Jose ‘Shorty’ Torres secures win in Japan, eyes historic BRAVE CF Flyweight championship
Jose ‘Shorty’ Torres delivered a thrilling performance at RIZIN 49: DECADE, held on December 30 at the iconic Saitama Super Arena in Japan. The former BRAVE CF Bantamweight Champion secured a hard-fought decision victory over Japanese MMA star and former RIZIN title contender Makoto Takahashi in a Catchweight bout.
The win not only marked a significant comeback for Torres—who suffered a loss to Nkosi Ndebele in his BRAVE CF Bantamweight title fight earlier this year—but also served as a bold statement of intent for 2025.
A New Chapter: Return to Flyweight
Torres announced his official return to the BRAVE CF Flyweight division, a weight class known for its incredible depth and talent. Having previously fought at Flyweight before moving up and claiming the Bantamweight title, Torres now seeks to make history by becoming the inaugural BRAVE CF Flyweight Champion.
“The Flyweight division in BRAVE CF is one of the most competitive in the world,” Torres said. “I’m ready to prove that I belong at the top of this stacked division and make history as the first Flyweight champion.”
BRAVE CF’s Stacked Flyweight Division
The Flyweight division boasts some of the most exciting fighters in MMA, including:
- Muhammad Mokaev: Undefeated rising star.
- Dias Erengaipov: Kazakh MMA champion.
- Velimurad Alkhasov: Combat Sambo World Champion.
- Marciano Ferreira: Top South American contender.
- Luthando Biko: Commonwealth medallist.
- Gerard Burns: Prominent Irish MMA fighter.
Torres’ re-entry into this talent-packed roster adds another layer of intensity as BRAVE CF ramps up efforts to crown its inaugural Flyweight champion.
The Stage Is Set for 2025
Torres’ victory in Japan highlights the global presence of BRAVE Combat Federation and its reputation as a hub for elite MMA talent. With his sights set on Flyweight gold, Torres is poised to make 2025 an unforgettable year for both himself and BRAVE Nation.
As fans eagerly anticipate his next fight, one thing is clear—Jose ‘Shorty’ Torres is back and ready to create history.
