<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>OKTAGON 86 in Szczecin will deliver a heavyweight bout that promises to shake the cage. On one side stands the hometown hero, a feared grappler and Polish Army soldier, Michał Piwowarski. Across the cage, the German machine Timo Feucht makes his return after seven long years, determined to prove he deserves a second chance in Europe's best league. Who will emerge victorious from this highly anticipated clash?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/fbd33c88-b578-459f-9bdf-735cd12f2589/cs.1775568772957.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/5c53f9bf-4cb5-42f4-8aaa-cda7f2145c9d/cs.1775568779233.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>MICHAŁ "PIWO" PIWOWARSKI: A DANGEROUS SOLDIER WITH A BLACK BELT</h2><p>For the Szczecin crowd, he is a massive draw and an obvious fan favorite. Another representative of the renowned local Berserkers Team gym, <strong>Michał Piwowarski (7-4)</strong> is the embodiment of a local patriot. Although he is 37 years old and only jumped into professional MMA in 2017, his skills command immense respect.</p><p>Out of 11 professional bouts, he has secured seven victories—<strong>six of them by submission</strong>. Like his teammates, "Piwo" is absolutely at his best on the ground, where, as a BJJ black belt, he gives his opponents no room to breathe. His undeniable quality is further proven by the fact that he defeated former OKTAGON title challenger Kamil Minda during his amateur career.</p><p>Beyond the hard grind on the mats, Piwowarski is also a <strong>professional soldier</strong>. He brings his iron discipline and unwavering resolve straight from the barracks. Currently riding a two-fight win streak, he now faces the opportunity of a lifetime to shine in front of his home fans on Europe's most prestigious stage.</p><h2>TIMO FEUCHT: A PREDATOR WHO DOESN'T NEED THE JUDGES</h2><p>Facing him in the cage is the extremely dangerous <strong>Timo Feucht (8-1)</strong>. The German striker returns to the yellow-and-black banner after seven years with massive motivation. Fans might remember him from OKTAGON 14, where he shocked the arena by literally <strong>demolishing the then-feared Jeremy Kimball</strong>, finishing him in just two minutes.</p><p>Now, he announces a spectacular comeback and makes no secret of his highest ambitions. Feucht has walked a rocky road since his last OKTAGON appearance, but he has learned from past mistakes. He sees this return as a dream second chance and wants to focus entirely on building his sporting legacy.</p><p>His resume in the cage is simply terrifying: <strong>he has finished all 8 of his professional wins before the final bell</strong>. Heavy hands and devastating ground and pound are the weapons this German tank uses to strike fear into his opponents.</p><h2>HEAVYWEIGHT CHESS WITH NO MARGIN FOR ERROR</h2><p>This matchup promises a highly attractive battle where even the slightest mistake could spell an instant end. The crushing pressure and raw physical strength of Timo Feucht will collide with the elite grappling of Michał Piwowarski.</p><p>Although the German fighter has a reputation as a ruthless striker, he is definitely not someone to be underestimated on the mat. <strong>He has secured three of his career wins by submission</strong>. In Szczecin, however, he faces a highly specific challenge in the form of a specialist whose greatest weapon is the ground game. "Piwo" will look to use his jiu-jitsu expertise to drag the fight into positions where he has found most of his success. Furthermore, this will be a huge mental test for the German, as he steps into a roaring Enea Arena against a highly motivated hometown fighter.</p><p><strong>Will the German finisher survive enemy territory, or will the hometown submission master claim another triumph? OKTAGON 86 erupts in Szczecin on April 11th. Don’t miss this brutal heavyweight clash and watch the entire event live. Get your PPV at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://OKTAGON.TV"><strong>OKTAGON.TV</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="127"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 86 in Szczecin will deliver a heavyweight bout that promises to shake the cage. On one side stands the hometown hero, a feared grappler and Polish Army soldier, Michał Piwowarski. Across the cage, the German machine Timo Feucht.

