Asi Maman 03/02/2021 12:34
Natan Levy, the Israeli representative in the UFC (Instagram)
On the way to recognition in Israel as well – an Israeli association will be established for the integrated martial arts industry, MMA, which has become very popular around the world and now its activities will also be regulated within the framework of our local sports.
The popularity of MMA has grown a lot thanks to the UFC, which attracts fans from all over the world to see the best fighters meet in the arena, when the Israeli fighter, Natan Levy, recently won a contract from President Dana White after impressing with a victory in the Contenders program His.
An International Association (IMAAF) has recently been established under which local associations in various countries around the world are registered. Now, Israel is also joining the IMMAF, when in December 2020 the final approval is given for the establishment of an association in Israel, with Gilad Har Oz appointed chairman of the association, and former coach and fighter Ido Freinta serving as CEO.
Over the next two years, an Israeli team will be formed with the best athletes in the field, representing the country at European and world championships. At the same time, there will be about 5 competitions a year in the country in the first phase.
