<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><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! 

RECAP OF OKTAGON 71: A NAIL-BITING NIGHT AND ANOTHER SUCCESS FOR OKTAGON IN GERMANY

<p>The biggest Czech arena, the biggest show, the biggest emotions, and of course, the biggest fights. OKTAGON MMA returns on June 14th to the Eden Stadium, bringing with it a gala event that will rewrite the history of European MMA.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/504f5d0c-cc1b-4aca-b4d6-24ade8bca1e4/cs.1747830794556.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/3bd29123-a3b1-4471-8dc9-608340bc9a25/cs.1747830799849.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>FOR THE THIRD AND LAST TIME. VÉMOLA AND VÉGH GO FOR THE FINAL BATTLE</h2><p>One win on each side. One rivalry that has divided fans for years. And one question that we will finally get the answer to: <strong>Who is the greatest legend of Czech-Slovak MMA?</strong></p><p>In 2019, Végh defeated Vémola in the first round. Vémola waited five years for a rematch, and in 2024, he finally got it – choking Végh in front of a record 27,000 fans at Eden. And now, exactly one year later, we go into the deciding round.<strong> Vémola vs Végh III. Judgment Day</strong>. The final professional fight of both icons' careers. The ultimate battle for the <strong>Infinity Belt</strong> and the eternal legacy of the winner.</p><p>This will not just be a sporting confrontation. It will be the culmination of the life story of two <strong>fighters who forever changed the face of the domestic fighting scene.</strong> No matter who wins, June 14th in Eden will go down in history.</p><h2>MURADOV vs. KINCL: A RIVALRY THAT AGES LIKE WINE</h2><p>When <strong>Makhmud Muradov and Patrik Kincl </strong>meet in the cage, it's more than just a fight for an interim belt. Both are at the top of their game in the middleweight division, both are at the peak of their careers, and both know that this might be THE night that propels them into immortality.</p><p>Muradov, a former UFC fighter, has returned to OKTAGON and is aiming for the top after two fights. Kincl, a former champion and the analytical brain of a gladiator, is not used to backing down. The battle for the interim middleweight title promises to be a pinnacle of technique, tactics, and hard exchanges. This could very well be the fight of the night.</p><h2>TIPSPORT GAMECHANGER QUARTERFINALS: PEŇÁZ AND ENGIZEK IN ACTION</h2><p>Fan-favorite, feared by opponents, and still unbeaten in OKTAGON – <strong>Matěj “Money” Peňáz</strong> returns to action! But now he faces his toughest test yet – the hard-hitting Polish brawler and former interim champion <strong>Piotr Wawrzyniak</strong>. This battle could be decided by a single punch. Who will remain standing and advance to the next round, closer to a fairy-tale victory?</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJOkiSosiJO/?hl=cs&amp;img_index=1"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>Kerim Engizek,</strong> the current middleweight champion, will face <strong>Mick Stanton</strong>, a veteran of the British scene and two-time Cage Warriors champion. Technical prowess and Turkish aggression versus the good old English school. This fight is going to hurt.&nbsp;</p><h2>RETURNS, DEBUTS, LEGENDS</h2><p>At OKTAGON 72, you can expect to see legends not only from the domestic scene.</p><p><strong>Ivan Buchinger</strong>, the first-ever two-time OKTAGON champion and one of the most respected fighters, will face <strong>Vlado Lengál</strong>. Experience vs. hunger for success. Lengál knows that a fight against Buchinger is his ticket to the elite – and he intends to seize it to the fullest.</p><p><strong>Bojan Veličković</strong>, the 2023 Tipsport Gamechanger champion, will face the best Slovak prospect <strong>Rony Paradeiser</strong>. Paradeiser is moving up from lightweight to a new challenge in the welterweight division. The clash of the experienced veteran and the rising talent. The fight will be extremely important for both, but only one can emerge victorious.</p><p><strong>Frederic “Neanderthal” Vosgröne</strong>, an elite grappler who stunned the MMA world in just one evening, will make his debut in the Czech Republic. Vosgröne is a phenomenon! After his fight in Dortmund, his social media exploded – his Instagram followers shot up from 10 to 367 thousand, and he’s beginning to appear alongside other internet stars. In Eden, he will face South American champion Carlos “La Cobra” Alsina – a hard-hitting striker who’s also fought Karlos Vémola. Chokes vs. bombs. Who will come out on top?</p><h2>THE FUTURE IN MOTION</h2><p>If you think OKTAGON 72 will start slowly, you are mistaken! The evening will kick off with extremely exciting bouts from some of the most interesting names of the upcoming generation of fighters, as well as experienced veterans.</p><ul><li><p>&nbsp;<strong>Radek Roušal</strong> is the "bad boy" of OKTAGON and loves a good fight in the cage. He entertains fans both in and outside of the cage. And his entrances? Always a shot! In Eden, he will face a tough challenge in the form of Polish striker<strong> Adrian Hamerski</strong>. Who will dominate this striking battle?</p></li><li><p>&nbsp;A generational clash between the 22-year-old talent <strong>Jakub Batfalský</strong> and <strong>Karol Ryšavý</strong>, who will enter his 19th fight in OKTAGON!</p></li><li><p>&nbsp;The princess of German MMA,<strong> Alina Dalaslan</strong>, returns to the cage after a successful debut against Šimková. This time, she will face the dangerous Polish fighter <strong>Róźa Gumienna.</strong></p></li></ul><h2>A UNIQUE SHOW</h2><ul><li><p>What makes OKTAGON 72 an extraordinary event? It's not just the card full of big names. It's the football stadium under the open sky. The atmosphere that you can’t experience anywhere else. And also the stories – of comebacks, departures, revenge, and dreams that either come true or shatter on the floor of the octagon.</p></li></ul><p><strong>On June 14th, the biggest MMA show in Europe will return to Eden. Whether you’re a fan from the beginning or you’ve just been hooked recently – you won’t want to miss this.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

The biggest Czech arena, the biggest show, the biggest emotions, and of course, the biggest fights. OKTAGON MMA returns on June 14th to the Eden Stadium, bringing with it a gala event that will rewrite the history of European MMA.

