<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>Legendary German fighter Daniel Weichel, after more than two decades in professional MMA, is preparing for his big return. Throughout his career, he has competed in the world’s biggest organizations, faced the very best, and become a role model for an entire generation of fighters. But now comes a moment that is personally very special for him – on September 20th, he will step into the cage at <strong>OKTAGON 76 in Frankfurt</strong>, right in front of his home crowd.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/7ecc9178-f5f7-41f1-9955-a5a6420a8014/cs.1758029602775.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/a636c1f4-625a-4ce5-87ca-f65e8ce74f80/cs.1758029608283.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><p>We spoke with Daniel about his career, fear, and what it means to him to return in Frankfurt.</p><p><strong>Daniel, you’ve been active in MMA for more than 20 years – which moments do you consider the most defining in your career?</strong></p><p>Over the years, countless moments have shaped me – both the highs and the lows. But above all, it’s the people and friendships I’ve gained through this sport that have truly defined my life.</p><p><strong>You’ve competed in the biggest organizations against some of the best fighters in the world. Is there a moment that stands out the most for you?</strong></p><p>An absolute highlight for me was winning the M-1 belt in front of 21,000 fans in Moscow. But my time with Bellator in the U.S. is also unforgettable, especially winning the featherweight tournament.</p><p><strong>Which fight was the toughest for you personally – whether inside or outside the cage?</strong></p><p>One of my biggest challenges was definitely facing Patricio “Pitbull” Freire – one of the greatest featherweights of all time.</p><p><strong>Did you experience a real “Face your fear” moment in your career where you had to confront a big fear?</strong></p><p>Every single fight is a “Face your fear” moment for me. Time and again, you have to face your own fears and grow beyond yourself.</p><p><strong>Many young fighters see you as a role model. What key rules or principles for success do you share with them?</strong></p><p>If you’ve discovered your passion for this sport, live it to the fullest. And whenever you get the chance, always give something back.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMvHkpuMeiN/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>How important was it for your comeback that you could fight in Frankfurt?</strong></p><p>Being able to celebrate my comeback in Frankfurt is a true gift for me. I’m enjoying every step of this journey.</p><p><strong>How do you assess your opponent in Frankfurt? What is his biggest strength?</strong></p><p>Abou Tounkara is an experienced and versatile fighter. But as throughout my entire career, my focus is not on my opponent but on my own strengths – and those are what I’ll bring into the cage on September 20th.</p><p><strong>How do you view the development of MMA in Germany – especially with organizations like OKTAGON?</strong></p><p>OKTAGON has taken MMA in Germany to the next level. It makes me happy to see how many people are now excited about this sport.</p><p><strong>If you could meet the young Daniel Weichel at the beginning of his career – what advice would you give him?</strong></p><p>Enjoy the journey to the fullest – and listen to your body.</p><p><strong>Daniel Weichel is an icon of German MMA, and on September 20th, fans will see him fight at home at OKTAGON 76 in Frankfurt. It will be a night that writes the next chapter of his incredible career. Don’t miss it! Get your PPV for OKTAGON 76 and witness the return of a living legend!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="112"></okteventcomponent>

Legendary German fighter Daniel Weichel, after more than two decades in professional MMA, is preparing for his big return. Throughout his career, he has competed in the world’s biggest organizations, faced the very best, and become a role model for an entire generation of fighters.

