<p><strong>Karlos Terminátor Vémola. Asi každému se při vzpomínce na tohle jméno něco vybaví. Legenda MMA, hvězda showbyznysu nebo milovník exotické zvěře.</strong> Pojďte s námi nahlédnout pod povrch novinových titulků a poznejte neuvěřitelný příběh sportovce, který ukázal Čechům a Slovákům sílu bojových sportů. Vše, co potřebujete vědět o Terminátorovi v jednom článku.&nbsp;</p><p></p><img src="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/BLOG_POST_IMAGE/e89921d7-4ef6-4f74-a30f-7a77e9cd1471/cs.1696594322722.jpg" class=""><p></p><h2>KDO JE KARLOS JEDNOU VĚTOU?</h2><p>Karlos „Terminátor“ Vémola = legendární český zápasník a průkopník MMA v České republice a na Slovensku, první Čech v UFC, držitel několika titulů v polotěžké a střední váze v českých a britských organizacích a sportovní celebrita, která svět baví svým okázalým životním stylem a extrovertní povahou.</p><p></p><h2>MLUVTE JAKO ZNALCI: VÁHOVÁ KATEGORIE A STYL BOJE</h2><p>Váhová kategorie, ve které Karlos zápasí, byla v průběhu jeho kariéry proměnlivá. Na úplném počátku profesionálního zápasení absolvoval souboj v těžké váze, od té doby ale zápasil jen v polotěžké (light heavyweight) a střední (middleweight) váze, které střídal. Nedávno oznámil, že do konce kariéry bude zápasit už jen v polotěžké váze.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Jeho background, tedy bojový sport, ze kterého vychází, je řecko-římský zápas. Neskutečně silný je hlavně v boji na zemi. Tam se s ním opravdu nechcete dostat, vítězství je pak totiž skoro jistě na jeho straně.</p><p></p><oktyoutubecomponent url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMAED7d2laQ"></oktyoutubecomponent><p></p><div><h2>KARLOSŮV PŘÍBĚH: OD ZAČÁTKU DODNES</h2></div><h3>DĚTSTVÍ A DOSPÍVÁNÍ</h3><p>Představte si malého Karlose. Chlapeček se silnými brýlemi, který je nejradši v přírodě, kde tak moc rád chytá motýly. I přes táhlé problémy s očima nejde o zakřiknuté dítě. Energie a temperamentu má na rozdávání, často se dostává do potíží a už od dětství se věnuje bojovým sportům. Jeho tatínek ho vede k řecko-římskému zápasu a sní o tom, že z malého Karlose bude jednou olympijský vítěz.</p><p>Náctiletý Karel ale propadá jiné sportovní vášni. Vyrýsované svaly a posilování se stávají jeho prioritou a plakát Arnolda Schwarzeneggera na zdi puberťákova pokojíčku ho motivuje k těm nejlepším výkonům. Právě po svém vzoru a legendárním filmu si později vybírá přezdívku. Cíl zní jasně - být tím nejlepším kulturistou na světě. V 19 letech odchází do Anglie, kde doufá v lepší podmínky a splnění svého snu.</p><p></p><h3>ZAČÁTKY MMA KARIÉRY: Z KULTURISTY ZÁPASNÍKEM<strong>&nbsp;</strong></h3><p>Život mu v Anglii hází do cesty překážky, se kterými se ale pere po „Karlosovsku“. Při první účasti na mistrovství Velké Británie v kulturistice mu není umožněno nastoupit do juniorské kategorie, a tak vyhrává rovnou tu mužskou seniorskou. Spory a nejasnosti se soutěžemi spojené ho však postupně otravují natolik, že jeho zájem o kulturistiku upadá. Živí se jako vyhazovač v nočním klubu a když s lehkostí vyřeší potyčku dvou profesionálních MMA zápasníků, zaujme jejich manažera natolik, že si ho vezme pod svá křídla a přesvědčí k tréninku. Po dvou týdnech v posilovně vyhrává svůj první zápas v prvním kole a ve své výherní pouti pokračuje vesele dál. Dokud nepřijde to, co se do té doby žádnému Čechovi nepodařilo.</p><p></p><h3>KARLOS VÉMOLA, PRVNÍ ČECH V UFC</h3><p><strong>Karlos se stává prvním Čechem, který se dostal do UFC</strong>, a navždy se tak zapisuje do historie českého sportu. První zápas sice končí porážkou, i přesto však Karlos přesvědčuje diváky, že smlouvu nepodepsal náhodou. <strong>Celkem v UFC absolvuje šest soubojů</strong>, ve kterých si vede proměnlivě. V posledním zápase v Brazílii na něj doléhají i náročné klimatické podmínky a jeho cesta ve slavné organizaci tím bohužel končí.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Píše se rok 2013</strong> a před Karlosem je řada zápasů, kterými dále buduje svou hvězdnou kariéru. <strong>Z Británie se přesouvá i do své rodné země, kde přijímá výzvy od řady českých zápasníků a sbírá další výhry</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Ještě jednou se mu otevírá šance vrátit se do UFC, klíčový zápas s Jackem Hermanssonem ale prohrává</strong>. K porážce se navíc přidává trestní stíhání za daňové úniky v Anglii, za které je odsouzen na rok vězení. Zdá se tak, že v roce 2015 se nad českým Terminátorem smráká.</p><p>Nakonec si však odsedí jen půlku trestu a následně se vrací k zápasení v plné síle. Zůstává celé 3 roky neporažený.</p><p></p><h3>STÁT SE LEGENDOU: KARLOS VÉMOLA A OKTAGON</h3><p><strong>V roce 2019 se Karlos stává součástí naší organizace</strong>. Buduje s námi popularitu bojových sportů, která do té doby nemá na československé sportovní scéně obdoby. <strong>Jeho Zápas století s Attilou Véghem v listopadu 2019 a odveta s Patrikem Kinclem v roce 2023 zcela trhají veškeré rekordy sledovanosti a stávají se skutečným fenoménem</strong> – sportovním i společenským. Stejně tak, jak si nelze představit Karlose bez MMA, už si jen těžko lze představit MMA bez Karlose.</p><p></p><h2>ZÁPASY, KTERÉ PROSTĚ MUSÍTE ZNÁT</h2><h3>ZÁPAS STOLETÍ: VÉMOLA VS. VÉGH</h3><p>Zápas, ve kterém se střetly dvě československé MMA ikony a strhly na sebe veškerou pozornost fanoušků, novinářů i odborníků na bojové sporty. Karlos zápas nakonec prohrál a bylo to vůbec poprvé v jeho kariéře, kdy byl ukončen na KO. Připomeňte si nezapomenutelný zápas znovu:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="127"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. KINCL</h3><p>Velcí rivalové se po pěti letech znovu sešli v kleci, aby urovnali svůj dlouholetý spor. Pětikolová rvačka v kleci dopadla vítězstvím Patrika Kincla, který si tak udržel mistrovský pás ve střední váze. Zápas na sebe opět strhl neuvěřitelnou pozornost médií a odborné i široké veřejnosti a týdny se nemluvilo o ničem jiném.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="607"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. ILIĆ</h3><p>Pouhý měsíc po vítězství nad polským veteránem Pasternakem uškrtil Karlos v prvním kole Aleksandra Iliće a stal se prozatímním šampionem divize polotěžké váhy OKTAGON MMA.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="516"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. LOHORÉ</h3><p>Tenhle zápas o titul měl Karlos ve svých rukou po celých pět kol. Zvítězil tak v očích všech bodujících rozhodčích a mohl slavit zisk pásu OKTAGON MMA ve střední váze. Podívejte se na krásných pět kol zápasu:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="302"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. PETRUZELLI</h3><p>Svou první výhru v UFC rozjel Terminátor ve velkém stylu. Zápasníka Petruzelliho, který byl vůbec prvním, kdo porazil legendárního Kimba Slice, ukončil Karlos na TKO v 1. kole. Za nejlepší ukončení večera byl dokonce odměněn finanční prémií.</p><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. HERMANSSON</h3><p>Švéd se zkušenostmi z UFC Karlosovi po pouhých dvou minutách nasadil nepříjemný armbar a zavřel mu tak dveře zpět do slavné organizace. Karlos však dokázal, jaký je bojovník, když si místo odklepání nechal zlomit ruku.</p><h2>KARLOS MIMO KLEC</h2><p>Karlos není jen MMA, Karlos, to je životní styl. Se svou manželkou Lelou si užívá přepychového životního stylu, drahých aut a exotických mazlíčků, které ve své luxusní rezidenci chová. Ve své soukromé zoo (takzvaném Vémolandu) má lvici, krokodýla, žraloka nebo třeba klokana. V minulosti také uváděl vlastní talkshow pod názvem KARLOS SHOW a prodává své produkty pod značkou KTV. Umí prostě použít sílu své osobnosti k úspěchu.</p><p></p><h2>P. S. ZAJÍMAVOSTI, KTERÉ JEN TAK NĚKDO NEVÍ</h2><p>Se svým vzorem Arnoldem se Karlos nakonec setkal i osobně!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2jALYAJuEt/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p>Za jeden ze svých vzorů označuje Gustava Frištenského, legendu českého a světového zápasu, žijící na přelomu 19. a 20. století.</p><p>V roce 2024 o něm vyjde životopisný film režiséra Michala Samira.</p><p><br></p>

Karlos Terminátor Vémola. Asi každému se při vzpomínce na tohle jméno něco vybaví. Legenda MMA, hvězda showbyznysu nebo milovník exotické zvěře.