THE LINEUP FOR EDEN IS COMPLETE. OKTAGON 72 WILL OFFER THE BEST CARD IN HISTORY!

<p>OKTAGON returned to Munich for OKTAGON 71, and it was a ride! Lightning-fast finishes, career-defining moments, and another incredible show not just for the German fans. Who came out on top in Munich, and who left deeply disappointed? Check out the results from all the fights on the stacked OKTAGON 71 card.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/4ce61098-900d-46dc-aee4-6f21682e7fce/cs.1747518164175.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c0718900-63ee-41a6-ba69-c8e092e2f5f2/cs.1747518169682.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>PAVOL LANGER vs ALEXANDER POPPECK</h2><p>An explosion in the arena and a huge win for the home Viking! Aleksander Poppeck opened the fight with low kicks and precise hooks. Langer fought back for a while, but after a solid right hand, he was severely rocked, and German "Ironside" didn't let the win slip away. Another hard combination and the Slovak executioner was down.The sixth first-round finish and a perfect conclusion to the entire evening, from which Alexander earned the Tipsport Bonus for Performance&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Night. Who should the on-fire Poppeck face next?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1130"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ARIJAN TOPALLAJ vs DENIS FRIMPONG</h2><p>Topallaj showed great progress from his last fight with Nafuka. He controlled Frimpong on the ground for the entire first round—something few would have predicted. Both fighters spent a lot of energy in the first round, but neither waited around in the second. Topallaj went straight into an intense brawl where both landed hard shots. Both fighters maintained a high tempo, but Arijan burned through all his energy in the second round. By the third, he had nothing left, and Frimpong seized the opportunity to claim another big win on German soil. A fantastic night for the Irish duo.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1165"></oktfightcomponent><h2>SHEM ROCK vs ATTILA KORKMAZ</h2><p>Attila Korkmaz showed right from the first round that this wouldn’t be another easy fight for the rampaging Irishman. Tough striking and excellent takedown defense kept Rock from getting into a flow. However, Rock won the first round, being slightly more active. It was clear from the start that this was a high-stakes battle between two skilled and well-rounded fighters. In the second, Rock found the perfect distance, and Attila struggled to get close. It was the third decision by the judges of the night. Rock dominated all rounds, claiming the most valuable win of his career. After the fight, he faced the champion Keita in the cage, though Keita wasn't impressed by Rock's performance. Who will we see Rock fight next?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1146"></oktfightcomponent><h2>PATRICK VESPAZIANI vs JOVAN ZELJKOVIC</h2><p>This card did not disappoint! Another lightning-fast finish—Vespaziani wins via TKO after 40 seconds of the fight. A strong right hand, followed by a full mount and brutal elbows. A dominant performance in style that moves the German fighter one step closer to a title shot—a fight with Todev. The heavyweight division is heating up, and we definitely have something to look forward to!</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1184"></oktfightcomponent><h2>GÖKHAN AKSU vs ONGJEN DIMIĆ</h2><p>A one-sided affair from the precise Aksu. The Turkish fighter didn’t give his opponent a chance, winning via TKO in the first round. Dimić didn’t get into the fight at all. Gökhan landed heavy shots and after nearly 3 minutes, sent the Croatian brawler to the ground with a knee. A few more strikes and it was over. Aksu called out Irish showman Shem Rock after the fight—will we see that clash?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1131"></oktfightcomponent><h2>TOMÁŠ MUDROCH vs OZEN ASLANER</h2><p>“The Ostrava Express” keeps rolling! Tomáš Mudroch scored another fast first-round finish! Ozan Aslaner did land a hard right hand above Mudroch's eye, but Mudroch rushed in after a failed takedown and ended the fight with a single shot. It wasn’t without problems, but the rampaging Ostrava fighter showed that he’s someone to reckon with. A rocket start to the main card of OKTAGON 71.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1164"></oktfightcomponent><h2><strong>HAFENI NAFUKA vs GEORGE STAINES</strong></h2><p>A clash of two big talents delivered a high level of MMA. Both fighters showed their skills on the feet and on the ground. In the first round, Staines was more precise, tormenting his opponent with sharp elbows. In the second, Nafuka didn’t waste a second and went for the takedown. However, George defended the attempts well and outstruck Nafuka. By the third round, Nafuka was visibly exhausted, and Staines took full advantage. The still undefeated English talent extended his win streak to 6 in a row and solidified his place among the best in the lightweight division.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1173"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAKUB DOHNAL vs WANDERLEY JUNIOR</h2><p>One word—wow! Wanderley showed why he was the favorite in this fight. He needed only 4 strikes to win via KO in 19 seconds! A new OKTAGON featherweight record and the third fastest finish among active fighters in the entire organization. A very sad ending for the Czech “Handsome,” while the talented Brazilian deserves his joy. A clear message to the whole division—Junior is here to dominate.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1151"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ZDENĚK POLÍVKA vs HARUN UZUN</h2><p>And we continue with the fast-paced action. Uzun and Polívka must have drawn inspiration from the previous fight. The first round saw both fighters engage in tough exchanges, with Polívka being slightly more precise. Uzun tried to bring the fight to the ground several times but with little success. In the second and third rounds, both fighters began to show signs of exhaustion. Polívka managed to control Uzun and gradually took over the fight. After three rounds, we had our first judges’ decision—Polívka triumphed in all three rounds and made a successful return to the cage.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1163"></oktfightcomponent><h2>PETER GABAL vs ELIAS JAKOBI</h2><p>An insane battle between Gabal and Jakobi that got the fans on their feet! Both fighters were ready to throw down on the feet, and after a cautious start, they dove into hard exchanges. Gabal overcame significant trouble in the first round, where Jakobi came close to finishing him with a landed high kick. However, Peter survived the barrage of strikes and won in the second round with a quick combination to TKO. The Czech fighter showed a steel chin and great fighter’s heart. A great fight full of twists, where Gabal proved his words and presented a new, dangerous version of Gabal 2.0. Who will we see him fight next?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1161"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAN MALACH vs ENDRIT BRAJSHORI</h2><p>Brajshori gave his opponent no chance. He perfectly utilized his longer reach and dismantled Malach with strikes from his lead hand. The fight didn’t even make it past the second minute when Endrit landed a perfect right hand, and Malach went down. Brajshori achieved his goal—winning in an exciting style. A big win for the home fans and a great start to the night in the BMW Park Arena.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1162"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><strong>A night packed with action and the best advertisement for MMA. After this tournament, you’ll know that you can’t miss being in Eden! Tickets are still on sale, so don’t miss your chance to witness the rewriting of OKTAGON history. On June 14th, the final chapter of the Vémola vs Végh story will unfold in Eden.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON returned to Munich for OKTAGON 71, and it was a ride! Lightning-fast finishes, career-defining moments, and another incredible show not just for the German fans. Who came out on top in Munich, and who left deeply disappointed? Check out the results from all the fights on the stacked OKTAGON 71 card.

