Published 19 days ago
Polish Decision in KSW: Koziorzębski vs. Tulshaev, a Narrowly Avoided KO
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The bout between Kacper Koziorzębski and Muslim Tulshaev at XTB KSW 121 in Liberec ended in a no-contest after an illegal groin strike. Despite a narrowly avoided potential KO, Koziorzębski, currently second in the KSW welterweight rankings, accepted the verdict and is preparing for an imminent return to the cage.
To remember:
- Kacper Koziorzębski fully accepts the no-contest verdict after an illegal groin strike at KSW 121.
- The Pole acknowledges the power of his spinning kick, even though the slightest part hit the groin protector.
- Despite the frustration, Koziorzębski praises Muslim Tulshaev’s resilience and wants to close this chapter soon.
- With a record of four consecutive wins, he remains a serious contender for the KSW welterweight title.
At the XTB KSW 121 event in Liberec, the bout between Kacper Koziorzębski and Muslim Tulshaev left a lasting impression for a very specific reason. While the Pole appeared to be dominating the fight, an incident changed everything: a spinning kick from Koziorzębski grazed his opponent’s groin protector, triggering a foul and dashing any hope of a KO for the champion.
Despite fan reactions, which suggested a KO should have been awarded, Koziorzębski demonstrated fair play by fully accepting the verdict. “Even the slightest part of that kick hit the protector, and that’s what matters,” he stated, acknowledging the legitimacy of the decision. A palpable frustration, but an exemplary attitude that also highlighted Tulshaev’s resilience, as he was able to continue despite the incident.
A Ranking That Speaks for Itself
Currently second in the KSW welterweight rankings, Koziorzębski boasts an impressive record with four consecutive wins before this fight. Although the result was not decisive, his performance confirms his status as a serious title contender.
“This fight was a step, but there’s still a long way to go,” he added, hinting that a return to the cage is already in the works. Fans, meanwhile, are hoping for a rematch or an opportunity to finally claim the coveted belt.
Between frustration and resilience, Koziorzębski’s fight against Tulshaev revealed far more than just a controversial result. With a solid ranking and unwavering determination, the Pole is heading toward new challenges, where every bout counts in shaping the next chapter of his career.