DANIEL WEICHEL RETURNS HOME: COMEBACK IN FRANKFURT IS A GIFT FOR ME

<p>The OKTAGON premiere in Hannover delivered a full MMA spectacle – thrilling duels, upsets, and spectacular finishes. In the main event, Gjoni Palokaj defeated young “Batfal” on points. David Dvořák scored a KO in the first round, and Todev confirmed his spot as heavyweight #1. Here are all the results from OKTAGON 75.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/8b770fdd-b7a4-454e-bff1-a3cb280f45c1/cs.1757799881416.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/3bf7d2fd-25f8-4cec-b364-789422b913b7/cs.1757799887903.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>GJONI PALOKAJ vs. JAKUB BATFALSKÝ</h2><p>A beautiful war between two warriors. The main event gave fans an all-round MMA fight – hard striking exchanges, submission attempts, and relentless forward pressure. Gjoni Palokaj proved once again that his endless cardio, elite wrestling, and sharp boxing are a tough puzzle for any opponent. Batfalský showed a fighter’s heart, attacking until the very last second, but it wasn’t enough. Palokaj swept all three rounds and moved closer to a featherweight title shot.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1222"></oktfightcomponent><h2>LAZAR TODEV vs. LUIS BARBOSA</h2><p>The expected heavyweight war delivered a tense battle. Todev worked hard to keep the fight standing, which he managed well. He maintained distance, avoided brawls, and picked his shots. Barbosa was cautious too, defending well against Todev’s attacks. But the “Bulgarian Tank” was sharper on the feet and earned a deserved decision win. He remains heavyweight #1 and will now be watching closely the Fleury vs. Buday title picture.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1244"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MOHAMMED WALID vs. DAVID DVOŘÁK</h2><p>A comeback to remember! David Dvořák left no doubt about who’s the biggest beast at flyweight with a stunning first-round KO. Walid had a decent start, but one clean shot crushed his title hopes, at least for now. The Czech “Undertaker” couldn’t have had a better German return – a highlight KO that cements his case for a title shot. Fans can now look forward to a clash with feared Zhalgas Zhumagulov.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1251"></oktfightcomponent><h2>EDGAR JIMENEZ vs. KHALID TAHA</h2><p>Taha lifted the entire Zag Arena to its feet. After losing the first round to Jimenez’s better control, Taha showed why he’s dangerous. A perfectly timed right hook crashed into Jimenez’s chin, sending him to the canvas. A couple of follow-up shots sealed Taha’s second OKTAGON win. This victory will push him up the rankings and brings back the prospect of a showdown with Holzer – will we see Germany’s fan favorites collide?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1182"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MATEUSZ STRZELCZYK vs. EMILIO QUISSUA</h2><p>Still unbeaten! Emilio Quissua shined in his OKTAGON debut. He survived Strzelczyk’s heel hook attempt early, then unleashed punishing ground-and-pound until the referee stopped it before the end of round one. Quissua extended his record to 8–0 and made it clear the light heavyweight division has a new predator.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1256"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MAGO MACHAEV vs. WANDERLEY JUNIOR</h2><p>Mago Machaev once again proved why he’s among Europe’s featherweight elite. Few expected such a dominant win over Wanderley Junior. The Brazilian held on in round one, but Machaev kept raising the tempo. By round two, the 25-year-old Austrian had full control. Junior’s body gave in under heavy ground strikes, forcing the stoppage. Machaev claimed a TKO victory and loudly declared his case for a title shot.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1236"></oktfightcomponent><h2>HUGO VACH vs. MORITZ MERTEN</h2><p>A tense clash of young German talents ended by doctor stoppage. Merten started strong, but Vach gradually took over. At the end of round two, Vach landed a heavy shot that injured Merten’s eye. Although he finished the round, the doctor halted the fight during the break. Vach secured his first OKTAGON victory in front of the home crowd.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1272"></oktfightcomponent><h2>EMIR-CAN AL vs. LUKÁŠ ELIÁŠ</h2><p>Tensions ran high between the two even at weigh-ins and the press conference. Both entered hungry for victory, delivering chaos from the start. Al nearly finished it early, but Eliáš showed incredible toughness and even rocked Al late in round one. In round two, exhaustion set in, but Eliáš timed a takedown, took Al’s back, and ended it with a rear-naked choke. Who’s next for the surging Slovak?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1224"></oktfightcomponent><h2>NIKOLAOS SERBEZIS vs. HENRIQUE MADUREIRA</h2><p>A first-round KO and another setback for Serbezis. Henrique timed a perfect overhand that sent his opponent to sleep. A great win for the Fighting Nerds representative. Thanks to the quick finish, we may see Madureira back in action soon.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1264"></oktfightcomponent><h2>FINN GRIESSMANN vs. JIXIE MOLAPO</h2><p>A fascinating clash of two young pros. Both played it safe early, waiting for openings. The fight was decided in the third round, where Molapo used his reach and crisp jab to edge out the hometown fighter. He earned his second professional victory. Who would you like to see him face next?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1271"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><strong>Next week, OKTAGON 76 brings us back to Frankfurt’s Festhalle, the German home of OKTAGON. Frederic Vosgröne, Daniel Weichel, and Alina Dalaslan headline another stacked card on September 20th at 18:00. Grab your PPV now at a discounted price and watch German MMA shake the scene once again!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="112"></okteventcomponent>

The OKTAGON premiere in Hannover delivered a full MMA spectacle – thrilling duels, upsets, and spectacular finishes. In the main event, Gjoni Palokaj defeated young “Batfal” on points. 