FENOMÉN KARLOS. VŠECHNO, CO POTŘEBUJETE VĚDĚT

<p>Karlos Terminator Vémola. Vermutlich fällt jedem bei der Erwähnung dieses Namens etwas ein. MMA-Legende, Showbiz-Star oder Liebhaber exotischer Tiere. Werfen wir gemeinsam einen Blick unter die Oberfläche der Schlagzeilen und entdecken die unglaubliche Geschichte eines Sportlers, der den Tschechen und Slowaken die Macht des Kampfsports gezeigt hat. Alles, was ihr über den Terminator wissen müsst, fassen wir im Folgenden zusammen.&nbsp;</p><p></p><img src="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/BLOG_POST_IMAGE/e89921d7-4ef6-4f74-a30f-7a77e9cd1471/cs.1696594322722.jpg" class=""><p></p><h2>DIE PERSON KARLOS IN DER KURZFASSUNG</h2><p>Karlos "Terminator" Vémola ist ein legendärer tschechischer Ringer und MMA-Pionier in der Tschechischen Republik und der Slowakei, der erste Tscheche in der UFC, Träger mehrerer Halbschwergewichts- und Mittelgewichtstitel in tschechischen und britischen Verbänden und eine sportliche Berühmtheit, der die Welt mit seinem extravaganten Lebensstil und seiner extrovertierten Art unterhält</p><p></p><h2>EXPERTENSPRACHE: GEWICHTSKLASSE UND KAMPFSTIL</h2><p>Die Gewichtsklasse, in der Karlos kämpft, hat sich im Laufe seiner Karriere verändert. In den Anfängen des professionellen Kampfsports startete er im Schwergewicht, aber seitdem hat er nur noch im Halbschwergewicht und im Mittelgewicht gekämpft, zwischen denen er immer wieder wechselte. Vor kurzem gab er bekannt, dass er für den Rest seiner Karriere nur noch im Halbschwergewicht kämpfen wird.</p><p>Sein Hintergrund, also die Kampfsportart, aus der er stammt, ist der griechisch-römische Ringkampf. Karlos ist unglaublich stark, vor allem am Boden. Dort will man sich wirklich nicht mit ihm anlegen, denn dann ist der Sieg fast sicher auf seiner Seite</p><p></p><oktyoutubecomponent url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nquUa-y0xPE"></oktyoutubecomponent><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div></div></div></div></div><h2>KARLOS' GESCHICHTE: VON DEN ANFÄNGEN BIS HEUTE</h2></div></div><h3>KINDHEIT UND JUGENDALTER</h3><p>Stellt euch den kleinen Carlos vor. Ein kleiner Junge mit einer dicken Brille, ein Naturbursche, der gerne Schmetterlinge fängt. Trotz seiner langjährigen Augenprobleme ist er kein verkanntes Kind. Er hat viel Energie und Temperament, gerät oft in Schwierigkeiten und betreibt seit seiner Kindheit Kampfsport. Sein Vater nimmt ihn zum griechisch-römischen Ringen mit und träumt von einem Olympiasieg seines Sprösslings.</p><p>Doch der Teenager Karel verfolgt eine andere sportliche Leidenschaft. Gestählte Muskeln und Krafttraining werden zu seiner Priorität und ein Poster von Arnold Schwarzenegger an der Wand seines Kinderzimmers spornt ihn zu Höchstleistungen an. Nach seinem Vorbild und dem gleichnamigen legendären Film, wählt er später auch seinen Spitznamen. Das Ziel ist klar: Der beste Bodybuilder der Welt zu sein. Im Alter von 19 Jahren geht er nach England, wo er auf bessere Bedingungen und die Erfüllung seines Traums hofft.</p><p></p><h3><strong>DIE ANFÄNGE DER MMA-KARRIERE: VOM BODYBUILDER ZUM KÄMPFER</strong></h3><p>Das Leben in England stellt ihm einige Hindernisse in den Weg, aber er geht mit ihnen auf "karlowsche" Weise um. Bei seiner ersten Teilnahme an den britischen Bodybuilding-Meisterschaften wird er nicht in der Juniorenkategorie zugelassen, gewinnt jedoch direkt die erwachsene Herrenklasse. Die mit Wettkämpfen einhergehenden Kontroversen und Unwägbarkeiten nerven ihn jedoch allmählich so sehr, dass sein Interesse am Bodybuilding nachlässt. Er verdient seinen Lebensunterhalt als Türsteher in einem Nachtclub, und als er einen Streit zwischen zwei professionellen MMA-Kämpfern mit Leichtigkeit schlichten kann, beeindruckt er deren Manager so sehr, dass er ihn unter seine Fittiche nimmt und ihn zum Training überredet. Nach zwei Wochen im Fitnessstudio gewinnt er seinen ersten Kampf in der ersten Runde und setzt seinen Siegeszug munter fort. Doch dann gelingt ihm etwas, was noch nie ein Tscheche zuvor geschafft hat.</p><p></p><h3>KARLOS VÉMOLA, ERSTER TSCHECHE IN DER UFC</h3><p>Karlos ist der erste Tscheche, der es in die UFC schafft und damit für immer in die tschechische Sportgeschichte eingeht. Obwohl sein erster Kampf mit einer Niederlage endet, überzeugt Karlos das Publikum davon, dass er den Vertrag nicht umsonst unterschrieben hat. Insgesamt bestreitet er sechs Kämpfe in der UFC, mit unterschiedlichen Leistungen. In seinem letzten Kampf in Brasilien wird auch er von den anspruchsvollen klimatischen Bedingungen beeinträchtigt und seine Zeit in der berühmten Organisation geht leider zu Ende.</p><p>Wir schreiben das Jahr 2013 und Karlos hat noch eine Reihe von Kämpfen vor sich, um seine steile Karriere weiter auszubauen. Vom Vereinigten Königreich zieht er in sein Heimatland, wo er Herausforderungen von einer Reihe von tschechischen Kämpfern annimmt und weitere Siege einfährt.</p><p>Er erhält erneut die Chance, in die UFC zurückzukehren, verliert aber einen wichtigen Kampf gegen Jack Hermansson. Zu der Niederlage kommt noch eine Strafverfolgung wegen Steuerhinterziehung in England hinzu, für die er zu einem Jahr Gefängnis verurteilt wird. Das Jahr 2015 kommt für den tschechischen Terminator deshalb ziemlich düster daher.</p><p>Am Ende verbüßt er jedoch nur die Hälfte seiner Strafe und kehrt anschließend mit voller Kraft zum Kampfsport zurück. Er bleibt 3 Jahre lang ohne Niederlage.</p><p></p><h3>WERDEGANG EINER LEGENDE: KARLOS VÉMOLA UND OKTAGON</h3><p>Im Jahr 2019 wird Karlos Teil unserer Organisation und soll mit uns die Popularität eines Kampfsports aufbauen, der bis dahin in der tschechischen Sportszene seinesgleichen sucht. Der Jahrhundertkampf gegen Attila Vegh im November 2019 und der Rückkampf gegen Patrik Kincl im Jahr 2023 brechen alle Zuschauerrekorde und werden zu einem echten Phänomen - sowohl sportlich als auch gesellschaftlich. So wie Karlos aus der MMA-Szene nicht mehr wegzudenken ist, so ist auch die MMA-Szene ohne Karlos nicht mehr vorstellbar.</p><p></p><h2>KÄMPFE, DIE MAN EINFACH KENNEN MUSS</h2><h3>JAHRHUNDERTKAMPF: VÉMOLA GEGEN VÉGH</h3><p>Ein Kampf, bei dem zwei tschechoslowakische MMA-Ikonen aufeinander trafen und die ganze Aufmerksamkeit der Fans, Journalisten und Kampfsportexperten auf sich zogen. Karlos verlor den Kampf schließlich und es war das erste Mal in seiner Karriere, dass er durch KO besiegt wurde. Erinnern wir uns noch einmal an diesen unvergesslichen Kampf:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="127"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA GEGEN KINCL</h3><p>Diese zwei großen Rivalen trafen nach fünf Jahren nochmals im Käfig aufeinander, um ihre langjährige Fehde beizulegen. Der über fünf Runden andauernde Käfigkampf endete mit einem Sieg für Patrick Kincl, der so seinen Meisterschaftsgürtel im Mittelgewicht behalten durfte. Der Kampf erregte bei den Medien, den Fachleuten und der breiten Öffentlichkeit wieder einmal unglaubliche Aufmerksamkeit, und wochenlang war von nichts anderem mehr die Rede.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="607"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3><strong>VÉMOLA GEGEN ILIĆ</strong></h3><p></p><p>Nur einen Monat nach seinem Sieg über den polnischen Veteranen Pasternak bezwang Karlos per Würgegriff Aleksander Ilic in der ersten Runde und wurde Interim-Champion der OKTAGON MMA Halbschwergewichtsklasse.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="516"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3><strong>VÉMOLA GEGEN LOHORÉ</strong></h3><p>Karlos hatte diesen Titelkampf während der ganzen fünf Runden fest in der Hand. Er gewann in den Augen aller Punktrichter und konnte den OKTAGON MMA Mittelgewichtsgürtel feiern. Rekapitulieren wir hier die herrlichen fünf Runden dieses Kampfes:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="302"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3><strong>VÉMOLA GEGEN PETRUZELLI</strong></h3><p>Der Terminator hat seinen ersten Sieg in der UFC mit Stil eingefahren. Der Kämpfer aus Petruzelli, der als erster überhaupt den legendären Kimbo Slice besiegte, wurde von Karlos per TKO in der ersten Runde erledigt. Er wurde sogar mit einer Geldprämie für das beste Finish des Abends belohnt.</p><p></p><h3><strong>VÉMOLA GEGEN HERMANSSON</strong></h3><p>Der Schwede mit UFC-Erfahrung verpasste Karlos nach nur zwei Minuten einen fiesen Armbar und vermasselte ihm somit den Weg zurück in diese berühmte Organisation. Karlos zeigte jedoch abermals seinen Kampfgeist, als er sich den Arm brechen ließ, anstatt aufzugeben.</p><p></p><h2>KARLOS AUSSERHALB DES KÄFIGS</h2><p>Karlos ist nicht nur MMA, Karlos ist ein Lebensstil. Mit seiner Frau Lela genießt er einen verschwenderischen Lebensstil, teure Autos und exotische Haustiere, die er in seiner luxuriösen Residenz hält. In seinem Privatzoo (dem sogenannten Vémoland) hält er eine Löwin, ein Krokodil, einen Hai und sogar ein Känguru. In der Vergangenheit hat er auch seine eigene Talkshow namens KARLOS SHOW moderiert und verkauft seine Produkte unter der Marke KTV. Er weiß einfach, wie er die Kraft seiner Persönlichkeit für seinen Erfolg nutzen kann.</p><p></p><h2>P. S. INTERESSANTE FAKTEN, DIE NICHT JEDER WEISS</h2><p>Karlos hat sein Vorbild Arnold schließlich tatsächlich persönlich getroffen!</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2jALYAJuEt/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p>Eines seiner Vorbilder ist Gustav Frištenský, eine Legende des tschechischen und internationalen Ringkampfs, der zur Wende vom 19. zum 20. Jahrhundert lebte.</p><p>Im Jahr 2024 wird ein biographischer Film über ihn von Regisseur Michal Samir veröffentlicht werden.</p>

Karlos Terminator Vémola. Vermutlich fällt jedem bei der Erwähnung dieses Namens etwas ein. MMA-Legende, Showbiz-Star oder Liebhaber exotischer Tiere.