OKTAGON 71 RESULTS: THE FASTEST FINISH IN THE DIVISION, CAREER-DEFINING WINS, AND A BRUTAL DOSE OF EMOTION!

<p><span>OKTAGON 71 is knocking on the door! Tomorrow we’ll find out the outcome of the grand rematch between Langer vs Poppeck, but we’ll also witness a number of great fights promising an unforgettable show. Check out the fight-by-fight preview, pick your favorites, and when it kicks off tomorrow, you’ll be ready to cheer them on!</span></p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/6e499f5b-911b-4fda-bbbd-450543898254/cs.1747421445953.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/33e931b0-bfb9-4264-b1cd-1d78d4ecec13/cs.1747421453580.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>PAVOL LANGER vs ALEXANDER POPPECK</h2><p>The rematch between Pavol Langer and Alexander Poppeck promises to be a thrilling battle full of emotion. In 2023, Langer became the interim light heavyweight champion after defeating Poppeck, which was a huge surprise to most of the public. Poppeck is known for his hard-hitting Viking style and now wants to show everyone that his previous mistake won’t be repeated. Langer, on the other hand, is determined to confirm his place among the best. Poppeck is considered one of the most dangerous fighters in this division, but he’ll still have to prove his title shot. Who will become the next challenger for Will Fleury?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1130"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ARIJAN TOPALLAJ vs DENIS FRIMPONG</h2><p>In the fight between Arijan Topallaj and Denis Frimpong, we will see two charismatic fighters who want to show the world what they’ve got. “The Albanian Eagle” Topallaj boasts a professional record of 7-1-1, with all of his victories coming by finish, mostly in the first round. His only loss came at the hands of Hafeni Nafuka in his last fight. Denis “The Menace” Frimpong last fought in March against Robin Frank, where he ended Frank’s winning streak and triumphed by decision. Frimpong is not only known for his sharp strikes but also his trash talk, which gets under his opponents' skin. Will Topallaj keep his cool, or will we see more of the Irish showman’s antics?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1165"></oktfightcomponent><h2>SHEM ROCK vs ATTILA KORKMAZ</h2><p>In Munich, we will also see Shem Rock, Frimpong's partner and coach from OKTAGON Challenge: England vs Ireland, known for his controversial behavior. Some love him, others can't stand him – but Rock always attracts attention, and in Munich, he faces possibly the toughest challenge of his career. Attila Korkmaz didn’t earn the nickname “The Fearless” for nothing. He accepted this fight at the last minute, showing immense courage and confidence. His steel chin has never tasted KO or TKO, so Rock will face a very tough challenge.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1146"></oktfightcomponent><h2>PATRICK VESPAZIANI vs JOVAN ZELJKOVIC</h2><p>At OKTAGON 71, we will also see a heavyweight showdown between Patrick Vespaziani and Jovan Zeljkovic. Vespaziani, known as “Il Gladiatore,” is 200 cm tall, with a professional record of 4 wins and 2 losses, all wins coming by finish. In his last fight, he defeated local fighter Sebastian Herzberg, finishing him in the second round and ending Herzberg’s 5-year unbeaten streak. His opponent will be Serbian fighter Jovan Zeljkovic, who will make his OKTAGON debut. Zeljkovic holds a record of 5 wins and 1 loss. Like any true Balkan fighter, he loves hard exchanges and finishes his opponents standing. Will he be able to defeat the bigger Vespaziani?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1184"></oktfightcomponent><h2>GÖKHAN AKSU vs ONGJEN DIMIĆ</h2><p>A fascinating clash between two rising talents and relatively new faces in the organization – Gökhan “Abinator” Aksu and Ognjen Dimić. Aksu made his OKTAGON debut in December 2024, earning a victory over Jan Malach with a first-round Rear Naked Choke. A great debut against the experienced Malach! Aksu confirmed his reputation as a dangerous fighter and has 12 finishes in total. Now, with a current 4-fight win streak, he faces Dimić, who returns to OKTAGON after a loss to Agy Sadarri late last year. This fight promises an exciting clash between the experienced Aksu and the ambitious Dimić, who will try to get back on the winning track.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1131"></oktfightcomponent><h2>TOMÁŠ MUDROCH vs OZEN ASLANER</h2><p>Keep your eyes peeled for this one, as it could end in a matter of seconds. Both fighters are walking magnets for quick finishes. Mudroch has ended 3 out of his 6 wins in under 30 seconds! Aslaner has a series of finishes to his name – his infamous power was felt in his last fight against Jakub Tichota, who withstood the strikes, but Aslaner claimed a clear victory by decision. Mudroch is dangerous both standing and on the ground, and he is ready to do anything to finish the fight. Better grab your popcorn ahead of time, because you don’t want to miss this!</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1164"></oktfightcomponent><h2><strong>HAFENI NAFUKA vs GEORGE STAINES</strong></h2><p>One of the most anticipated fights of the entire event. The battle between Hafeni Nafuka and George Staines represents a clash of two young talents aiming to make their mark in OKTAGON’s lightweight division. Nafuka, known as “The Namibian Nightmare,” has a record of 10-2, with six wins by submission. After his loss to Ivan Buchinger, he returns to the cage aiming to show his full potential. On the other hand, Staines is undefeated with a 5-0 professional record, excelling in precise technique and strong grappling. Both are young, hungry, and extremely determined to show their best – but will it be enough?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1173"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAKUB DOHNAL vs WANDERLEY JUNIOR</h2><p>A fascinating battle between two experienced fighters who are hovering just outside the top 10 of the lightweight division. Dohnal may be known as “The Handsome,” but don’t be fooled – he’s incredibly dangerous! With a record of 13 wins and 5 losses, he’s an experienced fighter with plenty to prove. Wanderley Junior is a champion of five different Brazilian organizations. His last performance in OKTAGON against Eskiev didn’t go as expected, but he’ll be looking to make a big statement this time. We can expect a dynamic battle that will determine the future direction for both fighters.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1151"></oktfightcomponent><h2>ZDENĚK POLÍVKA vs HARUN UZUN</h2><p>The fight between Zdeněk Polívka and Harun Uzun will bring a clash of two different fighting styles. Polívka returns to the cage after more than a year’s break, this time fighting in the light heavyweight division. He will face Uzun, known as “The Turkish Airline,” who is known for his uncompromising ground game. Uzun has a record of 5-1, and will he add another valuable scalp, or will Polívka make a successful return and end this fight with “GAMEOVER” for the German opponent?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1163"></oktfightcomponent><h2>PETER GABAL vs ELIAS JAKOBI</h2><p>Elias Jakobi, the German MMA talent with a 4-0 record, is set to debut in OKTAGON against Peter Gabal. Jakobi is a dangerous striker – he’s finished every fight by KO! On the other hand, Gabal feels a new wave of energy and says he’s a different fighter than before. He will have the chance to prove this against Jakobi in the cage, showing him that he’s not yet ready for this level. Will he withstand Jakobi’s pressure and prove his words?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1161"></oktfightcomponent><h2>JAN MALACH vs ENDRIT BRAJSHORI</h2><p>The entire tournament will kick off with a clash of youth and experience. Czech veteran and “King of the North” Jan Malach will make his 10th appearance in OKTAGON. He has earned the respect of fans for his toughness and memorable battles against opponents like Brož and Pukač. Brajshori, with a record of 4 wins and 2 losses, brings an aggressive striking style. He has previously shone with fast first-round KOs, but he can’t rely on that against Malach. It will be a battle between the veteran and the young talent. The question remains – who will want it more?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1162"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><strong>There’s no doubt about it – OKTAGON 71 promises an exciting show, and we can’t wait to see it all unfold! Don’t miss the action – check the map for OKTAGON bars or grab your PPV and watch the whole night from the comfort of your couch. Starting tomorrow, 17.5., from 18:00. Will you be watching with us?</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="110"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 71 is knocking on the door! Tomorrow we’ll find out the outcome of the grand rematch between Langer vs Poppeck, but we’ll also witness a number of great fights promising an unforgettable show. Check out the fight-by-fight preview, pick your favorites, and when it kicks off tomorrow, you’ll be ready to cheer them on!

OKTAGON 71 FIGHT-BY-FIGHT: THE TENSION IN MUNICH IS PALPABLE. NOW IT’S GOING DOWN!