HEAVYWEIGHT COLLISION: PIWOWARSKI TAKES ON FEUCHT IN SZCZECIN

<p>On April 25, the Home Credit Arena in Liberec will witness a raid unprecedented in OKTAGON history. A single fight card will feature four elite representatives of the Swedish fight scene. Scandinavian steel is coming to test both the Czech and international waters, determined to leave an everlasting mark. Meet the fighters behind this destructive legion arriving to conquer the north of Bohemia.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/744bf243-fc34-4f28-83a0-65fa97e8cabf/cs.1775220295836.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/09cd29a6-265b-4e17-beed-6dfecfbb52fa/cs.1775220300342.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>ZEBAZTIAN KADESTAM: THE CHAMPION WHO PUT SOLDIĆ TO SLEEP </h2><p>Leading the Swedish army is the former ONE Championship world titleholder.<strong> Zebaztian "The Bandit" Kadestam (15-8)</strong> is the embodiment of absolute striking destruction, a fact he proved in his recent bout in Colorado, where he brutally <strong>knocked out the feared Roberto Soldić</strong> in the second round. Kadestam brings devastating elbows and a wealth of experience from the world's biggest arenas into the cage. In Liberec, however, he faces an extremely motivated hometown hero and elite soldier, <strong>Dominik Humburger</strong>. This will be a clash of two worlds that is highly unlikely to reach the judges' scorecards.</p><h2>SAMUEL BARK: THE COLD-BLOODED BELT COLLECTOR</h2><p>If anyone embodies a modern gladiator, it is the cold-blooded <strong>Samuel Bark (11-3)</strong>. One of Europe's most successful Muay Thai fighters and a WBC belt holder, he has already made his mark in OKTAGON with a dominant victory over <strong>Vladimír Lengál</strong> and a breathtaking performance in Brno, where, despite getting off to a rocky start, he pulled off an incredible comeback to<strong> submit former champion Mate Sanikidze</strong>. Now, he returns to the cage starving for victory after a <strong>narrow decision loss to Zafar Mohsen</strong> at OKTAGON 82 in January. Standing in his way this time is the Brno brawler <strong>Radek Roušal</strong>, who is out for revenge on behalf of his friend. Brace yourselves for a ruthless stand-up war in small gloves that will make your blood run cold.</p><h2>JOSEFINE KNUTSSON: AN ELITE STRIKER WITH CLINICAL PRECISION </h2><p>The female wing of the Swedish expedition brings a true gem to the Liberec card. <strong>Josefine "Thunder" Knutsson (8-1)</strong> is an elite fighter whose movement in the cage resembles a deadly dance with a razor blade. The Muay Thai World Championship gold medalist and Japanese K-1 elite tournament finalist heads to OKTAGON with a clear goal: to bounce back from her first professional <strong>loss in her last UFC bout against Piera Rodriguez</strong>. However, an easy path back to the win column does not await her. Standing in her way in Liberec is 25-year-old Brazilian heavy hitter<strong> Mileide Simplicio</strong>, well-remembered by local fans from her clash with <strong>Veronika Smolková</strong>. In this highly anticipated matchup, the Swedish favorite is expected to deliver precise technique, devastating speed, and a harsh, world-class striking lesson.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWWzRDTDB-h/"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>LIAM PITTS: THE TV STAR WHO ALWAYS GETS THE FINISH</h2><p>Closing out the Swedish legion is a representative of the fierce next generation and a true phenomenon. At just <strong>22 years old</strong>, <strong>Liam Pitts (3-0)</strong> brings not only an undefeated record into the cage but also a 100% stoppage rate. In his last fight at OKTAGON 79, <strong>he gave Stephan Guide no chance</strong>, choking him out in the very first round. Although a massive <strong>reality TV star back home</strong>, once the cage door locks, he transforms into a ruthless brawler from the renowned Allstars gym. He comes to Liberec to prove why he represents the bright future of European MMA and is ready to unleash absolute hell.</p><p><strong>The Swedish invasion is here, and on April 25, the ground in Liberec will shake! Be there when the cage doors close at the Home Credit Arena. Tickets are on sale now and disappearing fast. Don't miss your chance, secure your seats at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://oktagonmma.com"><strong>oktagonmma.com</strong></a><strong>, and experience this Nordic storm for yourself!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="129"></okteventcomponent>

On April 25, the Home Credit Arena in Liberec will witness a raid unprecedented in OKTAGON history. A single fight card will feature four elite representatives of the Swedish fight scene. Scandinavian steel is coming to test both the Czech and international waters.

SWEDISH INVASION BENEATH JEŠTĚD: LIBEREC BRACES FOR A NORDIC STORM

<p>On April 25th, the Home Credit Arena in Liberec will host the highly anticipated debut of a global star. <strong>Zebaztian Kadestam</strong>, a former world champion and elite striker whose life journey led from a juvenile detention center to the absolute pinnacle of the sport, is stepping into the cage. He arrives with a clear goal: to conquer North Bohemia and leave an undeniable mark on OKTAGON soil. However, waiting for him under the Ještěd mountain is elite soldier <strong>Dominik Humburger</strong>, who refuses to back down an inch in front of his home crowd.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/b80b59ab-a121-484b-af71-668206005675/cs.1775057702696.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/aec260d3-ec35-483f-b365-3f701b126a54/cs.1775057707558.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>AN ELITE STRIKER WITH DEVASTATING POWER</h2><p>Zebaztian Kadestam <strong>has long been ranked among the most respected strikers on the global scene</strong> and is one of the most prominent names introduced by OKTAGON this year. The <strong>former welterweight king of the prestigious Asian promotion ONE Championship</strong> brings immense experience and a professional record of <strong>15–8</strong> to the cage. Remarkably, <strong>13 of his wins have come via KO/TKO</strong>. His ability to control the tempo and apply calculated pressure makes him an extremely dangerous adversary.</p><h2>FROM THE STREETS TO THE WORLD THRONE</h2><p>The story of "<strong>The Bandit</strong>" reads like a gritty Nordic drama. Born in Uppsala, Sweden, Kadestam struggled with ADHD as a child, quickly lost interest in school, and fell into the illusions of the street. Theft, street fighting, and drugs eventually led him behind the walls of a detention center on the island of Gotland at just sixteen years old. It was there, however, that Kadestam found his salvation—martial arts. Though he initially received harsh lessons in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the mats, the defeats didn't break him. On the contrary, they helped him tame his ego and discover his inner strength.</p><p>At eighteen, he made a solemn promise to himself: he would reach the global stage before turning twenty-five. Following his release in 2009, he headed to Stockholm, and a year later, he flew to Thailand to train. He admits he knew all too well that this was his last chance to avoid ending up in prison for good. <strong>Combat sports gave him the meaning and direction</strong> he had previously sought in vain. The troubled boy grew into a predator, completing his life’s turnaround in <strong>2018 </strong>when he ascended the championship throne of ONE Championship. Thus, he enters the OKTAGON cage not just as an elite athlete, but as a hardened warrior who knows exactly what it’s like to fight his way up from the very bottom.</p><h2>THE EXECUTIONER WHO SILENCED SOLDIĆ</h2><p>To understand the magnitude of the threat the Swedish fighter poses, one only needs to look at his recent performance in Colorado, USA, where Kadestam brutally <strong>knocked out the feared</strong> <strong>Roberto Soldić</strong>. The local audience still vividly remembers the Croatian "Robocop" as the man who clinicaly broke <strong>Patrik Kincl</strong> in the third round back in 2021. Yet, Kadestam needed only two rounds to definitively shut Soldić down, confirming his status as absolute world class. For Dominik Humburger, this means one thing: he stands at a career crossroads and faces perhaps the toughest test that could ever define his legacy. This trial will speak volumes about the future of the middleweight division.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DV_qwwCjAA6/?utm_source=ig_embed"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>AN EARTHQUAKE IN NORTH BOHEMIA</h2><p>OKTAGON 87 in Liberec offers more than just a clash between a world champion and a local soldier; it features a card packed with stars of the European scene. Under the spotlights of the Home Credit Arena, you will witness the historic title fight of Lucia Szabová, the spectacular return of Vlado Lengál, and an uncompromising striking war featuring Radek Roušal.</p><p><strong>On April 25th, witness the confrontation of vast experience and pure hunger for victory. Watch the tournament live via PPV on </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://OKTAGON.TV"><strong>OKTAGON.TV</strong></a><strong>, or soak up the electrifying atmosphere directly from the stands.&nbsp;Secure your spot below 👇</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="129"></okteventcomponent>