OKTAGON 75 RESULTS: DVOŘÁK DELIVERS KO, PALOKAJ RULES THE MAIN EVENT

<p>The premiere of OKTAGON in Hannover takes place tomorrow, September 13th at 18:00. Despite several last-minute changes, fans can look forward to a stacked fight card featuring both German and Czech stars. The official weigh-ins went smoothly, with no slip-ups, meaning nothing stands in the way of an explosive night in Hannover’s Zag Arena.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/c951e9b3-cfb2-49ea-b139-e079d0f95f41/cs.1757760576374.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/57bd5984-39d0-49ba-ad94-0d5d0ef3f928/cs.1757760581314.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>GJONI PALOKAJ vs. JAKUB BATFALSKÝ</h2><p>The surging Batfalský against nearly three years unbeaten Palokaj – the main event promises fireworks. Local hero Palokaj rides a six-fight winning streak, has two titles from German promotions, and has never been stopped by KO/TKO. He is also the only man to defeat Islam Dulatov. Across from him stands Czech super talent Jakub Batfalský. At just 22 years old, he becomes the second-youngest fighter in OKTAGON history to headline a card. With five straight wins and even a runner-up finish in the 2025 Czech “Man of the Year” contest, Batfalský shines both inside and outside the cage. But in Hannover, it’s about more than image – it’s about proving he belongs among the featherweight elite and moving closer to a title shot.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1222"></oktfightcomponent><h2>LAZAR TODEV vs. LUIS BARBOSA</h2><p>A heavyweight clash that almost certainly won’t go the distance. Bulgarian “Punisher” Lazar Todev is known for relentless pressure – eight of his eleven wins came by KO. Earlier this year, he already tasted a grueling five-round title fight, and his hunger for the belt burns on. Standing in his way is Luis Barbosa, UFC and KSW veteran who has faced legends like Francis Ngannou and Phil de Fries. The Brazilian submission specialist has forced nine opponents to tap and comes into Hannover riding a four-fight win streak. Todev wants to destroy him on the feet, while Barbosa plans to drag him to the ground. Which style will prevail?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1244"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MOHAMMED WALID vs. DAVID DVOŘÁK</h2><p>The return of David “Undertaker” Dvořák! After a UFC run, the Czech flyweight comes back to OKTAGON with a clear mission – win the title. With a 21–6 record and sixteen finishes, he is one of Europe’s most well-rounded flyweights. His opponent is Mohammed “No Mercy” Walid, who defeated Aaron Aby in his Dortmund debut and proved he’s a serious contender. Walid has finished seven of his eight wins and believes beating Dvořák will launch him into a title shot. Will we witness the biggest victory of Walid’s career, or a triumphant comeback for the Czech strategist?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1251"></oktfightcomponent><h2>EDGAR JIMENEZ vs. KHALID TAHA</h2><p>Latin American champion versus seasoned UFC and Rizin veteran. Edgar Jimenez owns a Mexican promotion’s title and boasts 15 wins with ten finishes, thriving especially on the ground. Khalid Taha, however, is notorious for his knockout power – 13 of his 15 wins came inside the distance, many in the very first round, including one in just 25 seconds. A clash of two finishers promises fireworks. The question is: who will take the next step toward the belt?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1182"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MATEUSZ STRZELCZYK vs. EMILIO QUISSUA</h2><p>The Polish “Spider” against Germany’s undefeated champion. Mateusz Strzelczyk is known for taking fights on short notice and still shocking favorites – he has stopped Čepo, Montagnac, and Duczmal. A grappler who can also surprise in striking, he faces Emilio “Rixa” Quissua, making his OKTAGON debut at 6–0 with a UAE Warriors title and training at Planet Eater alongside Krzysztof Jotko. The dangerous striker wants to prove he’s the future of the light heavyweight division. Can he handle the pressure of his debut against the experienced Strzelczyk?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1256"></oktfightcomponent><h2>MAGO MACHAEV vs. WANDERLEY JUNIOR</h2><p>The Austrian beast against the Brazilian machine. Mago Machaev, currently featherweight #2, has already showcased his quality in the Tipsport Gamechanger and on Frankfurt’s sold-out football stadium stage. His 15–2 record speaks volumes – he’s a predator of the European scene. But Wanderley “Mexicano” Junior is a showman who can shock anyone. Last time, he needed just 19 seconds to knock out Dohnal. In Hannover, it’s about whether Machaev stays on track for the title or Junior steals the spotlight.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1236"></oktfightcomponent><h2>HUGO VACH vs. MORITZ MERTEN</h2><p>“The German Tarzan” against a ruthless striker. At just 25 years old, Hannover’s Hugo Vach is 5–1 with three finishes and will want to shine in front of his hometown crowd. His opponent, Moritz Merten, is known for his aggressive style and hunt for finishes. A local showdown guaranteed to erupt with crowd energy.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1272"></oktfightcomponent><h2>EMIR CAN-AL vs. LUKÁŠ ELIÁŠ</h2><p>A clash of two young, hungry fighters. Emir Can-Al is a German talent unafraid to take risks and push forward. Slovakia’s Lukáš Eliáš, on the other hand, relies on systematic pressure and outstanding conditioning. A fight that could be decided by a single mistake.</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1224"></oktfightcomponent><h2>NIKOLAOS SERBEZIS vs. HENRIQUE MADUREIRA</h2><p>Two finish-hungry fighters collide. Nikolaos Serbezis has a reputation as a heavy hitter who overwhelms opponents with explosive strikes. Henrique “Mad Max” Madureira from Italy has ended six of his seven wins inside the distance and has already tested himself against names like Ryšavý. How will this German-Italian battle play out?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1264"></oktfightcomponent><h2>FINN GRIESSMANN vs. JIXIE MOLAPO</h2><p>Local hope against Czech talent. Finn Griessmann will look to capitalize on the home crowd’s support. Meanwhile, Jixie Molapo from Prague’s Hanuman Gym, with an amateur record of 7–2, gets a second chance at the professional level after a tough debut. Will this be his redemption story, or will Griessmann rise as the next German hometown hero?</p><oktfightcomponent fightid="1271"></oktfightcomponent><p></p><p><strong>The Hannover premiere promises an extremely exciting spectacle. OKTAGON 75 will deliver a mix of German heroes, Czech talents, and world-class veterans. Whether you’re excited about David Dvořák’s comeback, high-profile debuts, or the Batfalský vs. Palokaj showdow​​n, grab your PPV and don’t miss this night of MMA action!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>

The premiere of OKTAGON in Hannover takes place tomorrow, September 13th at 18:00. Despite several last-minute changes, fans can look forward to a stacked fight card featuring both German and Czech stars. 