<p>Only two days left until the next tournament! The Munich card is packed with interesting stories, but also with statistics that will make you look like a pro. Whether you’re cheering live in the arena, at home on the couch, or in one of the OKTAGON bars, this overview will make you look cool.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/54820e01-8746-4c2c-872a-45fdb0ba2260/cs.1747334380798.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c2832933-1b74-4b2a-aaac-20db9b5005df/cs.1747334386251.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>WINNING STREAKS AND THEIR HUNTERS</h2><p>Some fighters manage to rack up an impressive winning streak. And then there are fighters who have the talent to end those streaks, like <strong>Hafeni Nafuka</strong> and <strong>Patrick Vespaziani</strong>. Both have experience in ending long streaks – for example, Vespaziani ended a 6-year-long winning streak of Sebastian Herzberg in his last fight at OKTAGON 64! It was only his sixth professional fight, and he pulled off such a major win. Now, he faces Croatian challenger <strong>Jovan Zeljkovic</strong>, who lost only his first pro fight – to his current coach. Since then, he’s won 5 straight, and Vespaziani could be next. </p><p><strong>Hafeni Nafuka</strong> himself once had a very solid streak, which was broken by Serbian fighter Predrag Bogdanovic. As a small revenge, Nafuka ended Arijan Topallaj's undefeated streak in the very next fight, Topallaj having 7 wins in a row up until then. Undefeated streaks are fragile things. One small mistake, and it's gone. In Munich, English MMA hope <strong>George Staines</strong> will try to keep his undefeated streak going against Nafuka. Will "The Namibian Nightmare" add another streak to his list, or will Staines succeed again?</p><p>We can’t forget the controversial trash talker <strong>Denis Frimpong</strong> either. He was the first to beat Robin Frank, ending his 5-fight winning streak. Another shooter who isn’t intimidated by his opponent’s record or winning streak. On the contrary, he enters the fight with extra motivation to prove that no one is unbeatable.</p><h2>DON’T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER!</h2><p>OKTAGON 71 will definitely be packed with adrenaline! But some fighters might surprise you by how they look off the cage. For instance, <strong>Attila Korkmaz</strong> is one of the toughest guys in OKTAGON – he hasn’t lost by KO in 24 fights in a row. That’s what you call a steel chin! Yet, Korkmaz works as an IT specialist, and perhaps that’s where he developed his ability to analyze his opponents and find weaknesses in their tactics. The same goes for <strong>Pavol Langer</strong>. The IT guy from Košice is currently ranked #2 in OKTAGON's light heavyweight division. Pavol is all about solving problems, whether in the cage or in a command line.</p><p><strong>George Staines</strong>, the promising English talent, has the soul of a true geek and loves LEGO and Star Wars. But when it comes down to business, his precise fighting technique shows that games are over and it’s time for serious business. Lastly, don't be fooled by <strong>Tomáš Mudroch</strong>. “Ostrava Express” doesn’t mess around and demolishes his opponents like an assembly line. Recently, he even scored a knockdown with a kick-up as the very first OKTAGON fighter. But even he enjoys building LEGO in his free time, when he’s not managing construction sites as a site manager.</p><h2>FAST AND SUBMISSIONS! RECORD HOLDERS IN THE SPEED OF GROUND FINISHES</h2><p>We saw plenty of fast KOs at the last tournament. This time, we might witness a different kind of speed – submission finishes. Several fighters on the Munich card have records to boast in this department.</p><p><strong>Arijan Topallaj</strong> achieved an extremely fast submission victory in his OKTAGON debut, catching Roman Paulus in an Anaconda Choke in under two minutes. That’s what you call a debut!</p><p>Hafeni Nafuka holds the 4th fastest armbar in the organization, which he landed on Adrian Kep in the OKTAGON 44 tournament. </p><p><strong>Nafuka</strong> is a ground specialist – of his 4 wins in the organization, 3 have been submissions, and two of them in the first round. But this time, he faces an opponent who loves the ground game just as much as he does. However, instead of choking, Staines prefers hard ground &amp; pound – in his last 3 fights, George Staines delivered over 700 strikes on the ground!</p><p><strong>Jakub Dohnal</strong> should also be cautious – his opponent, Wanderley Junior, has 8 submission wins using 5 different techniques. You really don’t want to take him to the ground, and Dohnal should try to keep the fight standing, where he should have the upper hand. On the ground, it could be a quick end for him.</p><p>Also worth mentioning are the fighters who don’t spend much time in the cage…</p><p><strong>Tomáš Mudroch</strong> spends on average just 1 minute and 9 seconds in the cage per fight! Additionally, 3 of his victories were finished in under 30 seconds, so better not blink during his fights!</p><p><strong>Jovan Zeljkovic</strong> has an average fight length of 2 minutes and 47 seconds, most of which he finishes by TKO through extremely intense exchanges. Classic Balkan style, which we all love.</p><p><strong>Harun Uzun</strong>, the newcomer to the organization and opponent of the returning Zdeněk Polívka, spends an average of 1 minute and 15 seconds in the cage! Most of his fights have been finished by submission, so Polívka will need to be extremely cautious and ready to defend against takedown attempts.</p><p><strong>And that’s not all! OKTAGON 71 has a card full of stories, returns, and great fighters ready to put on the best show! And if you don’t want to miss out, click the link below and grab your PPV now. OKTAGON 71 in Munich kicks off this Saturday at 18:00. Will you be watching with us?</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="110"></okteventcomponent>

Only two days left until the next tournament! The Munich card is packed with interesting stories, but also with statistics that will make you look like a pro. Whether you’re cheering live in the arena, at home on the couch, or in one of the OKTAGON bars, this overview will make you look cool.