On April 25th, the Home Credit Arena in Liberec will host the highly anticipated debut of a global star. Zebaztian Kadestam, a former world champion and elite striker whose life journey led from a juvenile detention center to the absolute pinnacle of the sport, is stepping into the cage. 

THE BIRTH OF A BANDIT: HOW A TROUBLED KID BECAME A WORLD CHAMPION NOW HEADING TO OKTAGON

<p>On April 11th, Szczecin's Enea Arena will host a matchup that will send chills down the spines of striking fans. OKTAGON 86 features a clash between two women who have reached the absolute pinnacle of their respective disciplines. Homegrown star and nine-time Polish K-1 champion Emilia Czerwińska will face British icon Niamh Kinehan, considered by many to be the best female Muay Thai fighter on the planet. Will Polish grit dominate in small gloves, or will technical precision from the cradle of Thai boxing prevail?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c5e910b4-14c2-45e9-af44-634c4067b49f/cs.1774958869458.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/fa8d7f26-e45c-4ff2-871d-0bc14155d38c/cs.1774958873870.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>EMILIA CZERWIŃSKA: THE IRON LADY OF POLISH STRIKING</h2><p>The resume of <strong>Emilia Czerwińska</strong> (3–1) commands respect from anyone who has ever laced up gloves. A nine-time Polish champion and two-time K-1 World Champion, she is at the peak of her career at 35. Czerwińska isn't just a "fighter"—she is a winning machine with years of experience in the world’s toughest rings.</p><p>She transitioned to MMA with a clear goal: to prove her style is adaptable to the cage. She has already proven her worth in KSW, showing that her strikes carry knockout power even in small gloves. In Szczecin, she will have the entire arena behind her. Emilia is hunting for her fourth professional win and intends to show that experience and power are on her side.</p><h2>NIAMH KINEHAN: THE WORLD'S BEST MUAY THAI FIGHTER</h2><p>Standing across from the local hero is a woman whose name is spoken with sacred reverence across Europe. <strong>Niamh Kinehan</strong> joined OKTAGON as the absolute "GOAT" of female Thai boxing. Holding titles from the WBC, WMO, and ISKA, she has won everything there is to win in the ring. Her style is defined by relentless pressure, lethal knees, and clinches from which there is no escape.</p><p>While Kinehan is still a newcomer to MMA, her <strong>debut</strong> at a sold-out Štvanice was breathtaking. She systematically dismantled Czech prospect Michaela Hlaváčiková, proving her Muay Thai is absolutely devastating in the cage. Now, Niamh is raising the bar. For the first time, she faces an opponent who is larger and more experienced in MMA. However, the British champion loves a challenge and travels to Poland with one goal: to silence Szczecin and confirm her technique is unmatched.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVgdkBtiCHZ/"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>A CLASH OF TWO WORLDS: K-1 VS. MUAY THAI</h2><p>Czerwińska vs. Kinehan is more than just an MMA duel. It is a confrontation between two schools of striking. While the Pole relies on boxing combinations and the high-pressure K-1 style, the Brit brings the destructive power of Thai boxing into the cage. Which woman will conquer Szczecin and secure a crucial victory in the OKTAGON cage?</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 86 in Szczecin will be a night of legends!</strong> Don’t miss this exceptional clash alongside a stacked card:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Michał Materla vs. Christian Jungwirth</strong> – A war between two national icons.</p></li><li><p><strong>Tomasz Narkun vs. Alexander Poppeck</strong> – A battle for the light heavyweight title challenger spot.</p></li><li><p><strong>Piotr Wawrzyniak vs. Mateusz Janur</strong> – A Polish derby at the top of the middleweight division.</p></li></ul><p><strong>The Enea Arena will shake on April 11th under the roar of the fans. Be part of this historic Polish premiere! Tickets are moving fast, so secure your spot or buy the PPV at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://OKTAGON.TV"><strong>OKTAGON.TV</strong></a><strong>. Ticket link below.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="127"></okteventcomponent>

On April 11th, Szczecin's Enea Arena will host a matchup that will send chills down the spines of striking fans. OKTAGON 86 features a clash between two women who have reached the absolute pinnacle of their respective disciplines. 

