Roberto Soldić wins his UFC debut, defeating Khaos Williams and earning the 22nd victory of his professional career. It was a shaky start in the opening round as he worked to find his distance and adjust to Williams. The second round was a completely different story. Soldić took control, landing several heavy shots and coming close to finishing the fight on multiple … [Read more...] about Roberto Soldić Wins UFC Debut!
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Roberto Soldić Makes Long-Awaited UFC Debut October 3rd!
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Roberto Soldić has officially made weight and is set to make his long-awaited UFC debut tomorrow night against Khaos Williams (16-5) at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. The 31-year-old Croatian enters the UFC with a 21-4 professional record, including 18 wins by knockout. Soldić returns to 170 pounds after spending his last four MMA fights at 185 pounds, including his time with … [Read more...] about Roberto Soldić Makes Long-Awaited UFC Debut October 3rd!
PODCAST: Mike Rožić Talks Hrgović, Soldić & State Of Croatian Fighting
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Mike Rožić of CroatianSports.com breaks down the state of Croatian combat sports: Hrgović win over Itauma, Soldić coming to the UFC & the future of Antonio Plazibat. … [Read more...] about PODCAST: Mike Rožić Talks Hrgović, Soldić & State Of Croatian Fighting
Top Contender Roberto Soldić Set To Debut At UFC 332
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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
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