WINNING STREAKS, NERDS IN THE CAGE, AND AVERAGE FIGHT TIMES: HERE ARE YOUR FUN FACTS FOR OKTAGON 71

<p><span>The new generation of MMA fighters. Youth, drive, and high ambitions. The fight between <strong>Nafuka and Staines</strong> is not just about who will break into the top 10 in the OKTAGON lightweight division. It’s a clash of two different schools, two countries, and most importantly,<strong> two big dreams of young fighters with their futures at their feet.</strong> Who will want victory more? And who will impose their style? Let’s take a look at the story of the Nafuka vs Staines fight.</span></p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/f365323a-a344-42c6-8b70-538d67a816ec/cs.1747226673955.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/001bc57f-36f3-4e0d-915b-40e5491d61cd/cs.1747226679836.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>YOUTH AHEAD, BUT IT WON’T BE EASY</h2><p><span><strong>Hafeni Nafuka</strong> knows all about this. His journey in OKTAGON started off brilliantly. He finished his first two fights in the first and second rounds. A great start! Then came the great opportunity to face the best in Europe – the second season of the <strong>Tipsport Gamechanger</strong> pyramid. In his first fight, the <strong>22-year-old</strong> Nafuka faced Serbian killer Predrag Bogdanovic, who expertly controlled the fight. The previously undefeated Hafeni suffered his first loss. A minor stumble, but still an impressive performance against a potential title challenger. <br><strong>"The Namibian Nightmare"</strong> returned to the gym more motivated than ever and began working on his weaknesses. He showcased his progress in his next fight against Topallaj, handing his opponent his first loss. Nafuka was back on track and now faced an enormous challenge – the main event in Bratislava against OKTAGON legend Ivan Buchinger. Nafuka had to prove he belonged among the best in the organization. But that didn’t happen. "Buki" controlled Hafeni’s BJJ and finished him with a TKO in the second round. A nightmare and a huge lesson for the young Nafuka. Will he learn from it and deliver a performance worthy of the lightweight division’s top in Munich?</span></p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DII9_CsoW98/"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>GEORGE STAINES: THE PRECISION KILLER WITH THE SOUL OF A TRUE GEEK</h2><p><span>Appearances can be deceiving, and<strong> George "Saint" Staines</strong> is living proof of that. The smiling young guy who looks like a computer science student is, in fact, an undefeated <strong>champion of OKTAGON Challenge: England vs Ireland</strong>. And that’s where it all started! In his following fights, he first defeated Tomáš Cigánik, then took down local talent Jakub Tichota, giving him almost no chance and delivering a perfect performance. The 24-year-old George can control his opponents like few others. His fighting style resembles that of an <strong>experienced veteran rather than an immature youngster</strong>. Calm, measured, precise – all three words perfectly describe Staines’ performances in OKTAGON.<br>But he showed his talent from a young age. He started combat sports at the age of seven, specifically kickboxing. Over time, he gained experience and transitioned to MMA. In amateurs, it was hard to find opponents, and as a professional, he came with a 16-1 record. When he <strong>dominated the feared Frimpong</strong> in the final of OKTAGON Challenge, it was clear that “Saint” had the potential to become a true star.<br>Stars and space are also linked to his favorite film series. That’s right, George is a <strong>geek through and through</strong>. Besides being a <strong>Star Wars</strong> lover, he also enjoys building <strong>LEGO</strong> and has a massive collection at home. Like many from Generation Z, he is quite superstitious and has strict<strong> pre-fight rituals</strong>. For instance, he always watches the movie <em>Brothers in Arms</em> the day before a fight and wears the same, favorite hoodie on fight day.</span></p><h2>WHO CAN WITHSTAND THE PRESSURE OF THE MOMENT?</h2><p><span>The fight between Nafuka and Staines is sure to be a great spectacle. Both are likely to want to take the fight to the ground. On the feet, Staines should have the advantage, but Nafuka can still pose a threat there as well. On the ground, it will be a battle of two different styles and approaches – while George will focus on strong ground &amp; pound, Nafuka will try to find the ideal position and attempt a submission. Who will impose their will? We’ll find out this Saturday.</span></p><h2>WHO CAN WITHSTAND THE PRESSURE OF THE MOMENT?</h2><p>The fight between Nafuka and Staines is sure to be a great spectacle. Both are likely to want to take the fight to the ground. On the feet, Staines should have the advantage, but Nafuka can still pose a threat there as well. On the ground, it will be a battle of two different styles and approaches – while George will focus on strong ground &amp; pound, Nafuka will try to find the ideal position and attempt a submission. Who will impose their will? We’ll find out this Saturday.</p><p><strong>The OKTAGON 71 card is packed and ready for a serious showdown. The BMW Park Arena in Munich will shake, and you can watch it all from the comfort of your home! Don’t hesitate and get our PPV to ensure you don’t miss this tournament. We start on Saturday, May 17th, at 18:00.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="110"></okteventcomponent>

The new generation of MMA fighters. Youth, drive, and high ambitions. The fight between Nafuka and Staines is not just about who will break into the top 10 in the OKTAGON lightweight division.