DAS PHÄNOMEN KARLOS - ALLES, WAS IHR WISSEN MÜSST

<p><strong>Karlos Terminator Vemola. The name probably brings to mind something for everyone. MMA legend, showbiz star or exotic animal lover. </strong>Join us as we look beneath the surface of the headlines and get to know the incredible story of the athlete who has shown the Czechs and Slovaks the power of martial arts. Everything you need to know about the Terminator in one article.&nbsp;</p><p></p><img src="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/BLOG_POST_IMAGE/e89921d7-4ef6-4f74-a30f-7a77e9cd1471/cs.1696594322722.jpg" class=""><p></p><h2>WHO IS KARLOS IN ONE SENTENCE?</h2><p>Karlos "Terminator" Vémola = legendary Czech fighter and pioneer of MMA in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the first Czech ever in the UFC, holder of several light heavyweight and middleweight titles in Czech and British organizations and a sports figure who entertains the world with his flamboyant lifestyle and extroverted personality.</p><p></p><h2>TALK LIKE AN EXPERT: WEIGHT CLASSES AND FIGHTING STYLE</h2><p>The weight class in which Karlos fights has changed throughout his career. At the very beginning of his professional career he competed at heavyweight, but since then he has only fought at light heavyweight and middleweight, which he has switched around. Although he recently announced that he will only fight at light heavyweight for the rest of his career.</p><p>His background, meaning the martial art he comes from, is Greco-Roman wrestling. He is incredibly strong, especially when fighting on the ground. You really do not want to get there with him, because then the victory would almost certainly be on his side.</p><p></p><oktyoutubecomponent url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXDtiCe5-aY"></oktyoutubecomponent><p></p><h2>KARLOS' STORY: FROM THE BEGINNING UNTIL TODAY</h2><h3>CHILDHOOD AND YOUTH</h3><p>Imagine little Karlos. A boy with thick glasses, who is happiest in the nature, where he loves to catch butterflies so much. Despite his longstanding eye problems, he is not a timid child. Full of energy and temperament, he often gets into trouble and has been doing martial arts since childhood. His father takes him to Greco-Roman wrestling and dreams of little Karlos becoming an Olympic champion one day.</p><p>But the teenage Karel falls in love with another sport. Sculpted muscles and weight training become his priority, and a poster of Arnold Schwarzenegger on the wall of the teenager's bedroom motivates him to perform at his best. It is after his role model and the legendary film that he later chooses his nickname. The goal is clear: to be the best bodybuilder in the world. At the age of 19, he leaves for England, where he hopes to find better conditions and the fulfillment of his dream.</p><p></p><p></p><h3>THE BEGINNING OF HIS MMA CAREER: FROM BODYBUILDER TO A FIGHTER</h3><p>Life in England throws obstacles in his way, but he fights them in a "Karlovian" way. When he first participated in the UK bodybuilding championship, he was not allowed to enter the junior category, so he straight away won the men's category. However, the controversies and uncertainties associated with the competitions began to annoy him so much that his interest in bodybuilding faded. He earns a living as a nightclub bouncer, and when he easily settles a fight between two professional MMA fighters, he impresses their manager enough to take him under his wing and convince him to train. After two weeks in the gym, he wins his first fight in the first round and continues his winning streak cheerfully on. Until he does what no Czech has ever done before.</p><p></p><h3>KARLOS VÉMOLA, THE FIRST CZECH IN UFC</h3><p>Karlos becomes the first Czech to enter the UFC, and thus he will forever be a part of Czech history. Although his first fight ends in defeat, Karlos convinces the crowd that he didn't sign the contract by accident. In total, he competes in six fights in the UFC, in which his performance is variable. In his last fight in Brazil, the difficult environmental conditions take their toll on him and his journey in the famous organization unfortunately comes to an end.</p><p>It is 2013 and Carlos has several fights ahead of him to further build his star career. He moves from the UK back to his home country where he accepts challenges from a series of Czech fighters and picks up more wins.</p><p>He gets another chance to return to the UFC, but loses a key fight to Jack Hermansson. On top of the defeat, he is charged with tax evasion in England, for which he is sentenced to one year in prison. So it seems that in 2015, the Czech Terminator is fading into the night.</p><p>However, he ends up serving only half of his sentence and then returns to wrestling in full force. He remains undefeated for 3 years.</p><p></p><h3>BECOMING A LEGEND: KARLOS VÉMOLA AND OKTAGON</h3><p>In 2019, Karlos becomes a part of our organization. He is helping us increase the popularity of martial arts which until then had no parallel in the Czechoslovak sports scene. His fight of the century with Attila Vegh in November 2019 and the rematch with Patrik Kincl in 2023 completely break all spectator records and become a real phenomenon - both sporting and social. Just as it's impossible to imagine Karlos without MMA, it's hard to imagine MMA without Karlos anymore.</p><p></p><p></p><h2>FIGHTS THAT YOU JUST HAVE TO KNOW</h2><h3>FIGHT OF THE CENTURY: VÉMOLA VS. VÉGH</h3><p>A fight in which two Czechoslovakian MMA icons faced each other and attracted the attention of fans, journalists and martial arts experts. Karlos eventually lost the fight and it was the first time in his career that he was finished by KO. Revisit this unforgettable fight:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="127"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. KINCL</h3><p>The great rivals reunited in the cage after five years to settle their long-standing dispute. The five-round cage fight ended with a victory for Patrick Kincl, who retained his middleweight championship belt. The fight once again attracted an incredible amount of media, and both professional and public attention, and nobody talked about anything else for weeks.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="607"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. ILIĆ</h3><p>Just one month after his victory over the Polish veteran Pasternak, Karlos choked out Aleksander Ilić in the first round to become the temporary champion of the OKTAGON MMA light heavyweight division.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="516"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. LOHORÉ</h3><p>Karlos had this title fight in his hands for all five rounds. Thus, he won in the eyes of all the scoring judges and could celebrate his victory of the OKTAGON MMA light heavyweight belt. Check out the beautiful five rounds of the fight:</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="302"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. PETRUZELLI</h3><p>The Terminator started his first UFC win in style. Petruzelli, who was the first fighter ever to defeat the legendary Kimbo Slice, was finished by Karlos via TKO in the first round. He was even rewarded with a cash bonus for the best finish of the night.</p><p></p><h3>VÉMOLA VS. HERMANSSON</h3><p>The Swede with UFC experience put Karlos in a tough armbar after just two minutes to close the door back to the famous organization. However, Karlos proved what a fighter he is by getting his arm broken instead of tapping out.</p><p></p><h2>KARLOS OUTSIDE OF THE CAGE</h2><p>Karlos is not just MMA, Karlos, he is a lifestyle. With his wife Lela, he enjoys a luxurious lifestyle, expensive cars and exotic pets that he keeps in his deluxe residence. He has a lioness, a crocodile, a shark and even a kangaroo in his private zoo (named Vémoland). In the past, he has also hosted his own talk show called the KARLOS SHOW and sells his products under the KTV brand. He just knows how to use the power of his personality to succeed.</p><p></p><h2>P. S. INTERESTING FACTS THAT NOT EVERYONE KNOWS</h2><p>Karlos met his role model Arnold in person!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/B2jALYAJuEt/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p>He describes Gustav Frištenský, a legend of Czech and world wrestling who lived at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, as one of his role models.</p><p>In 2024, a biographical movie about him will be released by director Michal Samir.</p><p></p>

Karlos Terminator Vemola. The name probably brings to mind something for everyone. MMA legend, showbiz star or exotic animal lover.

