Gordon Brothers Celebrate Wins at GFN 1, Eye MMA and UFC Titles

On July 27, 2026, the Gordon brothers competed at the GFN 1 event, each securing impressive victories that could shape their futures in combat sports. Ahavat Hashem Gordon aims to become the youngest champion in the UTMA organization. Last year, he was set to fight for the title against a Thai opponent who withdrew, leading to the bout's cancellation. He now hopes his next UTMA championship fight will proceed without such issues. Beyond UTMA, Ahavat Hashem aspires to transition to MMA and ultimately become a UFC champion, focusing on improving his ground game. His recent win over John Lineker, a veteran UFC fighter known for his toughness, marks a significant milestone that could open global opportunities.

His younger brother, Ruach Hashem Gordon, born in 2004, defeated Maximus Bahanutas from Moldova at GFN 1, following a prior victory over Hussein Dolo in UTMA. This second consecutive win after a lengthy break is expected to boost his profile and potentially lead to a future title fight.

The eldest brother, Kibdi Gordon, knocked out Jose Alberto Quinones in under a minute using a Muay Thai style, differing from his usual MMA approach. Although not an MMA bout, defeating a former UFC fighter so swiftly may attract international attention. Kibdi’s MMA record stands at eight wins and two losses, with past fights in LFA and a recent victory in FFC in August 2024. His goal is to join the UFC, ideally by competing in an organization under Fight Pass to gain maximum exposure. Kibdi sent a direct message to UFC president Dana White and matchmaker Sean Shelby, urging them to notice his performance and bring him into the UFC.

All three brothers train at the Brazilian Fighting Nerds gym alongside top UFC fighters Jean Silva and Carlos Prates, as well as Israeli MMA fighters Ilai Barzilai and Sean Pro, enhancing their skills and prospects. While Kibdi awaits his next MMA fight, expected in the coming months, the brothers collectively look forward to advancing their careers on the international stage.