NAFUKA vs STAINES: A CLASH OF TWO YOUNG TALENTS ON THE ROAD TO THEIR DREAM

<p>A title shot rematch. Langer and Poppeck will meet once again at the upcoming <strong>OKTAGON 71</strong> in <strong>Munich</strong>. In their last fight, Slovakian executioner Pavol Langer defeated all expectations. He claimed the interim title and earned the chance to challenge the reigning light heavyweight champion, Karlos Vémola. Who will fight for the opportunity to challenge the two-time champion, Will Fleury?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/abcb5fd5-e02f-45bc-9799-8119dde831df/cs.1746645079261.png" mobileurl=""></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><h2>PAVOL LANGER: THE HUMBLE FIGHTER WHO STILL SHOCKS</h2><p>Don’t be fooled by the calm demeanor and moderate expression of the Košice native. In the cage, a storm awakens, knocking even the toughest and most experienced opponents down. Langer is currently ranked <strong>#97 in the world’s light heavyweight rankings</strong> and is the best Slovakian fighter in this weight class.</p><p>Despite having 11 losses on his record, no one should doubt his quality. Pavol never backs down from a challenge, which makes him one of the most dangerous fighters in the division. He is known for his determination and excellent technique. He has faced major names and secured several key victories that have led him to his interim title. Even though he may come across as humble and unassuming, he has the heart of a warrior and is always ready to give it his all, no matter what the bookies say.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJWRBQot5GN/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p></p><p>Looking back at his fight against Rafael Xavier, where he took control and eventually claimed the win, or his brilliant performance against Marc Doussis, where he surprised the home crowd and took the victory, it’s surprising that he is still underestimated and enters the rematch with Poppeck <strong>again as the underdog</strong>. But nothing will throw Pavol off track. Will he silence the entire arena filled with German fans and prove his capabilities once and for all? OKTAGON 71 in Munich is another big opportunity for him. Who knows? Maybe this will be the moment when he finally reaches the coveted light heavyweight throne.</p><h2>ALEXANDER POPPECK: THE BRAWLER LOOKING TO REDEEM HIS PREVIOUS MISTAKE</h2><p>When you think of <strong>Alexander Poppeck</strong>, every MMA fan imagines a tough fighter with an uncompromising approach and incredible physical strength. Over the course of his career, he has defeated many quality opponents. But his record also contains one major blemish – <strong>a</strong> <strong>loss to Langer on home turf in Oberhausen</strong>.</p><p>Poppeck is known for his striking, combined with solid wrestling skills. He started with Muay Thai, gradually transitioned to Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and developed his grappling skills. His aggressive fighting style, combined with a high level of technique, quickly catapulted him to the stars of European MMA.</p><p>In 2017, he became the AFSO international middleweight champion and three years later, he claimed the USC light heavyweight title. Across various organizations in Europe, he demolished one opponent after another, which is reflected in his<strong> impressive 17-5 record</strong>.</p><p>In the fight against Pavol Langer, Poppeck was expected to have the upper hand. But the reality was different. For Alexander, it was a lesson in humility, not only in physical strength but also in his mental game. That loss was a very bitter pill for the German Viking. However, he redeemed himself with a victory over Jeremy Kimball, finishing the American “bear” in the first round.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1130"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p>Now, he will face Langer once again at OKTAGON 71 in Munich. The German “Ironside,” once again entering the fight as the favorite, is fully focused on one goal – to avenge his previous loss. However, Langer is an unpredictable opponent.<strong> Poppeck knows that he must do more than just fight har</strong>d – he has to show his endurance and his ability to cope with pressure.</p><p><strong>The match between Poppeck and Langer will not only be a huge challenge for both fighters, but also a decisive moment to determine who will continue their journey towards the title. Will Poppeck return to his winning ways, or will Langer shock again and prove that his unexpected victory wasn’t a fluke? We’ll find out soon! Get your PPV now and enjoy the incredible card of OKTAGON 71 from the comfort of your home.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="110"></okteventcomponent>

A title shot rematch. Langer and Poppeck will meet once again at the upcoming OKTAGON 71 in Munich. In their last fight, Slovakian executioner Pavol Langer defeated all expectations.