THE KARLOS PHENOMENON. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

<p>The Prague Fortuna Arena witnessed one of the greatest moments in European MMA history on June 14, 2025. OKTAGON 72 etched itself into the history books – not only as the culmination of an iconic trilogy between two legends, but also as an event that once again pushed the boundaries of the sports and entertainment show in combat sports. Eden was packed, and every fan in attendance knew they were witnessing something extraordinary. Let’s take a look back at what happened in Eden.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/7ee15392-8368-4489-ba85-975aa8a78dd5/cs.1750617781418.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/63810b9f-9733-4f0a-8242-f3ec509a1be1/cs.1750617788819.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>THE ENDURING LEGACY OF KARLOS VÉMOLA</h2><p>The final fight of the Vémola vs Végh trilogy. Five rounds that defined the greatest rivalry in Czech-Slovak MMA history. <strong>Karlos "Terminátor" Vémola</strong> delivered a champion-worthy performance in Eden, defeating Attila Végh by decision despite all doubts. The final bell not only marked victory in their historic trilogy but also <strong>symbolized the end of his professional career.</strong></p><p>Vémola exits as an absolute legend, holder of the Infinity Belt, loved and hated, but forever etched in the hearts of fans. His story proves that even in difficult times, one can overcome themselves and show why he was, is, and will be called the king of OKTAGON.</p><h2>THE NEW MIDDLEWEIGHT SHERIFF: MAKHMUD MURADOV</h2><p>In one of the most anticipated fights of the evening, <strong>Makhmud Muradov</strong> and <strong>Patrik Kincl</strong> clashed for the interim middleweight title. Muradov confirmed his role as the favorite, winning convincingly by decision. He <strong>remains undefeated in OKTAGON</strong> and with the title win, has firmly placed himself among the elite.</p><p>The Uzbek fighter is now eyeing further challenges – particularly from the million-euro Tipsport Gamechanger pyramid, where the quarterfinals will take place in August, and from which a potential future challenger could arise. Muradov’s calmness, accuracy, and dominance in both striking and grappling ensure that his name will continue to be relevant in the months to come.</p><h2>MOVES IN THE GLOBAL RANKINGS</h2><p>The tournament in Eden not only brought emotions but also significant moves in the global Fightmatrix rankings. Several OKTAGON fighters earned important victories and made their mark on the global scene:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Makhmud Muradov</strong> – strengthened his position among the world elite in middleweight and moved up to 32nd place in the global rankings.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Rony Paradeiser </strong>– his first welterweight fight went excellently, catapulting him to #654 in the global rankings.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Daniel Škvor</strong> – “DeeDee” did not disappoint again. After delivering a devastating finish, he broke into the world top 100, specifically at #97.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Alina Dalaslan</strong> – for the young German, this was a crucial win, propelling her to #79 in the women’s bantamweight rankings.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Jakub Batfalský</strong> – his fifth straight win moved him to #269 in the world featherweight rankings – who will he face next in OKTAGON?</p></li></ul><h2>OKTAGON 74 RETURNS TO ŠTVANICE</h2><p>During OKTAGON 72, the next destination was announced live: the legendary Prague’s Štvanice. Fans’ reactions were immediate – <strong>within just five days, 80% of the tickets were sold out.</strong></p><p>OKTAGON 74, taking place on <strong>August 9, 2025</strong>, will feature the quarterfinals of <strong>Tipsport Gamechanger</strong> in middleweight, <strong>a title fight for women</strong>, and other exciting bouts. After two years, OKTAGON returns to the place where the most impressive summer stories are written, and the atmosphere under the open sky is among the most beautiful in the entire sporting calendar.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 72 was more than just a tournament. It was a manifestation of courage, determination, and strong emotions. Whether you were there in person or watching from home – this evening will be forever etched in history. And we already know that the next great chapter will be written in August at Štvanice.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="119"></okteventcomponent>

The Prague Fortuna Arena witnessed one of the greatest moments in European MMA history on June 14, 2025. OKTAGON 72 etched itself into the history books – not only as the culmination of an iconic trilogy between two legends.

LOOKING BACK AT OKTAGON 72: LONG LIVE THE KING OF OKTAGON!

<p>The grand OKTAGON 72 tournament brought several close fights. The judges had a tough job, and many bouts were decided by the smallest of details. Let’s go through all the matches from the judges' perspective.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/17997d0e-bc40-4b30-b837-3f196c6fbcb0/cs.1750102382081.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/12c8d943-0602-42a7-b0f9-8dd71586f23f/cs.1750102396465.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>KARLOS VÉMOLA vs ATTILA VÉGH</h2><p>The culmination of a long-standing trilogy was ultimately decided by control and pressure, which was clearly on Karlos Vémola’s side. Even before the fifth round, the fight was still close, but with his physical resilience and strength, the Czech "Terminator" ended his career with the biggest win of his life.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1127" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>MAKHMUD MURADOV vs PATRIK KINCL</h2><p>Makhmud Muradov and Patrik Kincl entered the fight in excellent form, and neither slowed down in the fourth and fifth rounds. From the beginning of the fight, "Mach" was slightly more active, and Kincl couldn’t find an answer to his strategy, which was reflected in the judges' scorecards.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1153" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>IVAN BUCHINGER vs VLADO LENGÁL</h2><p>This fight did not disappoint. Lengál definitely surprised many fans and even Buchinger with how much he had improved his takedown defense. However, it wasn’t enough against the legendary “Buki.” In the second round, Buchinger got to Lengál’s back, gradually wore him down, and eventually secured a Rear-Naked Choke for the win.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1186" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>BOJAN VELIČKOVIĆ vs RONALD PARADEISER</h2><p>The top-tier welterweight fight ended early due to an injury to Bojan, who was forced to tap out. However, during the first 90 seconds, Rony showed that he would be a massive challenge for everyone in the new division.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1158" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>DANIEL ŠKVOR vs LUCAS ALSINA</h2><p>Daniel Škvor won with a beautiful knockout in the second round, when he sent the experienced Alsina to the canvas after a series of hard strikes. The referee stepped in correctly to stop the fight. Another finish for the popular Czech fighter.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1200" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>JAMIE CORDERO vs DAVID HOŠEK</h2><p>Hošek relied on the first two minutes, throwing heavy strikes. However, when the fight went to the ground, Cordero knew exactly what to do and finished the fight in the second round due to a large cut on Hošek’s face.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1191" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>KAROL RYŠAVÝ vs JAKUB BATFALSKÝ</h2><p>Batfalský and Ryšavý delivered one of the best fights of the night. On the feet and on the ground, it was a very close battle, and the winner was decided by the smallest of details. Batfalský was a little more precise and had more control, so after three rounds, he rightfully claimed the victory.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1188" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>ALINA DALASLAN vs ROŹA GUMIENNA</h2><p>Another dominant performance from the young German beauty, Alina Dalaslan. From the start, she put pressure on Gumienna, bombarding her with hard strikes that led to Gumienna’s TKO in the second round.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1181" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>ROMAN PAULUS vs AYTON PAEPE</h2><p>Roman Paulus couldn’t find a way to threaten his opponent. Paepe defended the takedown attempts well and was more dangerous and accurate in the stand-up.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1201" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><h2>JAN STANOVSKÝ vs DANIJEL SOLAJA</h2><p>A very close battle between two brave fighters ended in the final seconds of the third round, when Stanovský managed to apply an armbar, and Solaja was forced to tap out. In a bloody fight, Jan Stanovský emerged victorious.</p><oktscorecardfightcomponent fightid="1195" smallerversion="true"></oktscorecardfightcomponent><p><br></p><p><strong>The MMA celebration of the year 2025 in Eden is now in the past, but the euphoria continues! The stadium witnessed fights that got fans out of their seats, surprising twists, and emotional farewells from legends. After this night, Czech-Slovak MMA will never be the same again. And we are already planning more epic moments – stay with us!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="111"></okteventcomponent>

The grand OKTAGON 72 tournament brought several close fights. The judges had a tough job, and many bouts were decided by the smallest of details. Let’s go through all the matches from the judges' perspective.