CLASH OF ELITE STRIKERS: HOME FAVORITE CZERWIŃSKA TO FACE STAR KINEHAN IN SZCZECIN

<p>OKTAGON’s historic first-ever tournament in Poland is knocking on the door, and with it comes the debut of a man entering the organization with the aura of a champion and a reputation as an uncompromising finisher. Mateusz Janur (11–4) dominated the Polish organization FEN and is now ready to conquer the European throne. Standing in his way, however, is one of the toughest obstacles in the division: former interim champion Piotr Wawrzyniak. How is Janur preparing, what does it mean to fight alongside legends like Materla and Narkun, and what kind of burger will he treat himself to after a victory? You’ll find out all this and more in our exclusive interview.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c13b180f-559e-4df5-bbde-7b11971ddbe9/cs.1774531270380.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/1a5d2bc3-9da5-435d-b6c6-dc72a851a915/cs.1774531276157.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><p><strong>Mateusz, welcome to OKTAGON. Your debut takes place at the promotion's historic first-ever event in Poland. What are your prevailing emotions just a few weeks before this milestone?</strong></p><p>I am incredibly happy to be part of this historic event. I’m looking forward to the fight immensely. It also means a lot to me to be competing on the same card as Michał Materla and Tomasz Narkun—they are true icons of Polish MMA.</p><p><strong>What specifically attracted you to OKTAGON? Had you been following the promotion before, or did you start paying attention only after the expansion into Poland was announced?</strong></p><p>OKTAGON caught my eye because of its rapid expansion across Europe. Right now, it’s the largest and fastest-growing MMA organization on the European market. Of course, the contract offer played a role, but I had been following OKTAGON tournaments before that. What interested me most was last year’s middleweight tournament and the guys who competed in it.</p><p><strong>You enter OKTAGON with a reputation as a feared finisher—9 of your 11 wins ended before the final bell. Can fans expect another hunt for a finish? What kind of statement do you want to make in your first fight?</strong></p><p>In every fight, I prepare for a tough three-round battle. But if the opportunity arises during the fight, I always go for the finish—whether it’s a submission or a knockout. It will be the same here. I expect three demanding rounds with Piotr Wawrzyniak, but if the chance comes, I will definitely try to end the fight before the final gong.</p><p><strong>Your last two fights ended in victories via guillotine choke. Your upcoming opponent, Piotr Wawrzyniak, has never been finished by KO/TKO. Will you aim to be the first to do so, or will you rely on your grappling skills?</strong></p><p>As I said, I’m preparing for three rounds of hard exchanges. But if the situation gives me an opening to end the fight via submission or knockout, I’ll take it. I firmly believe in the power of my striking, but I see great opportunities in my ground game as well.</p><p><strong>Piotr Wawrzyniak is a former OKTAGON interim champion and one of the toughest fighters in the division. How do you view him as an opponent? Have you watched his previous fights?</strong></p><p>Piotr is a very tough fighter. He constantly pressures forward and loves sharp exchanges. He is in the top five of the rankings, so this is a great matchup for me and a huge opportunity to jump straight to the top of the division. I’m really looking forward to sharing the cage with him.</p><p><strong>You are a star in Poland, but in OKTAGON, you are starting a new chapter. How much does it motivate you to win over Czech, Slovak, and German fans who might be seeing you in action for the first time on Saturday night?</strong></p><p>It’s a new chapter for me and a chance to step onto a major international stage. I’m excited to fight in front of fans from all over Europe—whether they are from Czechia, Germany, Slovakia, or elsewhere. I want to put on a great performance so that they remember my name for a long time.</p><p><strong>Wawrzyniak is known for his aggressive style and heavy hands. How are you preparing for this type of opponent at your home gym, Armia Polkowice? Is it the sparring with heavyweights there that has toughened you up for this duel?</strong></p><p>I am preparing for Piotr tactically, of course, but I’d rather keep the details to myself. I train at the Armia Polkowice gym as well as Ankos MMA Poznań, where I have the opportunity to spar with some of the best middleweight fighters in Poland and Europe. Thanks to that, I will be fully prepared for Piotr’s style.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVJXJPiDLGb/?img_index=1"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>At 34, you are an experienced veteran at the top of your game. What do you see as your biggest advantage over the younger "hungry wolves" trying to fight their way to the top of the middleweight division?</strong></p><p>Honestly, I feel young and believe I am in the best shape of my career. My biggest advantage is definitely experience. I’ve been through tough battles, faced strong opponents, and known both victory and defeat. I’ve seen a lot in this sport, and that experience is one of my greatest assets.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON’s middleweight division is currently one of the most stacked. If you defeat Wawrzyniak on Saturday, will you want someone from the top five next, or do you have a specific name in mind?</strong></p><p>Right now, I am fully focused only on the fight with Piotr Wawrzyniak. That is the only thing that matters at the moment. I’m not looking too far ahead. After the fight in Szczecin, we’ll see what comes next in OKTAGON.</p><p><strong>Many fighters have their rituals. Do you do anything specific on fight day to get into "the zone"?</strong></p><p>On fight day, I like to focus on mental preparation. I use breathing exercises and meditation to stay calm and focused. I also visualize how the fight might unfold. It’s important for me to have my friends and my entire corner around me; that gives me a lot of confidence and peace.</p><p><strong>You won’t reveal your game plan, but if you had to guess—in which round and by what method will you emerge victorious in Szczecin?</strong></p><p>It’s hard to predict the exact ending, but I have two ideal scenarios. The first would be a quick submission finish. The second would be three hard rounds of intense exchanges followed by a submission or knockout in the third round.</p><p><strong>If you could say one thing to the Polish fans coming to the arena to support you, what would it be?</strong></p><p>I can promise all the Polish fans that we, as fighters, will do everything to make sure OKTAGON enters Poland in great style. I hope the fans come to the arena, enjoy the atmosphere, and support all the fighters—both the domestic and the international ones.</p><p><strong>Mateusz, outside the cage, you seem very calm and composed. How do you relax when you aren't training for fights?</strong></p><p>I love sports and I love good food. Outside of training, I like to stay active in various other sports and spend my free time enjoying great meals in good restaurants. That’s my way of resting and recharging my batteries.</p><p><strong>I have to ask about your love for burgers. What kind of burger will you treat yourself to after the fight in Szczecin?</strong></p><p>My love for burgers stems partly from the fact that one of my close friends owns a burger restaurant. He is also one of my sponsors and was one of the first people to support me in my professional career. You could say I’m the official taster for his burgers. So after the fight in Szczecin, I’m sure he’ll prepare something special for me.</p><p><strong>Authenticity is important for fighters. What should OKTAGON fans associate with the name Mateusz Janur? What legacy do you want to leave in the organization?</strong></p><p>I want people to associate my name with true sportsmanship and professionalism. Less talk, more action. I want to be known for my attitude outside the cage and for strong, exciting performances inside it.</p><p></p><p><strong>Mateusz Janur is ready to storm into OKTAGON and immediately aim for the highest goals. Will he manage to stop Wawrzyniak in Szczecin and secure a prime position in the stacked middleweight division? We’ll find out on April 11th at the Enea Arena. The historic Polish premiere is just around the corner, and tickets are disappearing at lightning speed. Be there when history is written. Secure your tickets today!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="127"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON’s historic first-ever tournament in Poland is knocking on the door, and with it comes the debut of a man entering the organization with the aura of a champion and a reputation as an uncompromising finisher. 

