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KSW 57: Full Results, Bonus Video & KSW 58 Fight Announcements

KSW 57 went down last week (Sat. December 19), inside the Wytwornia Club, Lodz, Poland. Headlining the 8-fight card was a heavyweight title bout between the UK’s Phil De Fries and Poland’s Michal Kita. The card featured several entertaining matchups, and below is a clip of all the fighters whose performances warranted a special Christmas […]

KSW 57 went down last week (Sat. December 19), inside the Wytwornia Club, Lodz, Poland. Headlining the 8-fight card was a heavyweight title bout between the UK’s Phil De Fries and Poland’s Michal Kita.

The card featured several entertaining matchups, and below is a clip of all the fighters whose performances warranted a special Christmas bonus from the boss.

KSW 57 was the Polish promotions final event of the year, and it will return in the new year ( Sat. January 1) with KSW 58. The card will feature Olympic weightlifting gold medalist Szymon Kolecki taking on German veteran Martin Zawada in the main event. France’s Salahdine Parnasse will defend his featherweight strap in the co-main event with Brazil’s Daniel Torres.

Here are the full results for KSW 57

  • Heavyweight Title: Phil De Fries def. Michal Kita via TKO (punches), round 2, 1:00.
  • Vacant Lightweight Title: Marian Ziolkowski def. Roman Szymanski via KO (liver kick), round 4, 1:04.
  • Lightweight: Borys Mankowski def. Artur Sowinski via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 30-25, 29-27).
  • Bantamweight Title: Antun Racic def. Bruno Santos via Unanimous Decision (48-47 x 3).
  • Middleweight Abus Magomedov def. Cezary Kesikvia Technical Submission (guillotine), RD2, 1:53.
  • Middleweight: Patrik Kincl def. Tomasz Drwal via KO (punch), RD1, 4:23. 
  • Welterweight: Marcin Krakowiak def. Kacper Koziorebski via Submission (guillotine) round 3, 4:07.
  • Welterweight: Christian Eckerlin def. Albert Odzimkowski (11-5) via Split Decision.

Video| FEN 31 Full Results & Highlights

FEN MMA went global today (Sat. November 28) with FEN 31 beaming out to the world from the Hotel Hilton in ?ód?, Poland. This event was only the second time in the Polish promotion’s history that a PPV option was available to international audiences. They aim to continue their push into new markets in 2021. […]

FEN MMA went global today (Sat. November 28) with FEN 31 beaming out to the world from the Hotel Hilton in ?ód?, Poland. This event was only the second time in the Polish promotion’s history that a PPV option was available to international audiences. They aim to continue their push into new markets in 2021.

Headlining the event was a clash between local rivals Daniel Rutkowski and Adrian Zieli?ski. This contest was the second meeting between the two, with Rutkowski earning himself a unanimous decision victory in their first clash in 2019.

Rutkowski’s featherweight title was set to be on the line; unfortunately, Zieli?ski came in heavy on the scales. The poor weight cut did little to help the 33-year-old as Rutkowski controlled the bout from start to finish, mixing his striking game with grappling, permanently keeping Zieli?ski on the back foot.

The bout was still an entertaining affair as Zieli?ski kept looking for an opening to change the course of the tide, but after Rutkowski opened up a heavy gash above Zieli?ski ‘s right eye in the third round, the end result seemed inevitable. It came as no surprise to anyone watching when the judges unanimously have the win to Rutkowski.

A Bloody Co-Main Event

The co-main event was a good old fashioned barn burner between heavyweights Pawe? Tryba?a and ?ukasz Borowski. Both men came out to a fast start, throwing heavy shots and looking to land early. In particular, Borowski appeared willing to push the pace, and even if his technique was not of the highest order, you could not fault his willingness to trade inside the pocket with Tryba?a.

However, in the second, Tryba?a landed a shot to the heavily cauliflowered left ear of Borowski, which caused it to burst open and begin bleeding heavily. The injury meant that the referee had little choice other than to step in and stop the contest. 

Two Champions Are Crowned

Earlier in the night, Marcin Wójcik captured the vacant light heavyweight title after he stopped Adam Kowalski in the fourth round. Wójcik unleashed a series of brutal strikes after taking Kowalski’s back, forcing the ref to bring the proceedings to a halt. Norway’s flag was also flying high after Jonas Magard overcame Poland’s Sebastian Romanowski to claim the vacant bantamweight strap. The pair went back in forth in a fight that had several eye catching moments and was never short of action.

FEN MMA is a relative newcomer on the international MMA scene, but FEN 31 showed that the company has the potential to become a player in the MMA landscape.The company will return on Feb 6 with FEN 32.