WHAT TO EXPECT IN HANNOVER? FULL OVERVIEW OF OKTAGON 75 FIGHTS

<p>OKTAGON 75 heads to Hannover, Germany, for the very first time, and fans have plenty to look forward to! This Saturday, September 13, the sold-out Zag Arena will host its premiere, bringing clashes of undefeated talents, the return of David Dvořák, and debuts of seasoned UFC veterans. The fight card is absolutely stacked and promises fans a night full of emotions and unforgettable moments.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/9f58831b-34ec-48df-80b9-728f9aea940c/cs.1757619241850.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/d7860c46-5551-468f-8234-3d485a83de2b/cs.1757619247009.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>SURGING BATFALSKÝ CHALLENGES THREE-YEAR UNDEFEATED PALOKAJ</h2><p>The main event promises a real storm. Local hero <strong>Gjoni Palokaj</strong> hasn’t lost in 1,065 days and is riding a six-fight winning streak, four of those victories under OKTAGON. He also holds two German promotion titles. He is the only fighter to have defeated Islam Dulatov and has never been finished by KO/TKO. Facing him will be Czech super talent <strong>Jakub Batfalský</strong>, who is on a five-fight winning streak and proving he belongs among Europe’s new elite. At just 23 years old, he will become the second youngest fighter in OKTAGON history to ever headline a card. Jakub is also successful outside the cage – he finished second in the Man of the Year 2025 competition, winning the hearts of MMA fans and beyond. But now he must prove he belongs among the featherweight elite.</p><h2>NEW FACES IN OKTAGON: CHAMPIONS, SEASONED VETERANS, AND YOUNG PROSPECTS</h2><p>The Hannover premiere will also bring five new names into the cage – and none of them are MMA rookies!</p><p>Brazilian veteran <strong>Luis Barbosa</strong> enters the heavyweight division. He has faced legends like Francis Ngannou and Phil De Fries, even fighting the latter for the KSW title. Barbosa owns 16 wins, including 9 submissions, and is currently riding a four-fight win streak. That means a massive test for OKTAGON heavyweight #1 Lazar Todev.</p><p>Another debutant is undefeated German promotion champion <strong>Emilio Quissua</strong> (6–0). A hard striker nicknamed “Rixa,” he wants to prove he belongs among the new light heavyweight stars. His opponent: dangerous Polish “Spider” Mateusz Strzelczyk.</p><p>From the local scene, fans will see 25-year-old <strong>“German Tarzan” Hugo Vach</strong>, who will face another debutant, Afghan-rooted Abdullah Sultan. Vach already has 5 professional wins, 3 of them finishes, and will look to shine at home in Hannover.</p><p>The last debutant is <strong>Jixie Molapo</strong> from Prague’s Hanuman Gym. The young prospect with a 7–2 amateur record is getting a second chance among professionals and will be hungry to prove he belongs in OKTAGON.</p><h2>CAREER-DEFINING CHALLENGES: WHO WILL FACE THE TOUGHEST OPPONENTS OF THEIR CAREERS?</h2><p>Not only Batfalský, but others will face the biggest tests of their careers.German fighter of Kurdish descent <strong>Mohammed Walid </strong>takes on returning UFC veteran David Dvořák. Walid impressed in his OKTAGON debut when he defeated Aaron Aby, and now he senses a chance to become a flyweight title challenger. But in front of him stands the experienced Dvořák, who wants to prove that after his UFC run, he still has what it takes to rule the division.</p><p>Similarly, <strong>Emilio Quissua</strong> will face a big test – not only the pressure of fighting in front of a home crowd, but also the tricky grappling of Mateusz Strzelczyk. OKTAGON 75 will deliver fights that will reveal who is ready to take their career to the next level.</p><h2>CLASH OF VETERANS: THESE FIGHTERS ARE FAR FROM DONE</h2><p>The Hannover card also offers a big dose of experience.</p><p><strong>Luis Barbosa, Khalid Taha</strong>, and <strong>David Dvořák</strong> have all fought in the UFC, each with long careers and the hunger to prove they still belong at the top. Barbosa boasts duels with some of the biggest names in heavyweight MMA, Taha once ranked #79 in the world bantamweight rankings and also fought in Rizin, while Dvořák went nearly 10 years unbeaten with a 16-fight win streak before heading overseas. Now he returns to OKTAGON with one clear goal – to capture the title.</p><p><strong>Edgar Jimenez</strong>, 36, fought four title fights in his last five bouts, becoming a champion in a Mexican promotion and becoming the first fighter from Costa Rica to appear in OKTAGON. Brazilian Wanderley Junior, a multi-organization champion, meanwhile delivered one of the fastest knockouts in history – ending his opponent in just 19 seconds.</p><p>Together, these fighters promise fans in Hannover will not be bored for a second.</p><p><strong>That’s why fans should not miss the chance to watch this entire gala live. Take advantage of the special PPV bundle for OKTAGON 75 and 76 and enjoy two action-packed weekends in a row – with the return of David Dvořák, the Batfalský vs. Palokaj clash, and the Frankfurt show headlined by home star Vosgröne. Secure your access now – and be there when European MMA history is written!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 75 heads to Hannover, Germany, for the very first time, and fans have plenty to look forward to! This Saturday, September 13, the sold-out Zag Arena will host its premiere, bringing clashes of undefeated talents, the return of David Dvořák.

OKTAGON 75 IN NUMBERS: DISCOVER THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HANNOVER CARD AND DON’T MISS A THING

<p>This Saturday at <strong>OKTAGON 75 in Hannover</strong>, a bout will take place that could reshape the flyweight division. <strong>Mohammed Walid</strong> (#3 in the rankings, record 8–4) faces returning UFC veteran <strong>David “Undertaker” Dvořák</strong> (21–6). Both are in their prime years, but they approach the sport in completely different ways: one is a relentless contender determined to conquer the division, the other a composed strategist aiming to reclaim his path to gold.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/3390263b-6605-4dd6-b6e9-045ceb3d61b4/cs.1757518551939.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/10c13906-0499-4c4c-8126-f75645ec07b9/cs.1757518555173.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>MOHAMMED WALID: “NOBODY WILL STOP ME”</h2><p>Walid brims with confidence: “I’m better than David in every area. I’m sharper and I have more weapons I can use inside the cage. This is the most important fight of my career – this victory will bring me the belt, and I’m willing to give everything for it.”</p><p>The 30-year-old entered Hannover in great form: in his last fight, he scored an impressive win over Aaron Aby, clearly underlining his title ambitions. “My message to the whole division: I’m here to take over and claim what belongs to me. Nobody will stop me. Together with my fans, we will achieve victory and show Kurdish and German power.”</p><h2>DAVID DVOŘÁK: “I WANT TO BE THE HERO WHO TAMES THE PACK”</h2><p>For Dvořák, this fight marks his return to OKTAGON after more than six years – following an intense spell in the UFC where he faced world-class opposition.</p><p>“It was a beautiful chapter of my career, but now it’s time to move forward. Walid is dangerous, but for me it’s just another step on my journey. I’ll be prepared for everything.”</p><p>The 33-year-old fighter brings the experience of 27 professional bouts, including 21 victories. But his motivation goes far beyond sporting success:</p><p>“Among all the bad boys, wolves, and warriors, I want to be the hero who tames the pack. For me, the belt isn’t just about sporting achievement – it’s also about the chance to represent values and inspire young people, entrepreneurs, and society as a whole.”</p><h2>SHOWDOWN IN HANNOVER</h2><p> On September 13th, two very different personalities will collide in the cage:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Walid</strong>, who confirmed his title credentials with a recent victory over Aaron Aby and now wants to prove his unstoppable determination.</p></li><li><p><strong>Dvořák</strong>, who seeks to crown his comeback with experience, composure, and tactical maturity.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Whether it ends with a spectacular finish or a full 15-minute battle – this fight will shape the future of the flyweight division. OKTAGON 75 in Hannover will be the place where determination meets strategy. Don’t miss your chance to watch the entire event. Right now, you can still grab a special PPV bundle for OKTAGON 75 and 76 and make sure you don’t miss a moment!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>

This Saturday at OKTAGON 75 in Hannover, a bout will take place that could reshape the flyweight division. Mohammed Walid faces returning UFC veteran David “Undertaker” Dvořák.

WALID vs. DVOŘÁK: CLASH OF STYLES IN THE FLYWEIGHT DIVISION

<p>The featherweight division is without a ruler after Losene Keita’s departure – and in Hannover, the throne hunt begins. At OKTAGON 75, several hungry wolves will step forward, each sensing their chance to get closer to the title. Will it be experience, ruthless power, or youthful hunger that decides?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/08f07e74-ed25-47b5-a50f-4d3e4de6a080/cs.1757344919692.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/852a12a1-96cc-4743-b249-d4d23c609ff3/cs.1757344925583.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>BATFALSKÝ VS. PALOKAJ: A HEATED MAIN EVENT</h2><p>A matchup everyone’s been talking about for weeks. Czech super-prospect <strong>Jakub</strong> <strong>Batfalský</strong> (23), riding a five-fight win streak and closing in on the Top 10, faces Germany’s Albanian-rooted warrior <strong>Gjoni Palokaj</strong> (#8), who’s on a six-fight streak – with four of those wins inside the OKTAGON cage. Sparks are already flying between them, with trash talk heating up across social media. The winner could be just one step away from a title shot. Batfalský holds the edge in reach and dynamism, while Palokaj brings a sharp jab and endless cardio. Who will keep their streak alive?</p><h2>THE BEAST FROM AUSTRIA VS. THE BRAZILIAN MACHINE</h2><p>Among the biggest contenders is <strong>Mochamed “The Beast” Machaev</strong>, currently ranked #2. With a record of 15–2 and experience across major European promotions, the Austrian predator has proven he belongs among the elite. But in Hannover, he meets the dangerous <strong>Wanderley “Mexicano” Junior</strong>, who shocked fans last time with a lightning KO in just 19 seconds against Dohnal. The Brazilian showman, decorated with multiple titles, steps in with one goal – to carve his path to OKTAGON gold.</p><h2>JIMENEZ VS. TAHA: SEASONED VETERANS SMELL THEIR CHANCE</h2><p>Another marquee fight will see <strong>Edgar Jimenez</strong> (#7) collide with UFC veteran <strong>Khalid Taha</strong> (#10). Both know that in a division without a champion, one big win could open the door wide to a title shot. Jimenez is a four-time champion in Mexican promotions, while Taha brings UFC experience and will enjoy the boost of a home crowd in Hannover. Another clash that could shuffle the deck at featherweight.</p><h2>IMPORTANT FIGHT OUTSIDE TOP 10</h2><p>As if that weren’t enough, the spotlight also falls on <strong>Nikolaos Serbezis</strong> and <strong>Amir Bayat</strong>. Neither is ranked in the featherweight Top 15 yet – but that could change quickly. Serbezis, already 1-1 in OKTAGON, has solid experience in German promotions. His opponent, Afghan newcomer Amir Bayat, is a finisher through and through: four first-round stoppages, three by submission. His résumé includes a win over Palokaj back in 2018 – though Palokaj got his revenge five years later.</p><h2>THE THRONE IS EMPTY. WHO WILL TAKE IT?</h2><p>In Hannover, four crucial featherweight battles will unfold, each with the power to decide who moves closer to the vacant throne. Keita is gone, but his legacy has sparked one of the most dangerous title hunts in OKTAGON history. Fans can expect fireworks – because when the title’s at stake, no fighter takes a step back.</p><p><strong>How will the featherweight title race play out? We may already know the first title challengers on September 13th in Hannover. The sold-out Zag Arena will roar for the hometown favorites – and every outsider will have to fight for survival. Don’t miss this action-packed night. Get your 2-for-1 PPV bundle for OKTAGON 75 &amp; 76 now and make sure you don’t miss a moment!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>

The featherweight division is without a ruler after Losene Keita’s departure – and in Hannover, the throne hunt begins. At OKTAGON 75, several hungry wolves will step forward, each sensing their chance to get closer to the title.

THE GAME OF THRONES IN FEATHERWEIGHT: WHO WILL CLAIM THE VACANT BELT?

