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At 32, Ziółkowski looks to bounce back after tapping out to Varela at KSW 122
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At 32, Ziółkowski looks to bounce back after tapping out to Varela at KSW 122

Former KSW lightweight champion Marian Ziółkowski tapped out to Wilson Varela at XTB KSW 122 in Rzeszów after an armbar in under two minutes. Despite this second loss in 2024, the 32-year-old Pole shows unshakable resilience and is determined to bounce back to reclaim the top spot.

To remember:

  • Marian Ziółkowski taps out to Wilson Varela at KSW 122 after an armbar in under two minutes.
  • This loss marks Ziółkowski’s second defeat to Varela in 2024.
  • At 32, the Pole remains determined to reclaim the KSW lightweight title.
  • Experts highlight his ability to bounce back, as seen in 2023 with three consecutive wins.
  • This rivalry, which began in 2024, reveals a growing tactical opposition between the two fighters.
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Zając’s bout moved to the prelims at KSW 122 for security reasons, exposing lingering tensions
KSW

Published 1 day ago

Zając’s bout moved to the prelims at KSW 122 for security reasons, exposing lingering tensions

Sergiusz Zając’s fight at KSW 122 was moved to the prelims for security reasons after risks of disruptions tied to a personal conflict. Wojsław Rysiewski, KSW’s sports director, justified these preventive measures, revealing a difficult working relationship with the Polish fighter.

To remember:

  • The fight of Sergiusz Zając at KSW 122 was moved to the prelims for security reasons.
  • Risks of disruptions tied to a personal conflict prompted this last-minute change.
  • Wojsław Rysiewski, KSW’s sports director, justified these preventive measures and described a difficult working relationship with Zając.
  • These adjustments ensured no incidents occurred during the October 10 event in Rzeszów.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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Makarowski stunned by an unexpected KO in Rzeszów, ending an unbeaten run in MMA
KSW

Published 1 day ago

Makarowski stunned by an unexpected KO in Rzeszów, ending an unbeaten run in MMA

Mateusz Makarowski, nicknamed "Makaron", suffered his first brutal KO at the hands of Adam Soldaev during XTB KSW 122 in Rzeszów. This defeat, which occurred in front of his home crowd, ends a streak of three consecutive wins in KSW. Despite the bitterness of the loss, the Polish fighter acknowledged his opponent’s superiority and praised his performance.

To remember:

  • Mateusz Makarowski, alias "Makaron", suffers a brutal KO in one round against Adam Soldaev at KSW 122 in Rzeszów.
  • This defeat, which occurred in front of his home crowd, ends a streak of three consecutive wins for Makarowski in KSW.
  • The Polish fighter acknowledges his opponent’s superiority and praises his technical and physical performance.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Szpilka Takes on Vojcak: A Heavyweight Title Quest in Gliwice
KSW

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Szpilka Takes on Vojcak: A Heavyweight Title Quest in Gliwice

Artur Szpilka faces Stefan Vojcak on December 19 in Gliwice at XTB KSW 124 for the interim heavyweight title in MMA. This fight marks a turning point in his career following his transition from boxing, where he has strung together three consecutive wins, including a KO against Augusto Sakai. Vojcak, solid with 12 wins in 14 fights, including 9 KOs, is a formidable opponent.

To remember:

  • Artur Szpilka takes on a major MMA challenge against Stefan Vojcak on December 19 in Gliwice at XTB KSW 124.
  • This fight for the interim heavyweight title marks a turning point in his post-boxing career.
  • With three consecutive wins, including a KO against Augusto Sakai, Szpilka aims for the top of KSW.
  • Ranked fourth in heavyweight, he seeks to prove his legitimacy in the cage.
  • Vojcak, solid with 12 wins in 14 fights, including 9 KOs, is a formidable opponent.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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KSW 122: An explosive duel under the Rzeszów spotlight
KSW

Published 2 days ago

KSW 122: An explosive duel under the Rzeszów spotlight

The fight between Marian Ziółkowski and Wilson Varela at KSW 122 left its mark with its intensity and dramatic finish. After early dominance from the Pole, the Frenchman turned the tide to win by submission via a balacha armbar at just 3 minutes and 40 seconds into the first round.

To remember:

  • Marian Ziółkowski sets a relentless pace from the start with powerful straights against Wilson Varela.
  • A devastating right hand from the Pole sends Varela to the canvas after just one minute of action.
  • Ziółkowski attempts to finish on the ground, but Varela resists by clinging to his opponent to limit the damage.
  • The Frenchman exploits a gap, opening a cut on Ziółkowski with elbows.
  • Varela stuns with a balacha armbar, forcing Ziółkowski to tap at 3:40 of the first round.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic