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SPORTMANIE MAKES A POWERFUL COMEBACK AFTER TEN YEARS: A COMEBACK SET TO SHAKE THE WORLD OF COMBAT SPORTS TO ITS VERY FOUNDATIONS!

Ten years out of the spotlight, but far from forgotten. Sportmanie Events is set to make an impressive comeback on 10 October 2026 with ‘Don’t Call It a Comeback II’ at the Topsportcentrum Almere. And anyone looking at the fight card will see straight away that the organisation isn’t returning to make a cautious restart. From the very first edition, Sportmanie aims to make its mark on the world of combat sports once again.

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Already an established name ten years ago

Anyone who still remembers Sportmanie from ten years ago will know that, at the time, this organisation was one of the biggest and most prominent names in the world of combat sports. Sportmanie set itself apart with compelling events, strong fighters and a presence that impressed both the public and the athletes.

After an absence of no less than ten years, the organisation is now making a comeback that is immediately grabbing attention. Not a modest relaunch, but an evening where its ambitions are clearly on display.

A fight card that makes an immediate impression

With names such as Hamza Essalih, Tayfun Ozcan, Younes Smaili and Burak Poyraz, Sportmanie presents a line-up that shows the organisation is taking its return very seriously.

The other bouts also promise to be explosive. The combination of talent, experience and international opponents makes this comeback, on paper at least, an event that kickboxing fans can look forward to.

What other organisations sometimes take several editions to build up, Sportmanie is aiming to achieve straight away on its return: a strong line-up, a strong image and an event that counts once again.

Not just any comeback, but a new ambition

The title ‘Don’t Call It a Comeback II’ seems perfectly chosen. After all, anyone who returns after a ten-year absence with such a strong fight card straight away is sending a clear signal.

Sportmanie doesn’t just want to reminisce about the past, but above all to show what the future might hold.

This edition could well mark the start of a new chapter in which the organisation once again secures a prominent place within the world of combat sports.

If Sportmanie can maintain this momentum, there are opportunities to stage even bigger events, attract stronger international opponents and deliver more impressive productions in the coming years.

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All eyes on Almere

On Saturday 10 October 2026, we’ll find out whether Sportmanie can live up to its impressive plans in the ring.

One thing is certain: with its return and striking fight card, the organisation has set expectations high.

Sportmanie made a name for itself ten years ago. Ten years on, the organisation wants to prove that that name still carries weight.

And perhaps that is the most powerful message of this comeback: Sportmanie is not returning to start from the bottom again, but to build on the reputation it had already established ten years ago.

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Berre Vanduffel vs Thian De Vries

Tilburg – 26 September 2026

On Saturday 26 September 2026, Enfusion delivered an evening of spectacle, hard-hitting knock-outs, title fights and strong performances in Tilburg. From the opening bouts right through to the main event, the crowd remained captivated.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came from Dani Regter, who was fighting his final bout in the B class. Regter made a statement straight away. In the second round, he landed a hard knee on his opponent, sending him crashing to the canvas. An impressive end to his time in the B division.

The four-man tournament also provided plenty of excitement. Anouar Afakir fought his way through the tournament impressively and was ultimately able to take the coveted belt home with him. An achievement that rounded off his evening perfectly.

Berre Vanduffel

Berre Vanduffel also emerged victorious from his title fight. Vanduffel once again demonstrated why he ranks amongst the top names in Enfusion and was able to pose with the championship belt afterwards.

The MMA bout also added some extra variety to the evening. Moreover, there was a well-known Dutch guest amongst the audience: Najib Amhali. The comedian also proved to be a fan of combat sports and was clearly enjoying the spectacle in Tilburg.

Thian De Vries (TARZAN)

The absolute highlight of the evening was the bout between Thian de Vries and Ulric Modju Bokeme. As we’ve seen De Vries do on numerous occasions, he wasted no time. He applied pressure right from the start and landed a blow as early as the first round.

The referee was forced to step in and stop the bout, meaning De Vries once again won by TKO.

With this victory, Thian “Tarzan” de Vries takes his impressive record to 36 wins, no fewer than 32 of which have come by knockout.

An evening of spectacular finishes, champions, tournament victories and yet another compelling main event made Enfusion Tilburg an event that the martial arts fans in attendance are unlikely to forget in a hurry.