MATEUSZ JANUR: "LESS TALK, MORE ACTION. I WANT FANS TO REMEMBER MY NAME"

<p><strong>Liberec's Home Credit Arena</strong> is bracing for an invasion of Moravian power. The inseparable duo, synonymous with attractive "wars" and an uncompromising style, is back in action. <strong>Radek Roušal </strong>and <strong>Vlado Lengál</strong>, two brawlers from Brno, will challenge dangerous international raiders at <strong>OKTAGON 87</strong>. We are in for a personal vendetta for a teammate and a battle for a spot in the Lightweight TOP 5. Will the Brno duo conquer North Bohemia?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/ef8f6998-6c2f-406d-962f-a7c2eac10493/cs.1774360393001.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/cdb1ecf5-31c2-4b16-9c50-f5c5db22d34a/cs.1774360399668.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>RADEK ROUŠAL: TIME FOR REVENGE AND A CLIMB TO THE TOP</h2><p>The popular Brno "bad boy" <strong>Radek Roušal</strong> is enjoying a dream run. His 2025 campaign was a total demolition—<strong>three fights, three victories</strong>, all finished before the distance. Most recently in Brno, he shocked the arena by knocking out Corey Frye, who was supposed to be his toughest test, in the very first round. Roušal is on a roll, and his confidence and hunger grow with every bout.</p><p>In Liberec, however, he faces a challenge with a personal touch. Standing in his way is the Swedish "Sammon Decker," <strong>Samuel Bark</strong>. The former UAE Warriors champion and elite Muay Thai fighter has already sparked a<strong> heated exchange with Roušal </strong>on social media, much to the fans' delight. Bark is extremely dangerous in the cage—he submitted Sanikidze in Brno, and more importantly, he <strong>holds a win over Roušal’s teammate</strong>, Vlado Lengál. For Radek, the mission is clear: avenge his friend, take down the star Swede, and firmly establish himself among the Featherweight elite. A finish will be in the air from the very first second!</p><h2>VLADO LENGÁL: A BATTLE FOR THE TOP 5 AGAINST THE TURKISH DRAGON</h2><p>While Roušal attacks the top of the Featherweight division, the legendary <strong>Vlado Lengál</strong> aims to improve his standing in the stacked Lightweight division. Last time in Brno, Vlado showed his fists still possess <strong>devastating power </strong>when he steamrolled his Serbian opponent Dimić, finishing him in the second round. Lengál is a fan favorite thanks to his resilience and willingness to engage in any exchange.</p><p>In Liberec, he faces the Turkish sharpshooter <strong>Ozan Aslaner</strong>. Currently ranked #7 in the Lightweight division, Aslaner is a <strong>proven name</strong> in OKTAGON with battles against the likes of Kuzník, Tichota, and Mudroch under his belt. Aslaner recently defeated Mexican veteran Elpidio and is now hungry for another Czech scalp. For Lengál, this is a pivotal duel—victory will catapult him toward the <strong>TOP 5 </strong>and prove that Vlado is far from finished. We are in for a clash of two hard-hitting strikers, and once again, a finish before the final bell is expected.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVteXb6jM-U/?img_index=8"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>WILL LIBEREC CELEBRATE WITH BRNO?</h2><p>Two teammates, one goal: to bring valuable scalps back from North Bohemia and show that the Brno school is world-class. Can Roušal tame Bark and Lengál stop Aslaner? The Home Credit Arena will be boiling, and fan support could be the deciding factor.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 87 in Liberec is fast approaching! On April 25th, you’ll see not only the Brno duo in action but also the historic title fight of Lucia Szabová and local hero Dominik Humburger. This is a tournament you cannot miss! Secure your seat in the arena and experience the unique atmosphere for yourself!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="129"></okteventcomponent>

Liberec's Home Credit Arena is bracing for an invasion of Moravian power. The inseparable duo, synonymous with attractive "wars" and an uncompromising style, is back in action. Radek Roušal and Vlado Lengál, two brawlers from Brno, will challenge dangerous international raiders at OKTAGON 87.

