In previous years the event has served up a collision for Australia and New Zealand’s national teams to battle for superiority of the continental […]
ATHLETE REGISTRATION OPENS TODAY! Athlete registration opens today for the 2019 IMMAF- WMMAA Pan American Open Championships of amateur MMA. Hosted by national federation, Empire Mixed Martial Arts Bahamas, the tournament is scheduled to take place from 15 to 18 May 2019 in Nassau, at the Kendal G. L Isaacs National Gymnasium at the Queen […]
Pictured: Mr. Babu Raj (General Manager GDHM), Mr. Shiraz (Associate Partner – Gulf Diwaniya Group), Gosha Malik (IMMAF Member Services Manager), Dr. Mohammed Rafeeq (Founder & Chairman Gulf Diwaniya Group), Isobel Carnwath (IMMAF Brand, Marketing & Communications Director), Mr. Amr Farouk (Group General Manager GDHM) Mr. Anil Kumar VK. (General Manager Loumage Hotel & Suites). […]
2018 IMMAF OCEANIA OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS AT THE ARNOLD SPORTS FESTIVAL AUSTRALIA 16 – 18 MARCH 2018 MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation Australia (IMMAFA) is to host the 2018 IMMAF Oceania Open Championships at the Arnold Sports Festival in Melbourne next year. The event will take place from 16 to 18 March at […]
Team registration is officially open ahead of the 2017 IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA set to take place in Manama, Bahrain, from 12 – 19 November at the Khalifa Sports City Arena. Registrtation timeline and key dates are listed below: August 24 – Team registration officially opens for the top 32 ranked nations to […]
· JOHANNESBURG, 29 AUGUST – 4 SEPTEMBER 2016 The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is proud to announce in association with Mixed Martial Arts South Africa (MMASA) the 2016 IMMAF Africa Open Championships, which will take place from 29 August to 4 September 2016 in Johannesburg. Hosted and commissioned by IMMAF’s national counterpart, Mixed Martial […]
May 26th marks the deadline day for registration to the 2016 IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA. The window for athlete registration will finally close at midnight AoE time (UTC – 12). As the final day of registration counts down, a current total of 214 amateur competitors are registered via MyNextMatch.com, spanning 31 nations and 14 weight divisions. The […]
Picture: European Open Silver medallist Warren Mason secures victory for Team UK via arm-bar against Frenchman Humberto Correia For a third successive year the UK MMA Federation (UKMMAF) National Team will compete at the IMMAF World Championships of Amatuer MMA, taking place from Tuesday, July 5 – Sunday, July 10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in conjunction […]
Picture: 2015 IMMAF European Open Bronze medallist Hussein Maki faces off against eventual tournament champion Jake Bond. Selection has been completed for Bahrain’s National MMA team ahead of the 2016 IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA, taking place from Tuesday, July 5 – Sunday, July 10 in Las Vegas, USA. Following multiple try-outs and regional […]
Joe Minehan, President of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation of Australia (IMMAFA) has revealed the official team lineup of eight athletes who will represent the nation at this year’s IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA from Tuesday, July 5 – Sunday, July 10 in Las Vegas, USA. 2016 will mark Australia’s first venture to the […]
The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is proud to partner with local promotion, Tuff-N-Uff, in hosting its 2016 IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA, which takes place from Tuesday, July 5 – Sunday, July 10 in Las Vegas, USA. The event sees representatives from IMMAF’s 53-member nations face off as part of the 5th […]
Representatives from IMMAF’s 53-member countries are set to face off in a week of elite amateur MMA action, in which national team faces off against national team The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation today announced the 2016 installment of the IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA will return to Las Vegas as part of the […]
The national team tryouts in France for the 2016 IMMAF World Championships took a surprising turn when the French Anti-doping Agency arrived unannounced to test the athletes. Hosted by the Commission Française de Mixed Martial Arts (CFMMA), the team trials took place last weekend on Sunday 31 January at Paris Fight Team headquarters at 16 rue capron. […]
IMMAF is pleased to welcome SAFEJAWZ to the 2015 IMMAF European Championships of Amateur MMA, where the Mouthguard provider will be hosting a stall and Mouthguard fitting services on Thursday 19 and Sunday 22 November at the Walsall Sports Centre. Forgotten or lost your Mouthguard? Having a Mouthguard crisis? Don’t fear…SAFEJAWZ will be at hand with stock […]
Pictured: Team Iceland’s head coach Jon Vidar (left) Haraldur Nelson (centre left) Gunnar Nelson (centre right) John Kavanagh (right). From November 19 to 22 amateur mixed martial artists from Iceland will take part in an IMMAF event for the very first time, as the national team travels to compete in the 2015 IMMAF European Open Championships at the Walsall Sports […]
