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First Champions of The Arena: Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara’s Rapid Rise to Professional MMA
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First Champions of The Arena: Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara’s Rapid Rise to Professional MMA

Netflix crowned Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara as winners of the first season of The Arena, awarding each €100,000 and a professional contract with ARES Fighting Championship. Their respective victories in amateur MMA mark an exceptional springboard toward a promising career in the professional circuit.

To remember:

  • Jean Magny crowned men’s champion of The Arena after a hard-fought points victory over Bogdan Ozdoev.
  • Assita Ouattara defeats Kheira Belal via technical submission in the women’s final.
  • Each winner takes home €100,000 and a professional contract with ARES Fighting Championship.

This Wednesday, October 14, will go down in the history of French amateur MMA. Netflix unveiled the first champions of The Arena, its groundbreaking show blending sports competition and entertainment. After weeks of intense battles, Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara were crowned, instantly becoming the new darlings of French MMA.


In the men’s division, Jean Magny delivered a legendary performance in the final against Bogdan Ozdoev. Despite tough resistance, he managed to impose his game and won by split decision, securing the title and a €100,000 prize. A performance that convinced observers of his potential for the professional circuit.


Assita Ouattara, Queen of French Women’s MMA

On the women’s side, Assita Ouattara made a lasting impression by defeating Kheira Belal via technical submission, thanks to an unstoppable armbar late in the fight. A display of technique and composure that sealed her dominance in the division. Her journey in The Arena revealed a formidable fighter, ready to conquer the world of professional MMA.


A Springboard to the Pros

These victories are more than just honorary titles. They represent a rare opportunity for amateurs to leap directly into the professional circuit. Thanks to a contract with ARES Fighting Championship, Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara are joining a fast-growing organization, co-founded by the show’s consultants. An incredible chance for these talents to test themselves against the best right away.


For ARES FC, this collaboration with Netflix is a masterstroke. By betting on these new champions, the organization strengthens its roster while capitalizing on the buzz generated by The Arena. A winning strategy that could well redefine the landscape of MMA in France.

With Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara in the spotlight, The Arena has delivered on its promise: uncovering the future stars of French MMA. Their rapid rise, coupled with a contract at ARES Fighting Championship, marks the beginning of a new era for combat sports in France. Stay tuned!

Editor's Opinion
By Celtic
Jean Magny and Assita Ouattara—names that already packed a punch in the amateur scene—are now catapulted onto the pro stage thanks to Netflix and ARES. French MMA finally has its new heroes, and that deserves at least a Tony Hawk-style slow-mo replay.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic

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