THE BRNO COMBO IN ACTION: LENGÁL AND ROUŠAL HEAD TO LIBEREC

<p>Szczecin's Enea Arena is bracing for a clash that could decide the future of the welterweight division. Former champion <strong>Ion Surdu</strong> returns to the cage on a mission to prove the throne belongs to him. However, standing in his way is the Georgian phenomenon <strong>Amiran Gogoladze</strong>, who remains undefeated in OKTAGON. We are in for a showdown between two elite strikers where a single second of inattention could mean the end. Who will blast their way to a title shot in Szczecin?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c0ded12b-36ed-4212-b5dd-d51ff6c1098e/cs.1774017515316.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/61397426-157d-44c5-9aa5-a71264f75141/cs.1774017522382.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>"DRACULA" HEADS BACK TO THE TOP</h2><p>The Moldovan Prince, <strong>Ion Surdu</strong>, is one of the most prolific finishers in European welterweight history. He lost his title unfortunately due to missing weight, but inside the cage, he left no room for doubt. Most recently in Brno, he put on a clinical <strong>demolition</strong>, brutally finishing local hero Andrej Kalašník in front of his home fans.</p><p>Surdu is currently the division's #1, and his hunger for gold is greater than ever. The reigning champion is <strong>Kaik Brito</strong>, who secured the belt by knocking out Ronald Paradeiser in the third round. "<strong>Dracula</strong>" is now driven by dual motivation—he wants his belt back and seeks to avenge his teammate Rony. Furthermore, Surdu has already defeated Brito once before and is confident that a rematch would yield the same result. First, however, he must deal with a dangerous new contender.</p><h2>THE RETURN OF THE GEORGIAN SNIPER</h2><p>Facing the Moldovan predator is a man with surgical precision in his hands. Georgian champion <strong>Amiran Gogoladze</strong> returns after a forced 18-month hiatus due to injury. "<strong>The Sniper</strong>" boasts an impressive 17 victories and has yet to find a conqueror inside the yellow-and-black cage.</p><p>At just 28 years old, the Georgian is considered one of Europe's top talents. His style is built on incredible speed, timing, and the ability to strike from angles no one sees coming. The long layoff has built up massive motivation. Gogoladze isn't just returning to compete—he's returning to show that despite the injury, he remains the predator of the welterweight division and that his undefeated streak in OKTAGON will continue.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTxuetmjGzU/"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>WHO WILL TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARD THE TITLE?</h2><p>Surdu vs. Gogoladze is a battle at the very pinnacle of the division. For Ion, it’s a chance to finally erase the shadow of the missed weight and take the first step back to the title. For Amiran, it’s a career-defining opportunity to dethrone the division’s #1 immediately upon his return. It will be a collision of Moldovan explosiveness and Georgian precision.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 86 in Szczecin is writing Polish MMA history! </strong>On April 11th, witness this battle for the welterweight throne, alongside:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Tomasz Narkun vs. Alexander Poppeck</strong> – A Polish legend vs. the German Viking.</p></li><li><p><strong>Michał Materla vs. Christian Jungwirth</strong> – A battle between two national icons.</p></li><li><p><strong>Mateusz Janur vs. Piotr Wawrzyniak</strong> – A Polish derby between two top-tier tough guys.</p></li></ul><p><strong>The Enea Arena will be packed. Do you have your ticket yet? If not, secure your spot at the link below and watch Gogoladze’s return and Surdu’s campaign live!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="127"></okteventcomponent>

Szczecin's Enea Arena is bracing for a clash that could decide the future of the welterweight division. Former champion Ion Surdu returns to the cage on a mission to prove the throne belongs to him. However, standing in his way is the Georgian phenomenon Amiran Gogoladze.