Full Results

  • Featherweight: Daniel Rutkowski def. Adrian Zieli?ski via Unanimous Decision
  •  Heavyweight: Pawe? Tryba?a def. ?ukasz Borowski via RD2 TKO 
  • Light Heavyweight Championship: Marcin Wójcik def. Adam Kowalski via RD4 TKO
  • Bantamweight Championship: Jonas Magard def. Sebastian Romanowski via Unanimous Decision
  • Middleweight: Marcin Naruszczka def. Ivan ?osi? via Split Decision
  • Lightweight: Kacper Formela def. Edgar Davalos via Unanimous Decision
  • Light Heavyweight: Marcin Filipczak def. Saeed Younsi via RD1 TKO

Polish Promotion FEN Targets Global Success With FEN 31

Each year the sport of mixed martial arts draws in new fans throughout the globe. Outside of the USA, one of the countries where MMA has a fervent following is Poland. Polish MMA is undoubtedly on the rise at the moment. Jan Blachowicz holds the UFC light heavyweight crown, and local promotions like KSW have […]

Each year the sport of mixed martial arts draws in new fans throughout the globe. Outside of the USA, one of the countries where MMA has a fervent following is Poland. Polish MMA is undoubtedly on the rise at the moment. Jan Blachowicz holds the UFC light heavyweight crown, and local promotions like KSW have developed a worldwide fan base.

Now a new flag bearer for Polish MMA is set to make its mark on the international scene. Founded in 2013, Fight Exclusive Night (FEN), is one of the countries leading MMA promotions. This Saturday, Nov. 28, the Wroclaw-based company will stage FEN 31, the most significant event in the promotion’s history. FEN 31 will feature three title fights and will be available worldwide as a PPV.

Headlining the event will be a featherweight clash between local rivals Daniel Rutkowski and Adrian Zielinski. Adding an extra dose of drama to the matchup is the fact that Rutkowski and Zielinski will compete for not only the FEN Featherweight Championship but also the Babilon MMA Featherweight Championship. In a crowded MMA landscape, FEN is going all out to produce a memorable show that will attract a new audience to its brand.

“This is our second event in PPV, and that’s why we’ve put together the best fight card in the history of FEN federation, “says company spokesperson Jakub Borowicz.

“We are developing every year. In addition to promoting MMA, we also try to cultivate the traditions of K-1. Despite the difficulties due to the pandemic, we are organizing our 5th event of the year, which proves our strength.”

FEN has built up a roster stacked with top local talent, but the organization’s growth has allowed it to bring in international fighters. FEN 31 will see athletes from around the world including France and Denmark entering the cage.

“I think the Polish MMA is a leading force in Europe,” Borowicz commented.

“We try to attract foreign fighters to our events, but we must ensure the right quality. Recently, a former FEN fighter, Guran Kutateladze, defeated former two-division KSW champion Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Fight Night: Ortega vs. The Korean Zombie.

“This year, we were supposed to organize the first event outside of Poland, but the pandemic stopped us. We hope to come back to these plans as soon as possible.”

The eight-bout card contains several exciting matchups, but according to Borowicz, aside from the main event, there are two bouts fans should keep an eye on.

“I would pay particular attention to the fight between Adam Kowalski Kowalski and Marcin Wojcik. Kowalski has always been an underdog in his fights, but to everyone’s surprise, he has won his [last two] bouts and is now a contender for the light heavyweight belt.

“I would also closely follow the fight of Kacper Formela, who has fought two fights in the FEN federation, and both times received a bonus for the best fight of the evening.”

For those MMA fans wanting to check out FEN 31. The event will kick off this Saturday at 2 pm (EST). Below is the full fight card and the event can be purchased by clicking on the FEN 31 PPV link

Polish Promotion FEN Targets Global Success With FEN 31

Each year the sport of mixed martial arts draws in new fans throughout the globe. Outside of the USA, one of the countries where MMA has a fervent following is Poland. Polish MMA is undoubtedly on the rise at the moment. Jan Blachowicz holds the UFC light heavyweight crown, and local promotions like KSW have […]

Each year the sport of mixed martial arts draws in new fans throughout the globe. Outside of the USA, one of the countries where MMA has a fervent following is Poland. Polish MMA is undoubtedly on the rise at the moment. Jan Blachowicz holds the UFC light heavyweight crown, and local promotions like KSW have developed a worldwide fan base.

Now a new flag bearer for Polish MMA is set to make its mark on the international scene. Founded in 2013, Fight Exclusive Night (FEN), is one of the countries leading MMA promotions. This Saturday, Nov. 28, the Wroclaw-based company will stage FEN 31, the most significant event in the promotion’s history. FEN 31 will feature three title fights and will be available worldwide as a PPV.

Headlining the event will be a featherweight clash between local rivals Daniel Rutkowski and Adrian Zielinski. Adding an extra dose of drama to the matchup is the fact that Rutkowski and Zielinski will compete for not only the FEN Featherweight Championship but also the Babilon MMA Featherweight Championship. In a crowded MMA landscape, FEN is going all out to produce a memorable show that will attract a new audience to its brand.

“This is our second event in PPV, and that’s why we’ve put together the best fight card in the history of FEN federation, “says company spokesperson Jakub Borowicz.

“We are developing every year. In addition to promoting MMA, we also try to cultivate the traditions of K-1. Despite the difficulties due to the pandemic, we are organizing our 5th event of the year, which proves our strength.”

FEN has built up a roster stacked with top local talent, but the organization’s growth has allowed it to bring in international fighters. FEN 31 will see athletes from around the world including France and Denmark entering the cage.