OKTAGON 72 THROUGH THE EYES OF THE JUDGES: CLOSE BATTLES DECIDED BY THE SMALLEST DETAILS

<p><span>&nbsp;</span>OKTAGON 72 brought an incredible climax to long-standing rivalries on the domestic MMA scene. The outdoor stadium in Eden hosted several historic moments that will be remembered for a long time, and some of them will likely never be forgotten. Let’s go through the tournament results and revisit the thrilling action of each fight.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/7c695ed6-cd57-4a35-9021-cd176574a41c/cs.1750001244791.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/3458b0fd-92f7-448c-8eea-e8d1d86cbe94/cs.1750001285094.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>KARLOS VÉMOLA vs ATTILA VÉGH</h2><p><span>In one word – LEGENDARY! The last dance between two icons of Czech and Slovak MMA was everything we hoped for. We witnessed all five rounds of an incredible fight that was back and forth, and until the very end, it wasn’t clear who would take the victory. Vémola absorbed several hard punches and started to wobble, but with sheer willpower, he stayed on his feet and managed to push Attila back to the cage, where he thrives. Végh showed significant improvement in defending against Karlos’s attacks. This epic final led to several nail-biting moments for fans of both camps. In the end, it was Karlos Vémola's hunger and desire for victory that proved to be greater. He became the eternal winner of the Infinity Belt and the ultimate legend of domestic MMA.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1127"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MAKHMUD MURADOV vs PATRIK KINCL</h2><p><span>Muradov and Kincl delivered the world-class MMA performance we’ve all been waiting for. A strategic and technical five-round battle that sometimes felt like a chess match, with both fighters carefully reading each other's moves and preparing for their offensive. The Uzbek fighter was clearly superior in this game, and after the five-round war, he walked away not only with a valuable scalp of one of the best Czech fighters but also the interim middleweight title. Muradov once again showed great form, and we can look forward to seeing him next.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1153"></oktfightcomponent><h2>IVAN BUCHINGER vs VLADO LENGÁL</h2><p><span>A true clash of styles. One wanted to dominate on the feet, the other on the ground, and it turned into a thrilling fight that had the entire stadium on its feet. Lengál surprised many fans and experts with how much he improved his takedown defense, but it wasn’t enough against the legendary Buchinger. In the second round, Ivan stuck to Lengál’s back, gradually wore him down, and eventually secured a Rear-Naked Choke to claim another victory via submission. A fantastic fight that set the stage for the final bouts of the tournament.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1186"></oktfightcomponent><h2>BOJAN VELIČKOVIĆ vs RONALD PARADEISER</h2><p><span>A highly anticipated fight, but unfortunately, it ended prematurely due to injury. After only 90 seconds of the fight, Veličković tapped out, likely suffering a muscle tear in his leg. But even in those 90 seconds, Rony showed his progress, and despite the premature end, it was clear he was on his way to victory. The gracious Veličković put his gloves in the center of the cage and announced his retirement from professional MMA. Thank you for all your fights and we wish you the best, champion! Rony’s important victory shot him to the top of the welterweight rankings, where a host of hungry challengers await. We can’t wait to see who Rony faces next.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1158"></oktfightcomponent><h2>DANIEL ŠKVOR vs LUCAS ALSINA</h2><p><span>Škvor may have spent the last month on the rocks, but it didn’t change his style. His relentless strikes in the stand-up game were too much for Alsina. Škvor relied heavily on teep kicks in the beginning, which kept him at the perfect distance and wore down his Argentine opponent. However, “La Cobra” showed heart and a solid chin. But it wasn’t enough. The beloved "DeeDee" finished the fight via TKO at the end of the second round.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1200"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAMIE CORDERO vs DAVID HOŠEK</h2><p><span>Jamie Cordero confirmed his role as the favorite and showcased his quality once again. In the first round, there was a controversial (non) tap from Czech "Sparťan" Hošek, which temporarily threw off the German fighter, but in the second round, he wasn’t willing to leave anything to chance. A quick takedown and hard elbows in dominant position opened Hošek up, and the fight was stopped. A fourth win in a row for Jamie Cordero – who will he face next?</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1191"></oktfightcomponent><h2>KAROL RYŠAVÝ vs JAKUB BATFALSKÝ</h2><p><span>What a fight! Jakub Batfalský and Karol Ryšavý delivered exactly what fans hoped for – a thrilling battle full of hard exchanges, twists, and ground techniques. Batfalský used his height advantage to great effect and landed several quick jabs early in the fight. "Bomby" Ryšavý wasn’t ready to give up without a fight, engaging in exchanges, trying to bring the fight to the ground, and making life difficult for the young Ostrava fighter. But it wasn’t enough. After three rounds of fantastic action, Jakub Batfalský won by decision.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1188"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ALINA DALASLAN vs ROŹA GUMIENNA</h2><p><span>The young German beauty Alina Dalaslan showed her skills in only her second professional fight. Against the more experienced Roźa Gumienna, Alina displayed excellent preparation and toughness on the feet. The German was dominant throughout the fight, and in the third round, Roźa couldn’t resist anymore. Alina Dalaslan maintained her undefeated record, stopping her opponent via TKO.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1181"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ROMAN PAULUS vs AYTON PAEPE</h2><p><span>Ayton Paepe made a big impact in his debut. In the first round, he landed a hard knee that shook Paulus badly. In the second and third rounds, the Belgian "Hitman" was in control, and Roman couldn’t find a way to challenge him. Paepe defended well against takedown attempts and was more dangerous on the feet. A well-deserved victory by decision for the newcomer Ayton Paepe.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1201"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAN STANOVSKÝ vs DANIJEL SOLAJA</h2><p><span>The spectacular OKTAGON 72 started in great style. The fight between Stanovský and Solaja delivered the expected clash of two styles. Solaja was more successful in the first round, landing precise strikes. But Stanovský knew exactly what he wanted to do – bring the fight to the ground, find the best position, and attempt a submission. The very close fight ended in the final moments of the third round, when the Czech fighter managed to lock in an armbar, forcing Solaja to tap out. In a bloody battle, Jan Stanovský came out on top.</span></p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1195"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><span><strong>The biggest tournament of 2025 is officially in the books, and what a night it was! The history of Czech and Slovak MMA was forever changed in Eden, and the stories from this event will be talked about for years to come. Don't miss out on the next chapter of OKTAGON MMA!</strong></span></p><okteventcomponent eventid="119"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 72 brought an incredible climax to long-standing rivalries on the domestic MMA scene. The outdoor stadium in Eden hosted several historic moments that will be remembered for a long time, and some of them will likely never be forgotten.

OKTAGON 72 RESULTS: THE BIGGEST TOURNAMENT IN THE HISTORY OF THE HOME SCENE

<p>The historic OKTAGON 72 is just hours away. The weight is done, and nothing is stopping the tournament from taking place in Eden that will forever change Czech and Slovak MMA. Two icons, one last dance. Who will leave Fortuna Arena as the eternal winner? But it won't just be about the main event. We have an action-packed evening ahead from start to finish. Go through the card fight by fight and get ready to cheer for your favorites.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/a66f0aaa-3ac5-420a-828a-7358d5b77f41/cs.1749904522923.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/a8db8b95-cfb0-4353-9fdb-a9964aa6159e/cs.1749904553456.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>KARLOS VÉMOLA vs ATTILA VÉGH</h2><p>Enough talk – tomorrow it will all be decided! Two legends, two nations, and the final fight for everything. Both Karlos and Attila are facing the most important fight of their careers, and it will also be their last. In 2019, Végh won the "Fight of the Century," and in 2024, Vémola won the "Rematch of the Century." But only one will become eternal. Will Attila repeat his lightning-fast KO, or will we see a dominant performance from Karlos? The Infinity belt awaits. Everything will be decided this Saturday in the cage.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1127"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MAKHMUD MURADOV vs PATRIK KINCL</h2><p>We’ve been waiting for this fight for six years. Their rivalry has turned personal, and they want to settle it in the cage. Muradov made his OKTAGON return after UFC with victories over Scott Askham and Yasubei Enomoto. He is currently the highest-ranked male fighter in OKTAGON in the world rankings. Patrik Kincl was the longest-reigning P4P king and middleweight champion. Both fighters are happy with their preparations, so get ready for an intense showdown!</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1153"></oktfightcomponent><h2>IVAN BUCHINGER vs VLADO LENGÁL</h2><p>Buchinger, a European MMA legend, faces ambitious Lengál. Ivan is a former Cage Warriors champion and the first-ever two-time OKTAGON champion. His experience is unquestionable, and he loves to dominate his opponents on the ground. Lengál, known for his resilience and strong striking, will want to prove he belongs among the best. He wanted a fight with the legend, and now he has a chance to show he is a true MMA fighter. Will "Buki" exploit any gaps in Lengál’s style?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1186"></oktfightcomponent><h2>BOJAN VELIČKOVIĆ vs RONALD PARADEISER</h2><p>Bojan Veličković returns after a year-and-a-half break. The winner of the first season of Tipsport Gamechanger, who has fought names like Jiří Procházka and Darren Till, will face young Slovak talent Ronald Paradeiser, a former lightweight champion. Veličković is technically precise and knows how to adapt to his opponent’s style. Paradeiser, who is moving up to welterweight, will rely on his height advantage and increased dynamism. Both respect each other, but they know how crucial and tough this fight will be.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1158"></oktfightcomponent><h2>DANIEL ŠKVOR vs LUCAS ALSINA</h2><p>Daniel Škvor is truly unique. Barely off the rocks (literally, Dan spent the last weeks rock climbing!), he accepted the fight on short notice against dangerous Lucas Alsina at the biggest tournament of 2025. Yet, he is the big favorite! Škvor has several dominant victories, often finishing opponents in the first round. “DeeDee” is a KO machine and is heading for a rematch with champion Will Fleury. Alsina managed to challenge Vémola and even gave him trouble on the ground, which doesn’t happen every day. The Argentine striker wants to show that he has much more to offer and that he hasn’t said his final word in the light-heavyweight division.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1200"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAMIE CORDERO vs DAVID HOŠEK</h2><p>A fight that likely won’t go to the judges’ decision. Two fighters, two different styles, and a number of fast finishes on their records. Cordero has 4 first-round finishes in OKTAGON alone. “Sparťan” Hošek is known for his explosive strikes and is a tough opponent regardless of the outcome. Both fighters plan to finish the fight as soon as possible, so fans can expect a dynamic and fast-paced battle between two different styles. Who will impose their will?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1191"></oktfightcomponent><h2>KAROL RYŠAVÝ vs JAKUB BATFALSKÝ</h2><p>One of the most anticipated prelim fights. A Czech-Slovak battle between the rising talent from Ostrava and OKTAGON veteran and winner of OKTAGON Challenge, Karol Ryšavý. Jakub Batfalský has excellent momentum and is brimming with confidence. Karol Ryšavý enters as the favorite and aims to shut down the 22-year-old Jakub. This is an extremely important fight for both, and their desire to impress in front of a packed Eden stadium will only add to the intensity. Aggressive youth vs experienced power – who will succeed?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1188"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ALINA DALASLAN vs ROŹA GUMIENNA</h2><p>The princess of German MMA arrives in Prague with a clear goal – to show that she is the new beast in the division. Confident Alina Dalaslan has only one professional fight, but she is a world amateur champion who has never lost, even in K1, where she holds a perfect 11-0 record. Her opponent will be the seasoned Polish fighter Roźa Gumienna, who knows that her experience and abilities will help her give the young German her first loss.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1181"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ROMAN PAULUS vs AYTON PAEPE</h2><p>Roman Paulus and Ayton Paepe accepted the fight on short notice, and they both deserve great respect. For the Belgian fighter, this will be his debut in the organization, and he has the chance to make a name for himself at the largest Czech stadium. Roman Paulus will want to redeem himself after his most recent loss. His goal is always clear – to take the fight to the ground and secure a submission. Will he manage to do so against the experienced Ayton?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1201"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAN STANOVSKÝ vs DANIJEL SOLAJA</h2><p>Stanovský, the 26-year-old rising star from Brno, has proven multiple times that he has the heart of a fighter. Once again, he accepted a fight on short notice against a dangerous opponent. Danijel Solaja is a three-time world champion in K1 and a member of the elite UFD Gym, where he trains with stars like Kerim Engizek and Deniz Ilbay. The tension between the two was palpable at the press conference, and we’re in for a treat tomorrow. You can also watch the fight as part of the free prelims on our YouTube channel, so don’t miss it!</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1195"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><strong>Just a few hours left before the biggest tournament of 2025 begins – outdoors at Eden stadium, with the biggest fights. The end of a great era and the last dance of two legends who helped shape MMA in Czechia and Slovakia. Will you be there? If not, make sure to buy the PPV because this is an event that will be talked about for a long time!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

The historic OKTAGON 72 is just hours away. The weight is done, and nothing is stopping the tournament from taking place in Eden that will forever change Czech and Slovak MMA. Two icons, one last dance.