LANGER vs POPPECK: A STORY OF REVENGE. WHO WILL CHALLENGE FLEURY?

<p>Kerim Engizek and Matěj Peňáz will step into the cage at Eden. OKTAGON 72 is slowly approaching, and the last spots on the card are being filled. The main events don’t need any introduction. But we will also see two quarterfinals in the European MMA Champions League – the Tipsport Gamechanger pyramid. In these, Peňáz will face Wawrzyniak, and Engizek will meet Stanton. Who will advance to the semifinals and get closer to the fairytale victory?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/6ecf6b80-ef58-4e28-8e06-7f92257c2858/cs.1746547107439.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/ee2a034c-6d55-4b17-8165-dfa2a27bf3bc/cs.1746547110344.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><h2>THE STAND-UP SNIPER MATĚJ “MONEY” PEŇÁZ</h2><p>Matěj Peňáz is one of the most well-known fighters in the Czech Republic. His incredibly long arms (211 cm!), excellent stand-up technique, and a string of fast finishes have made him a star and one of the most sought-after prospects on the scene. With a current record of 10-1, he’s at the top of the middleweight division and now aims to confirm his position with a win in the third season of Tipsport Gamechanger.</p><p>Born in Vysočina, and trained in Brno for a long time, he now lives in Sweden, training at the prestigious Allstars Gym alongside stars like Khamzat Chimaev, Alexander Gustafsson, and others. From a professional striker, fighting in Glory, he has gradually become a full-fledged MMA fighter. While Matěj still primarily relies on his striking, he also boasts the highest takedown defense success rate in OKTAGON. Few fighters are willing to trade punches with him because his physical attributes make him a walking sniper – his strikes come fast, accurate, and from a frightening range. He also has a 76% success rate for significant strikes.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1179"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p>Now he faces a fighter who has already shown in OKTAGON that he has a chin and fists of steel. Piotr Wawrzyniak, the often underrated Polish fighter, has scalps like Vlasto Čepo, Andreas Michailidis, and Marek Mazúch on his record. He was the first fighter to finish Čepo via TKO and knocked out brawler Mazúch in the first round in Karlovy Vary. Matěj is in for a tough test. Wawrzyniak is a well-rounded fighter who might try to take the fight to the ground and test how much Peňáz has improved in wrestling and BJJ.</p><p>Will Matěj claim another “easy money” win and show his absolute dominance in the stand-up? Or will he run into the Polish wall in Wawrzyniak for the first time in OKTAGON?</p><h2>KERIM ENGIZEK: 9 YEARS OF DOMINANCE</h2><p>Kerim Engizek hasn’t lost in 9 years. To put that into perspective, that’s as long as the history of OKTAGON MMA itself. The best middleweight in Germany and currently the OKTAGON middleweight champion, Engizek has confirmed his reputation from the moment he entered the organization. In his very first fight, he knocked out Matiase Juarez in 99 seconds! This was followed by another quick victory over Adam Horváth, and then a title fight against Patrik Kincl. He clearly won that bout by unanimous decision, taking all the will to fight away from Patrik, with the last two rounds being a one-sided affair. With this victory, he not only earned the championship belt but also the respect of OKTAGON fans who had to acknowledge his undeniable qualities.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJMdrYXsA2m/?hl=cs&amp;img_index=1"></oktinstagramcomponent><p>However, his entry into the Tipsport Gamechanger was not as smooth as many expected – in the first round, he faced the tough Polish fighter Kamil Oniszczuk. He managed to challenge the champion through all three rounds, and the decision wasn’t as clear-cut. But in the end, Engizek, fighting under the Turkish flag, secured the win and advanced to the next round of the pyramid.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1180"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p>In the draw, he had a bit of bad luck, as he drew the first number and thus couldn’t choose his opponent. Instead, he’s facing Mick Stanton, who’s second in line. The experienced Englishman, considered one of the dark horses of the competition, completely wiped out Petrášek in the first round of Tipsport Gamechanger. He didn’t give the popular “Meloun” a chance and dominated him on the ground for all three rounds. Will his feared wrestling work against the experienced champion? Or will the 9-year streak continue?</p><p><strong>At Eden, everything will be at stake: the final legacy of two legends, the reputation of middleweight veterans, the women’s title, the queen of the Czech-Slovak MMA scene, and progress in the European MMA Champions League. You can still grab your group and enjoy Eden in person and be part of history.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="109"></okteventcomponent><p></p>

