The wait is finally over. After four years of rumors and negotiations, Croatia's top MMA talent Roberto 'Robocop' Soldić has signed with the UFC. The 31-yeard old fighter with a record of 21-4 touts an impressive record as a double champ at 170 and 185 lbs within the regional powerhouse promotion, KSW and later had a decent stint with ONE FC. Notably, Soldić knocked out former … [Read more...] about Top Contender Roberto Soldić Set To Debut At UFC 332
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Filip Hrgović Is The New IBF Heavyweight World Champion!
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Filip Hrgović has pulled off a massive comeback to make Croatian boxing history. The heavyweight defeated highly rated and previously undefeated British prospect Moses Itauma via ninth-round TKO at London’s O2 Arena, becoming Croatia’s first ever heavyweight world champion and capturing the vacant IBF heavyweight world title. It was an incredible turnaround. Itauma’s … [Read more...] about Filip Hrgović Is The New IBF Heavyweight World Champion!
Hrgović Finally Gets IBF Title Shot!
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Filip Hrgović aka “El Animal” will face off against undefeated 21 year-old Moses Itauma August 29th at The O2 Arena in London for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. Hrgović has a 20-1 (15 KO) professional record going into this bout, which will be a career changer for the 34 year-old Croatian heavyweight. … [Read more...] about Hrgović Finally Gets IBF Title Shot!
Brando Peričić Moves To 7-1, Stays Perfect In The UFC
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Brando Peričić improved to 7-1 overall and a perfect 3-0 in the UFC, with all three wins coming by knockout. In his toughest test to date, Peričić delivered again, as “The Balkan Bear” landed a massive right hook to knock out Shamil Gaziev (14-3), who entered the fight ranked No. 14 in the UFC heavyweight division. With the win, Peričić is set to take over that No. 14 spot … [Read more...] about Brando Peričić Moves To 7-1, Stays Perfect In The UFC
Round 2 With Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić
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CroatianSports sits down with the Balkan Bear after his second straight UFC win over Louie Sutherland in London. Brando talks about his readiness to fight again right now, what he does in his free time and who he would give his $100K bonus to when he wins it. … [Read more...] about Round 2 With Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić
Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić Wins 2nd Straight UFC Fight With 3-Minute TKO
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Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić wins his 2nd UFC heavyweight fight in a row! Relatively easy TKO in the 1st round over Louie Sutherland (1:48). Peričić promised one of his fans his $100,000 fight bonus should he receive it from the UFC in London tonight. Let’s see what happens there. Follow @balknbear to see how serious he is. Peričić walked out of the arena with a … [Read more...] about Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić Wins 2nd Straight UFC Fight With 3-Minute TKO
Brando “Balkan Bear” Peričić Set For UFC Fight #2 In London!
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Brando “The Balkan Bear” Peričić has his second UFC fight officially announced. He will take on English-Scottish Louie Sutherland (10–4). The fight will take place in London on March 21 at UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy. Brando is coming off a dream debut, knocking his opponent out 1 minute 55 seconds of the very first round. He’s now looking for his second win in the … [Read more...] about Brando “Balkan Bear” Peričić Set For UFC Fight #2 In London!
Croatia Defeat Hungary 27–25 To Reach Euro 2026 Semifinals vs. Germany
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It wasn’t pretty for the first 45 minutes, but the Croatian Cowboys battled back to defeat Hungary 27–25 and finish perfect in the Main Round group stage. Raužan scored a brilliant second-half goal that will surely be a Goal of the Tournament nominee, flying parallel to the floor before getting the shot away. Kuzmanović was named Man of the Match with 9 massive … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Hungary 27–25 To Reach Euro 2026 Semifinals vs. Germany
Croatia Defeat Slovenia 29–25 In Euro 2026 Penultimate Group Stage Match!
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Croatia picked up a massive 29–25 win over Slovenia in a penultimate group stage match at the 2026 European Handball Championship, keeping their semifinal hopes firmly alive. The victory puts Croatia in a strong position, with a win over Hungary on January 29 set to officially secure a place in the Euro semifinals. Tin Lučin led the way offensively with 7 goals, while … [Read more...] about Croatia Defeat Slovenia 29–25 In Euro 2026 Penultimate Group Stage Match!