WHO WILL BE BRITO’S NEXT CHALLENGER? SURDU AND GOGOLADZE COLLIDE IN SZCZECIN

<p>Home soil, his hometown, and an opponent whose name resonates on a global scale. Dominik Humburger, an elite soldier and now one of OKTAGON’s brightest stars, returns to Liberec. The year 2025 was a journey of unexpected triumphs and battles that brought fans to their feet. Now, "Hambáč" stands at the threshold of the absolute top. However, standing in his way is the Swedish "Bandit."</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/7ae055ee-7467-42b7-b5a1-ea978ced2619/cs.1773842465517.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/8ca4c9c7-e9f9-4e16-b8e3-a45300420990/cs.1773842483232.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>A WARRIOR IN HEART AND SOUL</h2><p>Dominik Humburger is no ordinary fighter. His profile is unique in European MMA—he is an elite soldier whose life is defined by service to his country. During the summer of 2025, he moved to the elite <strong>Special Forces of the Czech Armed Forces</strong>, further highlighting his incredible discipline and dedication. Dominik brings more than just strikes into the cage; he brings the values of a true warrior: honor and respect.</p><p>Humburger is a man of many roles—a close-quarters combat instructor, a recipient of a military award from President Petr Pavel, but above all, an uncompromising combatant.</p><h2>2025: THE JOURNEY OF AN UNDERDOG WHO SHOCKED EUROPE</h2><p>Last year belonged to him. Dominik Humburger entered every major fight as the underdog, yet he delivered a miracle every single time.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Taking Pirát’s Scalp:</strong> In his debut in Karlovy Vary, he silenced the critics by steamrolling the favored Samuel Krištofič in the main event via second-round TKO.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Miracle at Štvanice: </strong>The Tipsport Gamechanger quarter-final against Hulme. At the packed open-air stadium in Prague, Dominik finished the tournament's biggest favorite, leaving thousands of fans cheering in a standing ovation. It was a moment that became one of the ultimate highlights of the year.</p></li><li><p><strong>Fight of the Year with Engizek:</strong> In the semi-finals in Bratislava, he faced the undefeated champion Kerim Engizek. It was a duel that fans voted the<strong> "2025 Fight of the Year."</strong> Dominik was literally seconds away from victory, pushing the champion like no one else has in the last 10 years. Only an unfortunate pause following a low blow and Engizek's experience in the final round resulted in a narrow decision loss.</p></li></ul><p>This run propelled Humburger to <strong>#4 in the middleweight rankings</strong> and made him a national favorite. Now, it’s time for the next step.</p><h2>A WORLD-CLASS ADVERSARY: ZEBAZTIAN KADESTAM</h2><p>While Dominik will have the entire city of Liberec behind him, he faces a man who knows exactly what it’s like to hold world gold over his head. <strong>Zebaztian "The Bandit" Kadestam</strong> is a Swedish powerhouse arriving in OKTAGON with the <strong>aura of a former World Champion from the prestigious Asian organization ONE Championship</strong>. Kadestam is renowned for his brutal striking power and an incredible ability to finish fights—his style is pure aggression that leaves no room for error. His professional record stands at <strong>15–8</strong>, with <strong>13 of those wins coming via KO/TKO</strong>, proving just how lethal a finisher he truly is.</p><p>The quality of the Swedish fighter is best illustrated by his recent scalp. In Colorado, USA, Kadestam emphatically knocked out the feared <strong>Roberto Soldić</strong>. Soldić is a name that strikes fear into Czechoslovak fans—he is the same man who brutally finished Patrik Kincl in the third round back in 2021. Kadestam managed to take down the Croatian "Robocop" in the second round, sending a clear message that he belongs among the elite of the world. For Humburger, this is likely the greatest test of his career.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DV_qwwCjAA6/"></oktinstagramcomponent><h2>THE HOME CREDIT ARENA IS SET TO BOIL</h2><p>OKTAGON 87 in Liberec offers a night that North Bohemia will never forget. Can the elite soldier stop the Swedish raider in his hometown? Or will Kadestam confirm his reputation as the executioner of European stars?</p><p><strong>In addition to this clash, you can look forward to the historic title fight of Lucia Szabová, the return of Vlado Lengál, and the Brno firebrand Radek Roušal. History will be rewritten on April 25th in Liberec. Be there! Tickets are on sale now and disappearing fast. Don't miss your chance to experience OKTAGON live!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="129"></okteventcomponent>

Home soil, his hometown, and an opponent whose name resonates on a global scale. Dominik Humburger, an elite soldier and now one of OKTAGON’s brightest stars, returns to Liberec. The year 2025 was a journey of unexpected triumphs and battles that brought fans to their feet. 

HUMBURGER vs. KADESTAM: THE SOLDIER’S ULTIMATE TEST IN LIBEREC

<p>The Home Credit Arena is preparing for one of the most significant women's bouts in OKTAGON history. Slovak sensation Lucia Szabová stands at the gates of immortality. If she succeeds, she will become the first woman in the promotion's history to sit on the throne of two weight classes simultaneously. However, the path to gold leads through a dangerous Brazilian champion who is coming to the Czech Republic for nothing less than the scalp of the local star. Will the "Silent Killer" rewrite history, or will Fernandes shock Liberec?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/b65ee338-fe68-4dd8-90ba-2a7d0a8e15c8/cs.1773756374306.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/0757843a-5238-43f7-a113-87e853c96483/cs.1773756378771.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>LUCIA SZABOVÁ: THE "SILENT KILLER" ON THE PATH TO IMMORTALITY</h2><p><strong>Lucia Szabová</strong> (10–0) is a phenomenon. Since her<strong> return from maternity</strong> leave in March 2024, she has proven that she hasn't lost any of her killer instinct. Quite the opposite. She kicked off 2025 with a performance that was talked about worldwide—literally "erasing" UFC veteran Kalindra Faria in the first round with an unconventional <strong>Standing Americana</strong>. In the summer at Štvanice, her victory over Cecilia Bolander secured her tenth win in the organization and the <strong>bantamweight championship title</strong>.</p><p>Now, the <strong>"Silent Killer" </strong>moves to the flyweight division, where her speed and technical precision are expected to shine even brighter. Moving down a weight class isn't just about cutting pounds; it's a mission for the<strong> history books</strong>. In the cage, Szabová appears invincible. She reads her opponents, waits for a mistake, and then strikes with uncompromising accuracy. At the same time, she can apply <strong>immense pressure</strong> that causes her opponents to crumble. A victory in Liberec would confirm her status as the absolute European number one and make her the <strong>first female double-champion in the organization's history</strong>.</p><h2>LEIDIANE FERNANDES: BRAZILIAN DYNAMITE IN CZECH TERRITORY</h2><p>Standing against the Slovak icon is an opponent used to winning in the toughest conditions. <strong>Leidiane Fernandes</strong> (7–2) enters OKTAGON as the reigning champion of the prestigious Brazilian organization Jungle Fight—a breeding ground for South American talent. Her path to the title was paved with aggression and, above all, <strong>incredible power</strong>, which she crowned with a brutal knockout in the pyramid final.</p><p>Fernandes is not a tactician in the cage; <strong>she is a predator</strong>. She is known for her physicality, her willingness to engage in wild exchanges, and a knockout punch that is devastating by women's standards. She arrives in Liberec with a clear plan: to <strong>silence the arena</strong>, end Szabová's undefeated streak, and become the champion. Can Brazilian ferocity derail Slovak power?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/48dc15c7-03bd-427e-bb7d-86ac5a0367b5/cs.1773756589054.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/ac81a24a-ea5e-4b1c-899e-80d46b235871/cs.1773756593285.png" croppedcorners="false"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>LIBEREC SET FOR A NIGHT OF STARS</h2><p>The title fight between Szabová and Fernandes is just the tip of the iceberg hitting North Bohemia this April. <strong>OKTAGON 87</strong> promises a card packed with emotion and local heroes:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Dominik Humburger </strong>– The local hero whose career is on a steep upward trajectory.</p></li><li><p><strong>Vladimír Lengál </strong>– A guarantee of excitement and uncompromising stand-up battles.</p></li><li><p><strong>Radek Roušal </strong>– The "bad boy" from Brno, ready to unleash chaos in the cage.</p></li></ul><p>It will be an evening that either confirms the reign of Lucia Szabová or births a new international star from Brazil.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 87 kicks off on April 25th! Don’t miss this historic battle for the vacant flyweight title. The Home Credit Arena will be bursting at the seams, so don’t hesitate! Secure your tickets or buy the PPV at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://OKTAGON.TV"><strong>OKTAGON.TV</strong></a><strong> and be there when history is rewritten!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="129"></okteventcomponent>