OKTAGON 72 FIGHT-BY-FIGHT: A NIGHT OF LEGENDS, LONGTIME RIVALRIES AND WORLD-CLASS MMA

<p><strong>OKTAGON 72</strong> at Eden will be a celebration for all MMA fans. A unique outdoor tournament, with an unforgettable show and an action-packed side program, but most importantly, with the <strong>biggest fights in the domestic scene!</strong> The finale of the great rivalry between Vémola and Végh, and the intense middleweight showdown between Muradov and Kincl. Check out the most interesting statistics and get ready for the historic event, whether you'll be in the stadium or watching from the comfort of your home.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/10210494-fa41-4a62-aa60-2c802f7fcc0d/cs.1749809097155.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/4a959a16-3168-4105-8e14-98e9f4548b77/cs.1749809105452.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>VETERANS WHO WERE THERE AT THE START OF THE MMA BOOM</h2><p>When we look at the careers of OKTAGON veterans, it's no surprise that the biggest names are <strong>Karlos Vémola, Attila Végh</strong>, and <strong>Ivan Buchinger</strong>. All three fighters began their professional careers in 2008. However, what may surprise you is that the most experienced in professional MMA is <strong>Patrik Kincl</strong>, who had his first fight in 2007. At that time, the sport was still in its infancy, and very few people knew about it. Today, MMA is the fastest-growing sport in the world.</p><p>For context, in 2008, movies like the first Iron Man, which kicked off the superhero movie era, and The Dark Knight, where Heath Ledger memorably portrayed the Joker, were playing in theaters. The iPhone 3G, which was many people's first smartphone, also hit the market. While our veterans started fighting and shaping Czech and Slovak MMA, the world around them was experiencing a technological revolution.</p><h2>THE BEST OF OKTAGON</h2><p>Eden will also feature <strong>the best of the best who are fighting in OKTAGON</strong>. Just take a look at the positions of fighters in the respected global rankings of FightMatrix, and it's clear that this card will showcase a truly world-class level.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Makhmud Muradov</strong> is ranked 39th in the middleweight division.</p></li><li><p><strong>Patrik Kincl</strong> is ranked 60th in the middleweight division.</p></li><li><p><strong>Karlos Vémola</strong> is ranked 68th in the light heavyweight division.</p></li><li><p><strong>Attila Végh </strong>is ranked 187th in the light heavyweight division.</p></li><li><p><strong>Bojan Veličković</strong> is ranked 55th in the welterweight division.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ronald Paradeiser</strong> is ranked 124th in the welterweight division.</p></li></ul><p>It's worth mentioning that Attila Végh once reached as high as <strong>17th</strong> in the world rankings, a truly impressive achievement! Similarly, Karlos Vémola was among the top 50 in the world. Who will rise again after OKTAGON 72?</p><h2>THE UNDEFEATED BEAUTY ALINA DALASLAN</h2><p>The only participant in the tournament with an undefeated record. Although she has only one professional fight, Alina has never lost, even as an amateur or in her K1 matches, where she holds a perfect 11-0 record. In an interview with OKTAGON, she stated that she considers herself the best fighter in her weight class at OKTAGON, and she will have the chance to prove her words at Eden. She faces the dangerous opponent Roźa Gumienna, who has already fought the top of the division and plans to stop the young German's flawless streak.</p><h2>IS FATE FAVORABLE TO IVAN BUCHINGER?</h2><p>Ivan Buchinger enters the fight with Brno's Vlado Lengál as a clear favorite. And it's not just the bookmakers who favor him — since 2019, he has alternated between 2 wins and 1 loss, without a single exception! Knowledgeable fans know that "Buki" scored a fantastic win in his last fight against the dangerous Hafeni Nafuka. The statistics are in his favor, but statistics alone don't win fights. Vlado Lengál is strong in striking and will want to showcase his skills on the biggest domestic stage. Will he break Buchinger's streak?</p><h2>FORGET ABOUT LONG FIGHTS AND JUDGES' DECISIONS</h2><p>Recent OKTAGON events have clearly shown how fast MMA fights can be. And in front of a packed Fortuna Arena, all the fighters will want to show their best. The card also features several experts in fast finishes. The fastest finish in OKTAGON is held by Karlos Vémola, who <strong>won in an incredible 5 seconds</strong>. Daniel Škvor won in 26 seconds in a way that few expected – by submission! Rony Paradeiser has three fights under 38 seconds, the fastest being a 21-second victory. A scalp like that against Veličković would be a huge success. Jamie Cordero also finishes fights incredibly fast – against Török, it only took two punches and a KO in 22 seconds. Against Hošek's bombs, it will be an intense battle. Will we see another lightning-fast KO?</p><p><strong>Eden. The place where it all happens. A packed Fortuna Arena, an unforgettable show, and fights that will be remembered. And you still have the chance to be part of it! Don't miss your chance to see firsthand how the history of Czech and Slovak MMA is being written. The last tickets are available now.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 72 at Eden will be a celebration for all MMA fans. A unique outdoor tournament, with an unforgettable show and an action-packed side program, but most importantly, with the biggest fights in the domestic scene! 

OKTAGON 72 IN NUMBERS: RECORD HOLDERS, WORLD-CLASS TALENT, AND DEBUTANTS AND VETERANS

<p>The princess of German MMA, Alina Dalaslan, is preparing for her fight at OKTAGON 72 in Eden. She handled her professional debut against Kamila Šimková excellently. On June 14th, however, she faces what could be the biggest challenge of her career in the form of Polish striker Róża Gumienna. How does she evaluate her opponent? And what was the transition from amateur to professional MMA like for her? Find out this and much more in our interview.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/ec969a19-5c9f-4252-bfbf-e395f21dfaf4/cs.1749216761054.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/fdb6f6c9-4259-4e6f-87eb-f4e90779e6cb/cs.1749216767529.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><p><strong>Hi Alina, how are you doing at the moment? Is your preparation going according to plan?</strong></p><p>The preparation is going perfectly, just as planned. I feel fitter than ever and am ready for 14.06.</p><p><strong>What does your training day look like right now?</strong></p><p>In fight week, training is already completed and the main focus is on mental strength and technique.</p><p><strong>How do you evaluate your performance in Stuttgart?</strong></p><p>I got familiar with fighting under pro rules on a big stage and proved to myself that I can handle the “pressure” — which wasn’t pressure for me, but pure passion and fun. I showed some skills but I always want a decisive victory. In my next fight, I will show even more skills and captivate people.</p><p><strong>What was the biggest challenge in transitioning from amateur to professional MMA?</strong></p><p>The biggest change was working with an even more professional team here in Balingen with Peter Sobotta, leading to more and tougher training sessions.</p><p><strong>You’ll be fighting in the Czech Republic for the first time – how do you feel about that?</strong></p><p>I’m very excited to fight in Prague; I saw the show last year, and it was a huge spectacle. The crowd was great, and I believe I can win their hearts because fans always support the best fighter.</p><p><strong>Let’s talk about your opponent, Róża Gumienna. What do you expect from her?</strong></p><p>I have great respect for her as an experienced fighter who has faced tough opponents. She’s strong in striking, being a kickboxer, but her weakness is on the ground.</p><p><strong>Do you consider her the biggest opponent of your career so far?</strong></p><p>She is the most experienced pro I’ve faced so far, but whether she’s the toughest will be decided on fight day. I’ve proven myself against strong opponents in my amateur career, even at world championships.</p><p><strong>Can you reveal something about your strategy for the fight?</strong></p><p>I see myself as an all-rounder; I train everything. I’ll do whatever feels right at the moment to finish the fight, as I always seek the finish.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 72 is the biggest card in the organization’s history. What does it mean to you?</strong></p><p>I’m proud that my team and I made it to OKTAGON so quickly. I’m thankful to the organization for giving me the chance to show my skills at such a mega event.</p><p><strong>How do you feel about the growing interest in women’s MMA?</strong></p><p>I’ve been training and encouraging women in combat sports for years. I always try to spark interest and empower women in my interviews. I’m happy that women’s MMA is gaining more attention, allowing for more training partners and opponents.</p><p><strong>Since joining OKTAGON, you’ve become more visible. How does that feel?</strong></p><p>I totally enjoy it because it gives me the opportunity to meet interesting personalities, like boxing legend Regina Halmich. It’s an incredible honor and enrichment for me.</p><p><strong>Who do you currently consider the best fighter in your weight class in OKTAGON?</strong></p><p>I see myself as the best in my weight class, especially because I’ve only been doing MMA for two years and have acquired so many skills. I’m constantly working to improve and expand my repertoire.</p><p><strong>Róża is currently #5 in the division rankings. Do you have any other opponents in mind for the future?</strong></p><p>There was supposed to be an interim title fight in my weight class in Prague, but it got canceled due to injury. I’m ready to step in because I want to fight for the title as soon as possible and take on the best.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJJoTpwouQn/?hl=cs"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>What message would you like to send to the fans before your fight in Eden?</strong></p><p>I appreciate everyone who supports me in any way. I hope you’ll come to cheer for me or watch me live on oktagon.tv. Your support motivates me to push even harder.</p><p><strong>What was the moment in your career when you were really afraid – and how did you overcome it?</strong></p><p>Fear keeps you small and unfocused. Sure, there are often uncomfortable situations, but I always try to face them to become even stronger.</p><p><strong>Can Alina succeed in her second professional fight at the biggest Czech event? We will find out soon. One thing is clear: the young German fighter exudes tremendous motivation and a strong desire for success. Come see how she transforms this passion into victory. Get your ticket and be there live! June 14th, in Eden!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

The princess of German MMA, Alina Dalaslan, is preparing for her fight at OKTAGON 72 in Eden. She handled her professional debut against Kamila Šimková excellently. On June 14th, however, she faces what could be the biggest challenge of her career in the form of Polish striker Róża Gumienna. How does she evaluate her opponent?

