Łukasz Orzeł’s Exclusion: The Fall of a Manager Who Never Showed Up

A Betrayal That Changes Everything

The world of mixed martial arts in Poland has just been rocked by a major scandal. Wojsław Rysiewski, KSW’s sports director, revealed that Łukasz Orzeł, manager of Adrian Bartosiński, betrayed the champion’s trust by leaking confidential information. According to Rysiewski, Orzeł shared details about Adam Masaev’s injury—a potential rival of Bartosiński—in an attempt to gain visibility on social media.
This leak, considered a serious breach of confidentiality, prompted KSW to take a drastic decision: banning Orzeł from future contract negotiations. A first in the history of the Polish championship.

A Manager’s Glaring Absence

But it’s not just the betrayal that has shocked the MMA community. Rysiewski also highlighted another troubling fact: Łukasz Orzeł has never attended a single fight of his protégé. An absence that starkly contrasts with industry standards, where a manager’s physical presence is often seen as a sign of commitment and professionalism.
« In our sport, a manager must be on the ground, not just behind a screen, » Rysiewski stated. This remark sheds light on an often-overlooked reality: the growing autonomy of athletes in managing their own careers.

Direct Management for Bartosiński

Faced with this situation, Adrian Bartosiński has decided to take control of his career. From now on, all contract discussions will be handled directly with the champion, with no middleman. A decision that reflects a growing trend in the MMA world, where athletes are seeking to reduce their reliance on traditional managers.
Rysiewski also confirmed that the partnerships and sponsorships secured by Bartosiński came more from KSW’s internal team than from his manager. Further proof that Orzeł’s concrete involvement in his fighter’s career was virtually nonexistent.