Ruh HaShem Gordon Faces Maximus Bachanotas in Major Tel Aviv Muay Thai Bout
The highly anticipated GFN 1 fighting event, organized by the Gordon brothers, is set to take place at Menora Mivtachim Arena in Tel Aviv on July 27, 2026. The event will feature 12 major fights, culminating with the three Gordon brothers competing in their own Muay Thai matches. Ruh HaShem Gordon, the second of the brothers to enter the ring, will face Maximus Bachanotas from Moldova, a Muay Thai and kickboxing fighter with one professional Muay Thai bout under the ONE Championship organization, which he lost.
The fight between Gordon and Bachanotas is expected to start between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM, depending on the event's pace and preceding fight outcomes. This match comes just months after Gordon's victory over Hussein Dolo at a UTMA event, where his brother Ahavat HaShem Gordon also competed. A win here would significantly boost Ruh HaShem Gordon's profile and help him advance his career, marking his second consecutive win after a lengthy break.
The event is drawing considerable attention as a major Muay Thai competition on Israeli soil, highlighting the Gordon brothers' growing presence in the sport.
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