MOTIVATED ALINA DALASLAN: I CONSIDER MYSELF THE BEST FIGHTER IN MY DIVISION

<p>Jakub Batfalský will fight against the experienced Karol Ryšavý at OKTAGON 72 in Eden. At just 22 years old, Jakub is one of the most exciting Czech talents on the scene. However, at this event, he faces the toughest test of his career. How does he evaluate his opponent, and who does he favor in the main event? Find out in our interview.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c820951b-98f8-4fd0-92ce-97d41ece4e2c/cs.1748867065179.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/1021cdc8-0551-4004-b5ae-d55982eac38b/cs.1748867080757.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><p><strong>Hi Jakub, in less than a month, you'll face an extremely important fight, so how do you feel right now? What’s your current form?</strong></p><p>Hi, I’m glad I’ve got the opportunity to fight at what is probably the sporting event of the year. Plus, against an opponent with such a big name. It’ll be a valuable scalp and a true test of my skills. I feel in the best shape of my life!</p><p><strong>You’ll be fighting at OKTAGON 72, the best card in the organization’s history. What does it feel like to be part of that?</strong></p><p>What can I say – I’ve always dreamed of this, and it’s still unbelievable to me how far OKTAGON has come! I’m happy to be part of it.</p><p><strong>In an interview, you mentioned coming from a football family – now, you've finally made it to a football stadium, but with MMA. What does that mean for you?</strong></p><p>I see it as an important milestone in both my life and my sports career. I hope there will be more such stadiums (laughs).</p><p><strong>You’ll face a big name in the organization, Karol Ryšavý. How do you evaluate your opponent? And what do you expect from him?</strong></p><p>Karol is an experienced fighter in my eyes, with big fights against people like Keita and Legierski. I respect him a lot, but as I’ve said before, he belongs to the older generation, and I want to show the fans what the new generation of fighters looks like.</p><p><strong>Both of you are strikers – will it be a fight purely on the feet? Or do you plan to surprise your opponent?</strong></p><p>I consider myself a well-rounded fighter, and I don’t mind which direction the fight goes. I’ll show better skills both in striking and on the ground. I will dictate the pace and the script of the fight.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKSEv4gIciM/?utm_source=ig_embed"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>A win would be a big leap into the top fighters in the division. Where would you place yourself in the featherweight rankings?</strong></p><p>I’m not thinking about that right now. I want to slowly work my way up to a title shot, which is still quite a bit away. Being in the top 10 would definitely be one of the milestones that could bring me closer to the title, but I don’t have a specific number in mind.</p><p><strong>Karol usually fights in the lightweight division, but this time it will be in featherweight. Do you think that will play in your favor?</strong></p><p>It depends on the perspective – while he may have more trouble with the weight cut, in the fight, he could be one of the heavier and stronger opponents.</p><p><strong>There’s a lot of attention around Eden – fans, media, etc. Do you feel that? And how do you perceive it?</strong></p><p>I have a great team that helps me in many aspects of preparation, including dealing with the media and fans. Right now, I’m mainly focusing on the fight – we only have five weeks to prepare. I expect more pressure once I win the fight.</p><p><strong>I can’t not ask – it’s Judgment Day and the deciding fight in the big trilogy of Vémola vs Végh – who do you favor, and who would you wish victory for?</strong></p><p>I’ve been a fan of Karlos since I was a kid, and I hope he wins. I’m rooting for him!</p><p><strong>You’re from a completely new generation of fighters who have mostly been watching modern MMA. Who was your role model when you started with combat sports? And who is your role model now?</strong></p><p>At first, my big role models were Cain Velasquez and Junior Dos Santos. Over time, I shifted towards the local scene, and the one who inspired me the most was Karlos Vémola.</p><p><strong>You have two brothers – one is a soldier, and the other is a lawyer. Will they come to support you at Eden? And how do they perceive your desire to fight?</strong></p><p>My brothers never miss my fights. Both of them will be at Eden, and one of them will be in my corner because I train with him. We all support each other, and I’m glad I can share my successes with them.</p><p><strong>At 22, managing the pressure in front of so many fans won’t be easy. Is there something that helps you maintain mental and emotional well-being?</strong></p><p>As Mr. Novotný says – today’s MMA business is also show business, and I approach it that way. I must highlight my team again, who helps me handle the pressure and keeps me grounded.</p><p><strong>Are you planning anything special for your entrance, or will we see your usual routine?</strong></p><p>We took the fight almost at the last minute, so there wasn’t much time to plan something special, but maybe we’ll come up with something.</p><p><strong>What would you like people to say about Jakub Batfalský after the tournament?</strong></p><p>I’d like to be a good role model not only as a fighter but also as a person. However, I’m still young, and I still need to prove my worth.</p><p><strong>Will the young Batfalský stand his ground in the fight of his life? Or will he fall short against Ryšavý's aggressive style and extensive experience? We'll find out on June 14th at the most stacked fight card in OKTAGON history! A night that will go down in the history of European MMA, and you can be there to witness it! Get your ticket now and experience a unique atmosphere that will never be repeated!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

Jakub Batfalský will fight against the experienced Karol Ryšavý at OKTAGON 72 in Eden. At just 22 years old, Jakub is one of the most exciting Czech talents on the scene. However, at this event, he faces the toughest test of his career. 

JAKUB BATFALSKÝ AHEAD OF THE CLASH WITH RYŠAVÝ: I WILL DICTATE THE PACE AND THE SCRIPT OF THE FIGHT

<p>Probably every MMA fan has heard of <strong>Frederic Vosgröne's</strong> name. Or at least his nickname <strong>“Neanderthal.”</strong> His fight with Jorick Montagnac at OKTAGON 69 became a hit! Fans on the other side of the world even joked about imitating Vosgröne’s unique style. But that was his first fight against a tougher opponent. Now he faces another dangerous striker, and it’s happening at a football stadium on the best card in OKTAGON history. Will Vosgröne handle the pressure and confirm his qualities? Or will reality strike?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/791876aa-1167-4a40-a695-cadadcf519e2/cs.1748613755575.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/e60d55bd-9c5f-4465-9b8c-50786ef21c61/cs.1748613761484.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>ONE FIGHT AND A STAR WAS BORN</h2><p>For some fighters, it takes years and many fights at a high level to become stars. Some never make it. But it took Vosgröne just 4 professional MMA fights and one in OKTAGON to become <strong>one of the most followed fighters in the organization</strong>. Before his fight in Dortmund, he had just under 10,000 followers on Instagram. Today, <strong>he has exactly 400,000 and is still growing!</strong> With his unique style, appearance, and charisma, he has won fans not only in Europe but worldwide. Today, you can see posts on his profile with stars from German internet, crowds of fans who want to take a picture with the “Neanderthal,” and training sessions with fighters like Karlos Vémola and Max Holzer. Today, Frederic is a full-fledged star, but how did it all begin?</p><h2>WORLD-CLASS IN GRAPPLING AND BJJ</h2><p>Before Vosgröne embarked on his MMA journey, he was <strong>among the best grapplers in the world.</strong> He has a bronze medal from the IBJJF World No-Gi, won the prestigious Polaris Grand Prix, and defeated names like UFC fighter <strong>Reinder de Ridder</strong> and former UFC fighter <strong>Tom Breese</strong>. Both of them are considered some of the best grapplers in the world and each has more than 10 submissions in their MMA career.</p><p>Now, Frederic is following similar footsteps. <strong>4 fights and 4 submissions</strong>. His current record speaks clearly about the kind of fights fans can expect. In interviews, however, Vosgröne has said <strong>he would like to score a KO win as well.</strong> In his fight with Montagnac, though, it was clear that his striking skills are not yet at a level where he can afford to box with experienced strikers. We’ll see if that changes over time.</p><h2>CAN ONE-SIDEDNESS SUCCEED IN MODERN MMA?</h2><p>Vosgröne is a unique phenomenon in many ways. Besides his skyrocketing success on social media, he proved with his pure grappling skills that he could defeat the <strong>then #6 light heavyweight Jorick Montagnac</strong>, who is not considered an easy opponent in the division. But in the hands of the relentless “Neanderthal,” it looked relatively easy. Can this style work in future fights?</p><p>Let’s break down how the whole fight went. Montagnac knew that he couldn’t let himself be pressed against the cage. For the first minute, he circled around his opponent, landing heavy strikes. Vosgröne definitely didn’t enjoy them, so he rushed to his legs and performed a grip that would later be seen all over the world. He held Jorick’s ankle, and Montagnac dragged him from one side of the cage to the other <strong>like a dangling ball.</strong> Even though he eventually escaped the grip, Vosgröne didn’t wait and immediately grabbed him again and again, until he finally wore out the Frenchman enough to get him on the ground. It looked like he was chasing a prey. And once the German grappler got to top position, escaping from it became nearly impossible. Montagnac’s whole effort cost him a tremendous amount of energy, which was evident in the second round. Vosgröne only needed ten seconds to press Jorick against the cage and take him down. What followed was textbook ground dominance, where “Neanderthal” didn’t let his opponent get anything off and, <strong>after two minutes, he managed to secure an Arm-Triangle</strong>, which choked his opponent out and led to another submission victory.</p><p>Frederic Vosgröne showed that although he is a one-dimensional fighter, if you master one aspect as well as he does, you can succeed even against more well-rounded opponents. <strong>In 14 days at Eden</strong>, this German phenomenon will face another big challenge. <strong>Argentine striker</strong> <strong>Alsina</strong> was not finished even by Karlos Vémola. Will Vosgröne manage it, and thus move closer to a title shot against double champion <strong>Will Fleury?</strong></p><p><strong>June 14th is just around the corner! Don’t miss this celebration for all MMA fans. Vosgröne, Engizek, Peňáz, the Muradov vs Kincl fight, and of course the final clash of two legends: Vémola vs Végh. You can see all this live! Get your ticket and experience an atmosphere that won’t be repeated!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

Probably every MMA fan has heard of Frederic Vosgröne's name. Or at least his nickname “Neanderthal.” His fight with Jorick Montagnac at OKTAGON 69 became a hit! Fans on the other side of the world even joked about imitating Vosgröne’s unique style.

THE PHENOMENON NAMED VOSGRÖNE: A BLOWN-UP BUBBLE OR AN UNSEEN TALENT?