<p>On September 20th, OKTAGON returns to Frankfurt’s Festhalle and alongside established stars, brings fresh blood into the black-and-yellow cage. And these aren’t just average fighters – Frankfurt will witness seasoned warriors, undefeated prospects, and heavy hitters all hungry to shine on Europe’s biggest stage. Let’s take a closer look at all the debutants of OKTAGON 76.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/790e4ce8-e746-438b-bdcb-aea54ac71644/cs.1757088318067.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/3e0dc6b9-14cc-41f8-b4da-e83fd653277f/cs.1757088324563.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>DANIEL WEICHEL: A GERMAN MMA LEGEND RETURNS HOME</h2><p>A legend comes back. After two years away, <strong>Daniel “Drake” Weichel</strong> – former M-1 champion, Bellator star, and German MMA icon – is putting the gloves back on. And it will be a spectacular comeback. For the very first time in his career, he’ll step inside the OKTAGON cage – and he’ll do it at home in Frankfurt! Fans can look forward to the return of a fighter with more than <strong>50 professional bouts, 22 submission wins, and 6 knockouts.</strong> One of Europe’s most respected fighters is back and hungry.</p><p>From the small town of Michelstadt, his path took him through Russia and America all the way to the elite. He spent ten years in Bellator, fighting 18 times against the world’s best. Now, for the first time, he’ll perform in front of a home crowd, determined to prove he’s not done yet. Weichel will face the extremely dangerous striker Tounkara – and Frankfurt will be on its feet.</p><h2>PAVEL BIERNAT: THE POLISH GIANT ENTERS OKTAGON</h2><p>Also arriving in Festhalle is Polish heavyweight <strong>Pavel Biernat</strong>. With 5 wins on his record – <strong>4 of them finishes in the first round</strong> – Biernat doesn’t waste time. He throws bombs from the opening bell, so fans can expect fireworks. Standing across from him will be current #3 heavyweight, the towering 2-meter-tall <strong>Patrick Vespaziani,</strong> who himself never leaves a fight to the judges.</p><h2>RAUL LEMBERANSKIJ: YOUNG BLOOD STRAIGHT OUT OF FRANKFURT</h2><p>Frankfurt will have another hometown representative. <strong>23-year-old Raul Lemberanskij</strong>, originally from Azerbaijan, holds a perfect 7–0 record. His style combines<strong> judo, sambo, and sharp boxing</strong> – as he showed in his last fight, finishing his opponent by TKO in the first round. At MMA Spirit gym, he’s known as a relentless worker who doesn’t just want to survive – he wants to dominate. Fighting in front of a home crowd at Festhalle is the perfect chance to prove he’s the future of the German scene.</p><h2>GEORG BILOGREVIC: CROATIAN SPECIALIST IN QUICK FINISHES</h2><p>From Croatia comes a tough brawler, <strong>Georg Bilogrević</strong> – a man who never shies away from a challenge. With a record of 7–3, he has <strong>finished five fights inside the distance</strong>, four of them in the very first round. In his last outing, it took him just <strong>27 seconds</strong> to score a highlight-reel head kick knockout. Bilogrević is the type of fighter who never hesitates, thrives in wild exchanges, and relies on Balkan toughness. He enters OKTAGON as a hungry warrior eager to make a statement in his debut.</p><h2>NESARAHMAD NADRI: THE LION WHO HAS NEVER BEEN STOPPED</h2><p>Still undefeated. That’s the status of German fighter <strong>Nesarahmad Nadri</strong>, nicknamed “Löwe” – “The Lion.” And the name fits. <strong>Four fights, four submission wins</strong>. On the ground, he’s relentless, smothering opponents until they break. Born in Kabul but building his career in Germany, Nadri wants to prove that even among Europe’s elite, his perfect record will remain untouched.</p><p><strong>OKTAGON 76 in Frankfurt will deliver a storm of debuts. Hometown heroes, a Balkan warrior, and a Polish giant – each has something to prove, and each wants to leave a mark. Get your discounted PPV bundle for OKTAGON 75 and 76 now and watch how these new faces perform under the bright lights in Frankfurt!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="112"></okteventcomponent>

On September 20th, OKTAGON returns to Frankfurt’s Festhalle and alongside established stars, brings fresh blood into the black-and-yellow cage.

NEW FACES IN THE CAGE: WHO WILL MAKE THEIR DEBUT AT OKTAGON 76 IN FRANKFURT?

<p>Frankfurt is about to welcome its hero. Patrick “Il Gladiatore” Vespaziani, ranked #3 in OKTAGON’s heavyweight division, will step back into the cage on September 20th in front of his home crowd. And if there’s one thing he’s known for, it’s not letting his opponents hang around for long. Four professional fights – four wins, all finished inside the distance. Last time out, he did it in unbelievable fashion, demolishing Zeljkovic in just 41 seconds. Can he do the same against the tough Pole, Biernat?</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/9b465de1-1c05-4ceb-8309-f80a3d290340/cs.1756912243115.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/bf24c201-2f2a-4bf9-8b91-903a496ae1ea/cs.1756912247176.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>FROM CHILDREN’S HOME TO PARATROOPER ELITE</h2><p>Patrick’s story isn’t just about battles inside the cage. Between the ages of 15 and 19, he grew up in a <strong>children’s home</strong>, where he learned to stand up for himself. Later, he spent <strong>eight long years in the army</strong> as a paratrooper. From that period, he took away not only discipline and resilience, but also some harsh experiences – like when his parachute failed during his very first jump. He survived every challenge, and that strength still fuels him today. His military years are also symbolized by the striking tattoos across his back.</p><h2>A LATE START, A RAPID RISE</h2><p>Patrick came to MMA relatively late – making his pro debut <strong>at the age of 30</strong>. But what others take years to achieve, Patrick managed in just two, thanks to relentless work at MMA Spirit gym. He also had a background in striking – with 14 <strong>Muay Thai</strong> bouts under his belt, <strong>winning 11</strong>. The transition to MMA was a challenge, but his results show it was the right move. And at nearly two meters tall, with a chiseled physique, he looks like a true giant even by heavyweight standards.</p><h2>FRANKFURT SHOWDOWN AND THE ROAD TO GOLD</h2><p><strong>“Il Gladiatore”</strong> currently holds the <strong>#3 spot in OKTAGON’s heavyweight rankings</strong>. One more win could catapult him into title contention. With champion Will Fleury preparing for a clash against returning Martin Buday, Patrick has only one thing in mind – <strong>to</strong> <strong>dismantle Biernat</strong> in ruthless fashion and prove to everyone that there’s a new contender in the heavyweight division who won’t be denied.</p><p><strong>On September 20th, Frankfurt’s Festhalle will shake to its core. Fans will witness not only the return of hometown legend Daniel Weichel and the star Frederic Vosgröne, but also Patrick Vespaziani, who will be determined to show in front of his people that he belongs at the very top of the heavyweight division. Grab your discounted PPV bundle for OKTAGON 75 and 76 now and don’t miss two action-packed nights full of emotions!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="112"></okteventcomponent>

Frankfurt is about to welcome its hero. Patrick “Il Gladiatore” Vespaziani, ranked #3 in OKTAGON’s heavyweight division, will step back into the cage on September 20th in front of his home crowd. 

