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Muay Thai and devastating KO in the ultimate showdown in Rzeszów
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Published 2 days ago

Muay Thai and devastating KO in the ultimate showdown in Rzeszów

Sergiusz Zając made history at KSW 122 by taking down Salim El Ouassaidi in just 1 minute and 9 seconds. A performance that confirms his dominance in MMA and his mastery of the Thai clinch.

To remember:

  • Sergiusz Zając secures a spectacular KO in 1 minute and 9 seconds at KSW 122.
  • The Pole sets the pace from the start against Salim El Ouassaidi.
  • Mastery of the Thai clinch: a series of devastating elbows seals the technical KO.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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A titanic duel in Poland: Szpilka challenges Vojčák for the interim heavyweight title
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Published 2 days ago

A titanic duel in Poland: Szpilka challenges Vojčák for the interim heavyweight title

On December 19 in Gliwice, Artur Szpilka faces interim heavyweight champion Štefan Vojčák at KSW 124. This duel between precision striking and submission power promises to redefine the balance of power in Europe. A former professional boxer, Szpilka relies on his experience to challenge Vojčák, a formidable MMA fighter.

To remember:

  • Szpilka vs Vojčák: an explosive duel between striking (boxing) and submissions in MMA for the interim heavyweight title.
  • KSW 124 will take place on December 19 at the PreZero Arena in Gliwice, an event not to be missed.
  • This fight could shake up the heavyweight hierarchy in Europe, where KSW stands as a benchmark.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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Title on the Line: Yakymenko and Morelli Clash in Historic Bantamweight Bout
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Published 2 days ago

Title on the Line: Yakymenko and Morelli Clash in Historic Bantamweight Bout

KSW 122 is shaping up to be one of the major events of the year in European MMA. Vitalii Yakymenko and Marcello Morelli will battle for the bantamweight title on October 10 in Rzeszów, in a fight that could mark the history of the Polish promotion.

To remember:

  • Bantamweight title fight between Vitalii Yakymenko (11-2-0) and Marcello Morelli (8-4-0) on October 10 in Rzeszów.
  • Live broadcast on CANAL+ in Poland and on KSWTV.com internationally, with the first two fights free on YouTube.
  • Other key matchups: Marian Ziółkowski vs Wilson Varela in lightweight and Sergiusz Zając vs Salim El Ouassaidi at 93 kg.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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XTB KSW 122: Vitalii Yakymenko defends his title against Marcelo Morelli in an explosive bantamweight showdown for supremacy.
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Published 2 days ago

XTB KSW 122: Vitalii Yakymenko defends his title against Marcelo Morelli in an explosive bantamweight showdown for supremacy.

Tonight in Rzeszów, XTB KSW 122 delivers a clash of styles between champion Vitalii Yakymenko and Marcelo Morelli for the bantamweight title. Discover the stakes, the fighters’ profiles, and the other headline bouts on the card.

To remember:

  • Vitalii Yakymenko defends his bantamweight title against Marcelo Morelli at KSW 122.
  • A battle between ground power and stand-up aggression, promising an intense spectacle.
  • Andrzej Grzebyk (22 wins) faces Laïd Zerhouni in a technical 83.9 kg duel.
  • The event takes place tonight in Rzeszów and is set to be a major date on the European MMA calendar.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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Record fines and tactical disadvantages for three fighters after weigh-in misses at Rzeszów event
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Published 3 days ago

Record fines and tactical disadvantages for three fighters after weigh-in misses at Rzeszów event

The XTB KSW 122 weigh-in in Rzeszów delivered its share of surprises, with three fighters exceeding the weight limits. Sergiusz Zając, Laïd Zerhouni, and Adam Soldaev face financial penalties and a one-point deduction in the first round, directly impacting their earnings and fight strategies.

To remember:

  • Sergiusz Zając missed the light heavyweight limit by 2.6 kg, facing the harshest penalty: 50% of his purse forfeited.
  • Laïd Zerhouni and Adam Soldaev, in the welterweight division, lose 40% and 30% of their earnings, respectively, for misses of 1.1 kg and 0.9 kg.
  • All three receive a one-point deduction in the first round, giving their opponents a tactical advantage.
  • Salim El Ouassaidi, Zając’s opponent, gains a psychological and strategic edge from the opening bell.
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Reviewed and completed by Celtic