The Home Credit Arena is preparing for one of the most significant women's bouts in OKTAGON history. Slovak sensation Lucia Szabová stands at the gates of immortality. If she succeeds, she will become the first woman in the promotion's history to sit on the throne of two weight classes simultaneously. 

A HISTORIC MILESTONE WITHIN REACH! SZABOVÁ TO ATTACK DOUBLE-CHAMPION STATUS IN LIBEREC

<p>OKTAGON 86 is fast approaching. OKTAGON’s premiere in Poland will take place in just three weeks at Szczecin's Enea Arena. Several fighters featured on the card hail directly from Szczecin, including local legends Michał Materla, Tomasz Narkun, and Michał Piwowarski. Who are these representatives of the famous Berserkers Team, and what can you expect from them on April 11th?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/40b69a3e-d882-4ea6-8c4d-764360fed6ce/cs.1773692459821.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/416a82f0-f99d-4236-8aa5-0ff3975b4bc3/cs.1773692464302.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>TWO MEGA STARS: MATERLA AND NARKUN BACK IN ACTION </h2><p>Few Polish fighters possess the legendary status of<strong> Michał Materla</strong> and <strong>Tomasz Narkun</strong>. Materla has long been one of the primary faces of Polish MMA. He made his <strong>professional debut back in 2003</strong>, starting his career with a rocket-like eight-fight winning streak. He has competed for almost every major Polish organization, from smaller local shows to the biggest stages. In 2012, he became the KSW middleweight champion and successfully <strong>defended his title four times</strong>. He also captured championship gold in the EFM organization. Throughout his career, Materla has faced Europe's elite, including Tomasz Drwal, Mamed Khalidov, Roberto Soldić, and Mariusz Pudzianowski. At one point, Materla was ranked an impressive #16 in the world middleweight rankings.</p><p>With nearly <strong>270,000 followers on Instagram</strong>, Materla has won over fans with his exciting fighting style, never hesitating to engage in <strong>risky exchanges</strong>. He relies on his <strong>trademark toughness</strong>, evidenced by an nearly 80% finish rate across his incredible <strong>33 career victories! </strong>However, his opponent, <strong>Christian Jungwirth</strong>, is cut from the same cloth. The German "Celt" is famous for his tenacity, relentlessness, and willingness to push himself to the absolute physical limit. This clash of icons in Szczecin promises to be a high-octane affair.</p><p>The second major legend is <strong>Tomasz Narkun</strong>, a feared submission specialist and one of the most dominant light heavyweight fighters in Poland. The man nicknamed "<strong>Žyrafa</strong>" (The Giraffe) boasts a professional <strong>record of 21–6</strong>. His BJJ black belt is backed by an incredible 15 submission wins. He is also one of the longest-reigning KSW champions in history, successfully defending his title for five long years.</p><p>At 36, Tomasz Narkun is still ready to prove he belongs among Europe's elite, if not at the very top. He won his last three fights dominantly, needing a combined total of just <strong>136 seconds</strong> to finish all three opponents! Fighting at home in Szczecin, he looks forward to reminding his fans just how good he truly is. His skills will be tested by the German Viking<strong> Alexander "Ironside" Poppeck</strong>, the current <strong>#1 contender</strong> in the 93kg division. The winner of this duel will likely secure a <strong>title shot</strong> against the reigning champion, Will Fleury.</p><h2>HEAVYWEIGHTS TAKE THE STAGE </h2><p>Another representative of the local <strong>Berserkers Team</strong> is heavyweight <strong>Michał Piwowarski</strong>. Like his teammates, Piwowarski is strongest on the ground; six of his seven victories have come via submission. Although Piwowarski is 37, he only began his professional career in 2017 and has 11 pro fights under his belt. However, his skills should not be underestimated. Even as an amateur, he defeated former OKTAGON title challenger Kamil Minda. Currently riding a <strong>two-fight winning streak</strong>, he now has the chance to perform before his home crowd on Europe's most prestigious stage.</p><p>On the other side of the cage stands the dangerous <strong>Timo Feucht</strong>, a German fighter OKTAGON fans may remember from <strong>OKTAGON 14</strong>, where he demolished Jeremy Kimball. Now, after seven years, <strong>he returns with a single goal</strong>—to become champion. In Szczecin, however, he faces a tough test where he must prove he can hold his own even in the ground game.</p><p><strong>Szczecin will feature more than just local stars. Piotr Wawrzyniak, Mateusz Janur, Ion Surdu, and many others will also step into the cage. Enea Arena is set for an explosion of emotion like never before. Mark April 11th in your calendar, or better yet, buy your tickets now and be part of this unique evening! OKTAGON 86 is coming.</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="127"></okteventcomponent>