PATRICK VESPAZIANI: THE GERMAN PARATROOPER WHO BECAME A HEAVYWEIGHT NIGHTMARE

<p>OKTAGON 75 will deliver a fight card stacked from start to finish. Making his debut will be undefeated German promotion champion Emilio Quissua, alongside former Polish national judo team member Dawid Jarowienko. Fans can also look forward to a clash between Germany’s “Tarzan” Hugo Vach and another Irish prospect, Jack Maguire.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/22fb8b7c-0811-4521-92be-ce113420ad8a/cs.1756730327998.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/f83c1f23-5245-4792-be57-a9ea7af973d8/cs.1756730333040.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><h2>UNDEFEATED CHAMPION VS. THE POLISH SPIDER</h2><p><strong>Emilio “Rixa” Quissua</strong> arrives in OKTAGON with one goal – to conquer the light heavyweight division. In his six professional fights, <strong>he has yet to be beaten</strong>. Three of those wins came by TKO, and his striking has earned him both fans’ admiration and opponents’ respect. He became UAE Warriors champion in just his fourth pro fight, defeating Kevin Oumar in the first round via ground and pound. Quissua trains alongside names such as Krzysztof Jotko, Alina Dalaslan, and Arijan Topallaj at the renowned <strong>Planet Eater gym</strong>, and has also spent time at the famous American Top Team.</p><p>His opponent will be<strong> short-notice specialist Mateusz Strzelczyk</strong>, known as the “Polish Spider.” While his strength lies in grappling, fans have seen him stand and trade in fierce striking exchanges as well. Whatever strategy he brings, Emilio faces a tough test for his OKTAGON debut.</p><h2>IRISH TALENT CHALLENGES THE GERMAN TARZAN</h2><p>In the free prelims, local fighter and new OKTAGON signing <strong>Hugo “The German Tarzan” Vach</strong> will make his debut. The <strong>25-year-old</strong> Hannover prospect enters with a 5–1 record, finishing three fights before the limit. He’s a dynamic, all-around fighter who always gives 100%. Standing across from him will be Irishman <strong>Jack Maguire</strong>, another of the promotion’s brightest young hopes. Maguire made his OKTAGON debut by submitting fan-favorite Radek Roušal in the second round, leaving a big impression on Czech fans. Now he faces Vach on German soil. Can Jack handle the pressure of the home crowd and claim another big scalp, or will the German “Tarzan” celebrate a winning debut?</p><h2>WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE: STRIKING ACE VS. ELITE JUDOKA</h2><p>This is a matchup we’ve never seen before. On one side, a decorated striker who made it all the way to <strong>GLORY</strong>, and on the other, a judoka who spent nine years on the Polish national team.</p><p><strong>Arian “GAME OVER” Sadiković </strong>is considered one of the country’s best strikers. With a kickboxing record of 38–5, he’s had just one MMA bout so far – but he ended it in just over a minute of the first round. Training out of <strong>Fightschool Hannover</strong>, he’s now looking to carve his path in MMA, and OKTAGON is the perfect stage.</p><p>Facing him is the <strong>“Polish Tank” Dawid Jarowienko</strong>. A nine-year member of Poland’s national judo team, Jarowienko switched to MMA in 2019. After building his skills as an amateur, he turned pro and has <strong>earned two stoppage wins in the last year</strong> – both in the second round. With <strong>fighting in his blood</strong>, he always comes to put on a show. Can he impose his grappling on an elite striker?</p><p><strong>The Zag Arena will witness an unforgettable night on September 13th, as Hannover hosts its first ever OKTAGON event. OKTAGON 75 promises world-class fights: the return of David Dvořák, German legend Khalid Taha, Batfalský vs. Palokaj, and many more exciting matchups. Right now you can grab a special two-event PPV bundle at a discounted price. Don’t miss your chance – be part of it!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>

OKTAGON 75 will deliver a fight card stacked from start to finish. Making his debut will be undefeated German promotion champion Emilio Quissua, alongside former Polish national judo team member Dawid Jarowienko.