“I think the Polish MMA is a leading force in Europe,” Borowicz commented.

“We try to attract foreign fighters to our events, but we must ensure the right quality. Recently, a former FEN fighter, Guran Kutateladze, defeated former two-division KSW champion Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Fight Night: Ortega vs. The Korean Zombie.

“This year, we were supposed to organize the first event outside of Poland, but the pandemic stopped us. We hope to come back to these plans as soon as possible.”

The eight-bout card contains several exciting matchups, but according to Borowicz, aside from the main event, there are two bouts fans should keep an eye on.

“I would pay particular attention to the fight between Adam Kowalski Kowalski and Marcin Wojcik. Kowalski has always been an underdog in his fights, but to everyone’s surprise, he has won his [last two] bouts and is now a contender for the light heavyweight belt.

“I would also closely follow the fight of Kacper Formela, who has fought two fights in the FEN federation, and both times received a bonus for the best fight of the evening.”

For those MMA fans wanting to check out FEN 31. The event will kick off this Saturday at 2 pm (EST). Below is the full fight card and the event can be purchased by clicking on the FEN 31 PPV link

KSW 56: Full Results

KSW 56 went down today (Saturday, November 14) in Lodz, Poland. The eight-bout card was headlined by a middleweight clash between Roberto Soldic and Michal Materla. Soldic, the KSW welterweight champion, was looking to make an immediate statement against one of the company’s veteran fighters. In the co-main event, KSW light heavyweight champion Tomasz Narkun […]

KSW 56 went down today (Saturday, November 14) in Lodz, Poland. The eight-bout card was headlined by a middleweight clash between Roberto Soldic and Michal Materla.

Soldic, the KSW welterweight champion, was looking to make an immediate statement against one of the company’s veteran fighters. In the co-main event, KSW light heavyweight champion Tomasz Narkun mounted the fifth defense of his title against the undefeated Ivan Erslan.

Here are the full results from KSW 56.

  • Middleweight: Roberto Soldic def. Michal Materla (29-8) via TKO (punches), Round 1, 4:40.
  • Light Heavyweight Title: Tomasz Narkun def. Ivan Erslan via Submission (rear-naked choke), Round 2, 0:51.
  • Flyweight: Justyna Haba def. Karolina Owczarz via Unanimous Decision 
  • Welterweight:Marius Zaromskis def. Andrzej Grzebyk via TKO (injury), Round 1, 4:58.
  • 161lb Catchweight: Mateusz Legierski def. Francisco Barrio via Majority Decision 
  • 151lb Catchweight: Filip Pejic def. Sebastian Rajewski via KO (punch), Round 1, 0:12.
  • Featherweight: Daniel Torres def. Max Coga via Split Decision
  • Featherweight: Robert Ruchaa def. Micha? Domin via Submission (armbar), Round 1, 4:59

KSW 56 Full Card & How To Watch

KSW returns this weekend with KSW 56 going down on Saturday, November 14, in Lodz, Poland. A middleweight clash and a light heavyweight title bout will headline the eight-fight card. KSW 56 is scheduled to start 3:00 pm (ET) and can be watched via PPV at KSWTV. In the main event, KSW welterweight champion Roberto […]

KSW returns this weekend with KSW 56 going down on Saturday, November 14, in Lodz, Poland. A middleweight clash and a light heavyweight title bout will headline the eight-fight card. KSW 56 is scheduled to start 3:00 pm (ET) and can be watched via PPV at KSWTV.

In the main event, KSW welterweight champion Roberto Soldic moves to middleweight and will take one of the divisions former champions Michal Materla. Soldic comes into this bout riding a four-fight winning streak and looking to establish his credentials in the heavier weight class with a win over one of KSW’s veteran fighters.

Materl’s most recent outing was at KSW 55, where he stopped Serbia’s Aleksandar Ilic in the second round. The 36-year-old made his debut appearance for the Polish promotion back in 2006 and has fought over a dozen times under the KSW banner.

Tomasz Narkun defends his light heavyweight strap in the co-main event when he takes on the undefeated Croatian Ivan Erslan. This fight will be the fifth title defense of Narkun’s reign. This fight will be Erslan’s second fight for the promotion, and he comes into this fight backed by three straight first-round TKO victories.

Other bouts of note are the 161lbs catchweight bout between Oktagon Champion Mateusz Legierski and Francisco Barrio and the featherweight scarp between PFL veteran Max Coga and Daniel Torres.

Here is the full lineup for KSW 56 below.

  • Middleweight: Michal Materla vs. Roberto Soldic 
  • Light Heavyweight Title: Tomasz Narkun vs. Ivan Erslan
  • Flyweight: Karolina Owczarz vs. Justyna Haba
  • Welterweight: Andrzej Grzebyk vs. Marius Zaromskis
  • 161lb Catchweight: Mateusz Legierski vs. Francisco Barrio
  • 151lb Catchweight: Sebastian Rajewski vs. Filip Pejic 
  • Featherweight: Daniel Torres vs. Max Coga
  • Featherweight: Robert Ruchaa vs. Micha? Domin