<p><strong>OKTAGON 72</strong> in Eden will not just be about <strong>the Vémola vs Végh trilogy</strong>. The entire card, from start to finish, is packed with fights that will get the fans off their seats. One of the most exciting matchups will undoubtedly be the fight between Serbian “Prometheus” <strong>Bojan Veličković</strong> and Slovak talent <strong>Ronald “Rony” Paradeiser</strong>. Who will win this extremely important welterweight clash?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/2931804a-a727-4117-8e8e-a1df0f78f10e/cs.1748430188586.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/14cf495c-b768-4529-b7e1-66827564379b/cs.1748430195825.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>BOJAN VELIČKOVIĆ: SERBIAN STEEL THAT CONQUERED EUROPE</h2><p>Bojan Veličković began his professional MMA career 15 years ago. At a time when the sport wasn’t nearly as popular, the young “Prometheus” fought his way into Europe’s top ranks. He moved through numerous European organizations, finding great success along the way – including scalps like <strong>Czech samurai Jiří Procházka</strong>. After six years, the UFC came calling, and Bojan got the chance to compete against the world’s best, including names like<strong> Darren Till and Jake Matthews</strong>. However, he couldn’t quite get past the very top level, so after a few bouts in the UFC and PFL, he returned to Europe.</p><p><strong>In 2021, a pivotal moment came – his move to OKTAGON</strong>. Veličković didn’t hesitate. He secured two quick first-round finishes and earned a <strong>title shot against David Kozma</strong>, though it didn’t go his way. However, the peak of his career was yet to come. The Tipsport Gamechanger. The million-euro pyramid attracted welterweight sharks from around the world, but only one could emerge victorious with the prize of 300,000€. In his opening match, Bojan defeated the current champion Ion Surdu, and in the quarterfinals, he faced Germany’s “Celt” Jungwirth. The semifinals saw him face a rematch with David Kozma, which he dominated in the first round. The final match, the culmination of the entire project, took place at the <strong>sold-out O2 Arena in late 2023</strong>. A battle of two Balkan fighters against <strong>Andreas Michailidis</strong>. Bojan had a clear plan and executed it flawlessly. He won in the third round via Rear-Naked Choke, becoming the <strong>first-ever European MMA Champions League Tipsport Gamechanger winner</strong>. The biggest success of his career and proof of the undeniable talent and toughness of the Serbian fighter.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGiytTZsBQa/?hl=cs"></oktinstagramcomponent><p>Since then, we haven’t seen Bojan in the cage. After the tough pyramid, he took a break. In May of last year, he married his longtime partner and took time off from the difficulties of a fighter’s life. Now he’s back and wants to prove in Eden that his hunger for victory hasn’t gone anywhere. But facing the young Rony will be no easy task.</p><h2>RONALD PARADEISER: THE BEST OF THE YOUNG GENERATION OF SLOVAK FIGHTERS</h2><p>Ronald “Rony” Paradeiser, at 27 years old, is one of the most successful fighters in OKTAGON. Although he is still a young fighter, he has already accumulated 15 wins in the organization! With a total record of 21-9, he may seem like a veteran, but Rony is one of the top prospects of the home scene. In the lightweight division, he has faced almost everyone, and in last year’s Tipsport Gamechanger season, he <strong>fought all the way to the final</strong>. Now it’s time for a change: the welterweight division and new challenges for the Slovak native from Gbely.</p><p>Rony has always been drawn to sports. When football didn’t work out for him as a child, he switched to karate and stayed with combat sports. He started MMA when he entered high school, and after a few months, he had his first amateur fight. In 2014, at 17 years old, he had his first professional fight, but he started regularly competing only two years later. His height (187 cm) and aggressive fighting style make him a tough opponent for anyone. Over time, he has also become proficient on the ground. While he still prefers striking, where he excels with precise punches and fast kicks, he is now a well-rounded fighter, dangerous in every aspect of the fight.</p><p>He made his debut in OKTAGON at <strong>OKTAGON 3</strong> against Jan Široký, whom he defeated by TKO in the second round. During his time in the organization, he has faced names like <strong>Mateusz Legierski, Karol Ryšavý, Attila Korkmaz</strong>, and many others. He worked his way up to a title shot in a rematch against Slovak legend <strong>Ivan Buchinger</strong>. This was followed by the Tipsport Gamechanger pyramid, where he defeated all of his opponents, and in the final, he got a second shot against a red-hot Keita. However, it didn’t go his way again, and Rony decided it was time for a change.</p><p>A move to the welterweight division was expected given his height. His training partner and good friend is the current champion Ion Surdu, so Rony has a great opportunity to prepare for tougher opponents. With each fight, he improves, and the bout against the extremely experienced and tough Veličković will be another life-defining challenge. Will he manage to handle it?</p><p><strong>Want to be part of it? Don’t wait any longer and grab your ticket directly to the stadium! The end of an era, the Tipsport Gamechanger fights, Muradov vs Kincl – it’s simply the best card in OKTAGON history. You don’t want to miss it! Secure your spot now and be there when history is made!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 72 in Eden will not just be about the Vémola vs Végh trilogy. The entire card, from start to finish, is packed with fights that will get the fans off their seats. One of the most exciting matchups will undoubtedly be the fight between Serbian “Prometheus” Bojan Veličković and Slovak talent Ronald “Rony” Paradeiser.

STORY OF THE FIGHT: RONY PARADEISER CHANGES WEIGHT CLASS, FACES A TOUGH TEST AGAINST VELIČKOVIĆ

<p>OKTAGON 71 delivered an incredibly packed spectacle.<strong> Out of 11 bouts, 8 ended with finishes, 6 of them in the first round</strong>—this card did not disappoint! It was a night full of surprises, twists, and most importantly, great entertainment for all MMA fans. Let’s revisit the best moments of the evening.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/e0bae9be-8fa7-4682-9d22-e8c934fbf2b3/cs.1748266651279.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/7acdca0d-0df7-4888-88d9-6c3f325b6747/cs.1748266654741.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>ANOTHER MASSACRE! AFTER KARLOVY VARY, MUNICH EXPERIENCED 8 FINISHES BEFORE THE LIMIT</h2><p>The milestone event OKTAGON 70 in Karlovy Vary set a very high bar with 8 finishes before the limit. Many thought such a number would be an exception, but the gala in Munich’s BMW Park Arena delivered another 8 finishes! It seems like we’ve got a trend going, and we can certainly expect more of the same in Eden!<br>It almost seemed like the fighters were competing with each other to see who could finish the fight the fastest. In Munich, <strong>Wanderley Junio</strong>r would definitely have won with his <strong>19-second KO</strong>. Not only did he secure the <strong>fastest KO in OKTAGON's featherweight division</strong>, but he also claimed <strong>5th place for the quickest finishes in OKTAGON history!</strong><br>The second-fastest finish of the night came from the giant <strong>Patrick Vespaziani</strong>. His fight with the much smaller Serbian Zeljkovic lasted only 41 seconds. The third “fast finisher” was <strong>"Ironside" Poppeck</strong>, who needed just 1 minute and 15 seconds to knock Langer out cold. He handled the pressure of the moment, the weight of the home crowd, and the crucial rematch with ease. He even took home the <strong>Tipsport Bonus for Performance of the Night.</strong></p><p><strong>Two events, 21 fights, 16 finishes, 12 of them in the first round. And the best is yet to come—OKTAGON 72 in Eden!</strong></p><h2>FRIMPONG AND ROCK LIKE WE'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE: IN TEARS AND WITH RESPECT</h2><p>The controversial Irish duo of <strong>Denis Frimpong</strong> and <strong>Shem Rock</strong> aren't the most popular among Czech fans. However, their performances attract attention, and in Munich, they showed a different side of themselves—one that’s not just brash and provocative. In his post-fight interview, <strong>Rock thanked his opponent</strong> and gave him respect for taking the fight on short notice and for his performance in the cage. However, Rock couldn’t resist making a few comments, calling Vémola a “boring Versace guy” and suggesting that he should fight for the title against Keita next. But the double champ had some words for him in the cage, pointing out that after such a performance and such a tight victory, Rock was in no position to challenge the champion. Nevertheless, Rock showed that when he wants to, <strong>he can be respectful</strong>. Who would you like to see him fight next?</p><p><strong>Denis Frimpong</strong> surprised many experts. After the first two rounds, it looked like Topallaj was going to win, but the Albanian lost his stamina, and by the third round, he was essentially “done for.” Frimpong seized the opportunity and claimed the win via TKO. After the fight, <strong>he couldn’t hold back his tears!</strong> He praised Topallaj and even encouraged fans to applaud his opponent! We’ve never seen Frimpong this emotional. He then thanked his pregnant wife, who is 9 months along, and <strong>Frimpong had to risk missing the birth of their son to fight</strong>. Luckily, that didn’t happen, and Frimpong gets to look forward to two blessings. Did the Irish wildmen redeem themselves with you, or was it still not enough?</p><h2>OKTAGON HAS RAISED THE BAR AGAIN AND ENTERED THE TOP 3 IN THE WORLD!</h2><p>It’s true—OKTAGON MMA has once again closed the gap with giants like UFC. After the Munich event, the updated rankings from the respected Fight Matrix website revealed that <strong>OKTAGON has moved into 3rd place among MMA organizations</strong> based on the number of fighters ranked (among the top 1000 in their weight class) and their average ranking. The Czech-Slovak organization has surpassed some competitors who have been in the market for much longer. A huge achievement for the Czech and Slovak organization! A big <strong>thank you to all the fans</strong> for their constant support and, most importantly, to <strong>all the fighters for the hard work they put into MMA</strong>. Together, we will continue to grow, and as the saying goes: "The sky’s the limit!"</p><p><strong>And what about you? Have you got your ticket for Eden yet? If not, don’t wait a second longer—tickets are disappearing faster than Wanderley’s KO—at lightning speed! OKTAGON 72: Judgment Day is in just three weeks on June 14th in Prague. Be there when history is made!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 71 delivered an incredibly packed spectacle. Out of 11 bouts, 8 ended with finishes, 6 of them in the first round—this card did not disappoint! 

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