EFC 119: Balelo vs. Machavane is an upcoming mixed martial arts event by Extreme Fighting Championship scheduled for November 14, 2024 at the WSB EFC Arena in Sandton, South Africa.
Fight Card
Main Card
Terence Balelo vs. Edson Machavane 125 lbs Flyweight Championship
Dayne Van Wyk vs. Juliet Chukwu 135 lbs Vacant Bantamweight Championship
Shadrack Nsua vs. Siyaku Dumiso 185 lbs
Ziko Makengele vs. Ndidi Alonu 170 lbs
Kaleka Kabanda vs. Patrick Ocheme 155 lbs
Preliminary Card
Demba Seck vs. Steven Goncalves 145 lbs
Elvis Ngwalangwala vs. Adrian Sanchez 155 lbs
British Boloyoang vs. Christian Omokhobhio 170 lbs
Moses Mokhari vs. Lukhmaan Jhazbhay 125 lbs
Background
The EFC returns with a night of adrenaline-fueled action as EFC 119: Balelo vs. Machavane takes center stage on November 14, 2024, at the WSB EFC Arena in Sandton, South Africa. This event promises thrilling battles and fierce competition, headlined by a Flyweight Championship clash and a showdown for the vacant Bantamweight title.
At the top of the card, Terence Balelo defends his Flyweight Championship against Mozambique’s Edson Machavane in a showdown of speed, technique, and explosive power. Balelo, known for his lightning-fast striking and takedown defense, will aim to retain his title, while Machavane, a resilient and versatile contender, seeks to shake up the division by dethroning the champion.
In the co-main event, Dayne Van Wyk faces Juliet Chukwu for the vacant Bantamweight Championship. Van Wyk’s striking acumen meets Chukwu’s powerful grappling game in a high-stakes 135-pound matchup where both fighters are eager to claim gold.
The main card also features some highly anticipated bouts across different weight divisions. Middleweights Shadrack Nsua and Siyaku Dumiso square off at 185 pounds, with Nsua looking to showcase his grappling against Dumiso’s relentless striking style. At 170 pounds, Ziko Makengele takes on Ndidi Alonu, and in the 155-pound division, Kaleka Kabanda faces Patrick Ocheme, rounding out a card stacked with rising talent and potential breakout performances.
The preliminary card adds depth with exciting prospects and promising talents, including Demba Seck versus Steven Goncalves at 145 pounds, Elvis Ngwalangwala battling Adrian Sanchez at 155 pounds, and British Boloyoang facing Christian Omokhobhio at 170 pounds. Flyweights Moses Mokhari and Lukhmaan Jhazbhay will open the action, bringing their skills to the EFC’s growing roster.