Kerim Engizek and Matěj Peňáz will step into the cage at Eden. OKTAGON 72 is slowly approaching, and the last spots on the card are being filled. The main events don’t need any introduction.

TIPSPORT GAMECHANGER QUARTERFINALS IN EDEN: PEŇÁZ AND ENGIZEK FACE TOUGH TESTS

<p>OKTAGON 71 in Munich will welcome two of the most controversial and striking foreign fighters. Shem Rock and Denis Frimpong – two names that guarantee not only tough fights but also plenty of tension before stepping into the cage. Two fighters whose stories are intertwined with battles not just in the sport, but outside of it as well. And that’s what makes them so exceptional.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/f35b498c-bf23-4d82-be75-491cff5f772f/cs.1746458843937.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/200edcf5-f441-4fbc-a5d2-b757664d9a3f/cs.1746458847607.png"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>SHEM ROCK: CONTROVERSY THAT BOTH ENTERTAINS AND INFURIATES</h2><p>Shaqueme "Shem" Rock is a man whose life story could fill a novel. After being wrongfully accused of robbery and assault in 2014, he fled to Malaysia, where he began his MMA career. Following appearances on a reality show, he was arrested in Dublin, but in 2022, he was officially cleared during a brief court hearing. Since then, he’s fully focused on his career as a fighter, training at the prestigious Next Generation MMA team in Liverpool alongside Paddy Pimblett and Molly McCann.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1146"></oktfightcomponent><p>In OKTAGON, he has made a name for himself not only with his performances but also controversial moments, such as the incident with Petr Pokorný, where he physically attacked him during the weigh-in. When their fight finally took place at OKTAGON 58 in front of 27,000 fans at Eden, Rock defeated Pokorný dominantly with a submission in the first round.</p><p>In Munich, Shem Rock will face the newcomer to the organization, Abdull Khodzhaev, who has never been submitted. The lightweight duel promises a clash between Rock’s dynamic aggression and the technical precision of "Prince of Persia." And it’s certain that Rock will aim to make headlines once again.</p><h2>DENIS FRIMPONG: THE IRISH "MENACE" IN AND OUT OF THE CAGE</h2><p>Denis "The Menace" Frimpong introduced himself to OKTAGON fans on the reality show OKTAGON Challenge: England vs Ireland, where he quickly became one of the standout personalities. Under the guidance of Paddy Holohan and close friend Shem Rock, he gained attention with his relentless trash talk and fearless nature.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1165"></oktfightcomponent><p>Frimpong grew up in a small Catholic town in Ireland, where, due to his mixed heritage, he often felt like an outsider. From a young age, he learned to settle conflicts physically. At 21, he discovered jiu-jitsu, which changed his life and set him on the path to combat sports. During OKTAGON Challenge, he brutally knocked out Hascen Gelezi with a head-kick, which Ondřej Novotný described as one of the best he’d ever seen. In the semifinals, he defeated Beau Gavins in a hard-fought battle that many considered the best fight of the entire series. It was only in the final that he lost to the still undefeated George Staines.</p><p>In Munich, Frimpong will face Arijan Topallaj. Despite his impressive streak of wins, this time he faces a tough test of his skills against a dangerous opponent.</p><h2>ONE NIGHT, TWO "BAD GUYS"</h2><p>Shem Rock and Denis Frimpong – two troublemakers who aim to put on a show. Bold, untamed, and damn dangerous. Their appearances in Munich promise not only high-quality sports action but also a hefty dose of emotions. Get ready – May 17th at BMW Park Arena is going to be on fire.</p><p><strong>The last tickets are still on sale, but if you can’t make it to Munich, make sure to buy our PPV. Langer vs. Poppeck, the return of Polívka, two "bad guys," and plenty of other great fights you won’t want to miss. Next Saturday, May 17th, from 18:00!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="110"></okteventcomponent>