The national amateur team of Lebanon will soon travel to the UK for the IMMAF European Open Championships of Amateur MMA, which takes place in less than 9 days time, from November 19 to 22 at the University of Wolverhampton’s Walsall Campus Sports Centre. Lebanon made history with IMMAF in 2014 as the first Arab […]
Picture: Anja Saxmark (left) receives her silver medal at the 2015 IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA from SMMAF and IMMAF founder August Wallen As the founding nation of IMMAF, Sweden and the Swedish Mixed Martial Arts Federation (SMMAF) boasts some of the best and most effective government relations seen anywhere in the world for the sport […]
Pictured: Norway’s Eivind D. S. Kjonsvik (3rd right) medals with silver in the Men’s Light Heavyweight division at the 2014 IMMAF World Championships Following Norway’s breakthrough success at the first ever IMMAF World Championships of Amateur MMA in 2014, where the national team achieved four podium positions, the momentum was halted as Norway were unable to […]
22 NOVEMBER 2015, WALSALL SPORTS CENTRE – UNITED KINGDOM INTERNATIONAL MIXED MARTIAL ARTS (MMA) TOURNAMENT The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is pleased to welcome Jane Percy, Duchess of Northumberland, to the finals of the 2015 IMMAF European Championships of Amateur MMA at the Walsall Sports Centre, in the British Midlands. The Duchess will […]
for the 2015 European Open Championships of Amateur MMA (London. 21 October 2015) The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) is proud to announce Greenhill as its official equipment supplier for the 2015 IMMAF European Open Championships of Amateur MMA. Founded in 1964 as family business driven by a love and respect for martial arts, […]
Following the completion of open tryouts at Dublin’s famed SBG Ireland headquarters, the Irish Amateur Pankration Association (IAPA) have revealed the list of fighters who will represent the nation at this year’s inaugural IMMAF Amateur MMA European Open Championships. The event takes place 19-22 November in Birmingham, England. Subject to IMMAF clearance, IAPA have put forward a lineup […]
With tryouts having taken place on October 11, Portugal’s Comissão Atlética Portuguesa de Mixed Martial Arts (CAPMMA) has completed its selection process for athletes that will represent its nation at the IMMAF Amateur European Open Championships. The event takes place 19-22 November in Birmingham, England. The deadline for team registration expires today, October 16. Subject to confirmed registration and clearance by […]
(London. 11th October 2015) The United Kingdom Mixed Martial Arts Federation (UKMMAF) has announced the UK Amateur MMA team for the 2015 IMMAF European Championships of Amateur MMA, following try-outs which have taken place over the past few months. The 2015 IMMAF European Open Championships will take place in Birmingham (UK) from 19–22 November 2015 […]
As the IMMAF European Open Championships approaches, from November 19-22, so does the October 16 deadline for competitor entries. Over the past weekend several IMMAF member nations held their national tryouts in order to determine their squad of athletes who will compete across the various weight classes at the IMMAF European Open in Birmingham, England. IMMAF members who completed national […]
(London.24th September 2015) The Irish Amateur Pankration Association, the governing body for mixed martial arts in the Republic of Ireland, has announced that its national Amateur team tryouts will be held under the directives of SafeMMA-Ireland. SafeMMA- Ireland is the Irish branch of UK based voluntary medical consultancy and non-profit services provider, Safe MMA, which […]
The German Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GEMMAF) is organizing a selective MMA training camp for its second year running, from 2 to 4 October. The German Amateur MMA team competition schedule this year has so far taken in the national Aschaffenburg MMA-Amateur-Championships in March and the 2015 IMMAF World Championships in Las Vegas in July. November will […]
The Comissão Atlética Portuguesa de Mixed Martial Arts (CAPMMA) will begin the selection process for athletes to represent Portugal at the IMMAF European Championships of Amateur MMA in November, taking place in Birmingham, England. The first phase of the National Tryouts will take place on October 11th, starting at 2pm, and will be part of a […]
Due to demand from members, a women’s lightweight division (-70.3 kg /155 lbs) has been added to IMMAF competition weight categories for all future IMMAF events. The division is now open for the forthcoming IMMAF European Open Championships of Amateur MMA set to take place in Birmingham in the UK, from 19 to 22 November. […]
2015 IMMAF EUROPEAN OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS OF AMATEUR MMA BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM 19TH-22ND NOVEMBER 2015 Tickets are now on sale for the 2015 IMMAF European Open Championships of Amateur MMA, taking place November 19 -22 in Birmingham, United Kingdom, with a limited number available to friends, family and the public. BUY TICKETS HERE: http://www.immaf.org/buy-immaf-tickets/ The venue […]
