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Afghan MMA fighter to face his Israeli rival
(Last Updated On: February 23, 2024)
Hussain Bakhsh Safari, Afghanistan’s free fighting athlete – in the Legacy Fighting Association – is scheduled to enter the cage against his Israeli rival, Koren, early next month.
Safari said in a post on X that the fight between him and his opponent is scheduled to be held on March 8 in the city of Santa Cruz, in the US.
Safari added that it’s happening in America, to create happiness and being smiles to “all our dear compatriots”.
He said this fight comes after a short break.
“Finally, after a short break due to immigration and travel plans, now with the blessings of you noble people who have always followed me, I will enter the fighting ring,” said Safari.
He said that he hopes the fight will bring happiness to his countrymen back home.