Egypt’s national Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) team has officially departed for São Paulo, Brazil, to compete in the prestigious 2025 MMA World Championship, set to take place from June 15 to 23. The event will bring together elite fighters from across the globe in a high-stakes battle for international glory.
Representing Egypt is a diverse and powerful squad of male and female fighters, each aiming to make their mark on the world stage.
2025 MMA World Championship
- Rowan Yasser – Women’s Middleweight (72 kg)
- Dalia Ibrahim – Women’s Atomweight (47 kg)
- Abeer Mansour – Women’s Flyweight (52 kg)
- Habiba Mohamed – Women’s Lightweight (70 kg)
The delegation is led by Mahmoud Said, with Captain Ramadan Nouman serving as the national team’s head coach.
Aiming for the Podium
In a statement ahead of the team’s departure, Mohamed Ibrahim, President of the Egyptian Muay Thai Federation, highlighted the intense preparation program the fighters underwent in recent months.
“The athletes are in peak physical and technical condition,” Ibrahim said. “We believe this team has what it takes to reach the podium and make Egypt proud on the international scene.”
This year’s World MMA Championship is expected to witness unprecedented global participation, raising the stakes for all competing nations. Egypt’s presence at the event is a testament to the country’s growing investment in combat sports and its rising influence in the international MMA community.
MMA on the Rise in Egypt
Mixed Martial Arts has seen significant growth in popularity across Egypt, particularly among youth and female athletes. Initiatives by the Egyptian Muay Thai Federation have expanded training programs and hosted local championships, building a strong pipeline of talent for international events.
This participation also underscores Egypt’s increasing commitment to empowering female athletes in contact sports, with nearly half of the 2025 squad comprising women fighters.