STACKED PRELIMS IN HANNOVER: UNDEFEATED GERMAN CHAMPION, IRISH PROSPECT & POLISH JUDO SPECIALIST

<p>After more than four years, Czech fighter David “Undertaker” Dvořák will once again step into the OKTAGON cage. Back in 2019, he made his debut under the yellow-and-black lights before moving to the UFC, where he tested himself against the very best in the world. Now he’s back – and his comeback couldn’t be bigger. On September 13th at OKTAGON 75 in Hannover, he faces dangerous flyweight contender Mohammed Walid, currently ranked #3 in the division.</p><oktresponsiveimagecomponent url="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/2fcf80bc-7452-4e8c-9a1e-43c7107a16cb/cs.1756459790671.png" mobileurl="https://assets.oktagonmma.com/COMMON_IMAGE/526e131d-2811-4b10-bf32-e5eb558edf0e/cs.1756459795490.png" croppedcorners="true"></oktresponsiveimagecomponent><p></p><p>We sat down with David to talk about his return to OKTAGON, his journey as an athlete, and what fans can expect from his comeback fight.</p><p><strong>David, after more than four years, you’re returning to OKTAGON. How do you feel about stepping back into the yellow-and-black cage?</strong></p><p>My feelings are very positive. I’m really looking forward to coming back home. In the last six years I’ve traveled half the world, whether for fights or even for vacations. To be honest, I was starting to get a little tired of all that traveling, so I’m happy I’ll be back home and able to perform in front of Czech fans again.</p><p><strong>Your comeback announcement sparked a lot of media attention. How have you felt the reactions so far?</strong></p><p>I’ve been getting a lot of positive feedback. Many fans have shown me support and were excited that I’m coming back to Czechia and OKTAGON. I’m really grateful, because I know Czech fans will push me hard at the shows here. Some are even traveling with me to Germany now, and I believe they’ll support me there as well.</p><p><strong>Your only fight in OKTAGON so far was back in 2019 – also at Štvanice, the same place your comeback was announced. Do you remember the atmosphere and what that fight meant to you?</strong></p><p>That was a big fight for me. At the time I was dealing with issues at my previous promotion and I was excited to join a big organization. Even then, OKTAGON was already huge – not as big as today, but the atmosphere at Štvanice was amazing. It’s my favorite stadium of all, whether as a fighter or spectator. Being announced there again felt very symbolic for me. I really believe I’ll step into the cage there again next year.</p><p><strong>You gained valuable experience in the UFC, facing some tough opponents. What did you take away the most from your time there?</strong></p><p>It was an enormous experience, and I’m thankful for every moment – good or bad. I had very tough fights and tough negotiations about contracts and matchups. Some of my opponents are now ranked in the UFC’s Top 5 or Top 7, and one even fought for the title. It was a beautiful chapter of my sporting life that I’ll always remember fondly, but now it’s time to move forward.</p><p><strong>On September 13th, you’ll face dangerous Mohammed Walid, currently ranked #3. What do you see as his biggest threats?</strong></p><p>I’m really looking forward to it. Walid is a well-rounded fighter – he can finish on the ground, and he’s dangerous on the feet. But I’m not overthinking it; it’s just the next step on my journey. I’ve faced plenty of great fighters, and I’ll prepare for him as if he were the best in the world. I’ll be ready for everything. My only goal is to beat him and keep moving toward the title.</p><oktinstagramcomponent url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNJM6gFs9oW/"></oktinstagramcomponent><p><strong>Your goal is clear – the OKTAGON flyweight title. How much does this motivate you during training?</strong></p><p>Of course, the title is the main sporting goal, but for me it means much more. It’s a tool that can bring media attention, which I want to use to show people something we don’t see often. I travel the country giving talks, running charity projects, coaching young people and even entrepreneurs. I want to show how an athlete should behave and what values he should represent. Among all the “bad boys,” “wolves,” and “warriors,” I want to be the hero who tames the pack.</p><p><strong>A win in Hannover would put you very close to a title shot against Zhalgas Zhumagulov. What would be your advantage in that matchup?</strong></p><p>Zhumagulov is a huge motivation for me. I actually once asked the UFC for that fight, but it never happened. We even fought the same opponent – Manel Kape. He has strong guillotines, but when his game plan doesn’t work, I think he mentally cracks. If you break his rhythm, he makes mistakes. That fight wouldn’t be about power, but about the mind. It would be like chess – and I believe I could get inside his head and break him down piece by piece.</p><p><strong>How is your preparation for Hannover going, especially while also taking care of a newborn?</strong></p><p>It’s tougher with a baby, of course. I’m the type who wants to help my wife with everything, not just disappear to a camp. But I love being a dad – it fulfills me – and I can balance it with training. Right now I’m moving around the country a lot: Prague, Brno, Hradec. It’s a bit of a nomadic life until things settle. And I also bring my dog everywhere, who needs a lot of attention too. But nothing is stopping me – I train two to three times a day and give it everything.</p><p><strong>You have 16 finishes from 21 wins. Should fans expect another finish in Hannover, or more of a tactical fight?</strong></p><p>It always depends on the first minute. Sometimes you think you’ll start slow and read the opponent, but then it explodes right away. I’m a tactician and can adapt, but I want to dictate this fight from the start. Whether it lasts 15 minutes or one, I don’t care. Of course I’d love to show fans a spectacular finish, but the main thing is to win and put on a great fight.</p><p><strong>How do you see OKTAGON’s growth since you left for the UFC? Did the organization surprise you?</strong></p><p>Honestly, I’m not surprised. Ondřej Novotný has always been very driven and knew exactly where he wanted to take it. Just like we athletes set our goals, he did the same – and it worked. OKTAGON is moving in the right direction, and I’m glad we have such a big promotion in our small country. The level keeps rising, and you can see that with the Tipsport Gamechanger bringing in top fighters.</p><p><strong>What does it mean for you to fight in Germany, in such a big event like OKTAGON 75, in front of thousands of fans seeing you live for the first time?</strong></p><p>It’ll be an interesting experience. Honestly, I’m used to not having the crowd on my side – I fought a Brazilian in Brazil, an American in the U.S. So it doesn’t bother me. I’ve never fought in Germany before, and I’m excited to show myself to German fans and maybe share my story through OKTAGON. It’s a huge market, and becoming a star there would be a big honor.</p><p><strong>Fans know you as a humble fighter involved in charity and education. Who was your role model growing up?</strong></p><p>That’s hard to say. Chess influenced me a lot – I played competitively from age 6 to 17, always around adults. From age 10 I was surrounded by people in their 30s, 40s, 50s, even 60s. Many were intellectuals and very smart, which inspired me. I started reading more, educating myself, and growing as a person. Through that environment I developed the desire to work on charity projects, teach kids and adults, and choose a path that became my life’s purpose. Everyone has goals – some want houses, cars, money. For me, it’s about helping others and contributing to society.</p><p><strong>Finally – what message do you have for OKTAGON fans who will see you in action again on September 13th in Hannover?</strong></p><p>I hope you enjoy my fight. I’d love your support, and maybe check out my Instagram where I share a lot of educational content about food, recovery, MMA techniques, and more. I believe this next fight will move me closer to the title, so let’s enjoy this journey together. Thank you so much!</p><p><strong>David Dvořák is a unique fighter, and we are thrilled to have him back in OKTAGON. On September 13th, he’ll step into the cage for his second fight with the promotion after six years. Don’t miss it – grab your discounted PPV bundle now and catch both OKTAGON 75 &amp; 76!</strong></p><okteventcomponent eventid="114"></okteventcomponent>