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Nextreme 7 MMA

Aalsmeer – 19 September 2026

NEXTREME MMA 7 in Aalsmeer proved to be an event not to be forgotten in a hurry. The evening was packed with action and featured a striking number of bouts that ended by TKO in the very first round. This ensured a fast-paced event and plenty of spectacle for the audience in attendance.

One of the major highlights was the four-man tournament for the Featherweight title. In the semi-finals, Jamie Jong faced Bas Voor Den Dag, whilst Nizami Ghulaman took on Souleymanou Adamou. Ultimately, it was Nizami Ghulaman who emerged as the tournament winner and claimed the Featherweight title.

Nizami Ghulaman

A four-man tournament for the welterweight title was also on the programme. Bryan Ribeiro faced Pawel Kasprzyk, whilst Hakob Chatalbashyan took on Gavin Luijendijk. At the end of the tournament, it was Gavin Luijendijk who emerged victorious and claimed the Welterweight title.

Another standout story of the evening came from Edgar Liparitjan. After another fighter withdrew, he was unexpectedly given the chance to compete in a grappling bout. Liparitjan showed he was up to the challenge and ultimately won both bouts. In doing so, he put in a strong performance on an evening when he had not initially been scheduled to fight twice.

In addition to the MMA and grappling bouts, the audience were also treated to two kickboxing bouts. This gave the event a nice mix of different disciplines within combat sports.

Gavin Luijendijk

Unfortunately, the scheduled main event could not go ahead. The bout was cancelled because the agreed weight limit was not met. It was a disappointment for the audience, but the many other bouts and early finishes more than made up for it.

NEXTREME MMA 7 proved itself in Aalsmeer to be a well-organised event packed with action, title bouts and surprising moments. In particular, the large number of first-round TKOs gave the evening a spectacular flavour.

With Nizami Ghulaman as Featherweight champion, Gavin Luijendijk as Welterweight champion and Edgar Liparitjan’s remarkable double victory, NEXTREME MMA 7 produced several memorable moments.

19 September 2026 thus became an evening centred on speed, competition and spectacle.

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WFL – War for the Crown

WAR FOR THE CROWN: on 3 October, the Lotto Arena will become the battleground for the heavyweights

ANTWERP – Forget an ordinary fight night. On 3 October 2026, the Lotto Arena will host an evening where a single moment, a single punch and a single mistake could be enough to shatter a dream. With War for the Crown, WFL brings a heavyweight spectacle to Antwerp in which only one thing matters: survival and getting closer to the crown.

Sixteen heavyweights. One journey. One crown.

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

That is the essence of War for the Crown.

With this concept, WFL isn’t simply organising a series of matches, but is building a contest in which reputation is no guarantee, strength alone is not enough, and every opponent poses a threat. On 3 October, a new phase of that quest begins in Antwerp.

Names such as Jahfarr Wilnis, Ivan Efimov, Malong Konta, Dexter Suisse, Massinissa Hamail, Jeremy Mercera, André Schmeling, Mikolaj Dyc, Claudio Istrate, Bruno Chavez, Vasile Amaritei, Naim Hebbar, Hamza Ourahou, Ouail Ibn Youssef and Fares Bainine bring together exactly what heavyweight fans come for: stature, explosiveness and the knowledge that a fight is never truly safe.

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

No room for recovery

In a normal match, a fighter can sometimes take their time to get into their stride. Here, things are different.

Anyone competing in a tournament for the crown knows that every round counts. A hard low kick can have consequences later on. A heavy right-hander can change everything. A moment’s hesitation can mean the difference between carrying on and being eliminated.

That’s what makes War for the Crown so dangerous.

Not just for the fighters.

But for any prediction, too.

Because in the heavyweight division, there are no certainties.

The favourite could be knocked out.

The underdog might rise to the occasion.

And one name that’s barely mentioned beforehand might suddenly be on everyone’s lips by the end of the evening.

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

The Lotto Arena won’t have the usual atmosphere

Antwerp has seen some epic battles, but this event brings something different to the table.

A tournament creates excitement even before the first bell rings. Every result changes the narrative. Every winner moves closer to the crown. Every loser sees their journey come to an abrupt end.

That is what the fans at the Lotto Arena are set to experience.

Not just during the matches, but also in between them.

Who will come out on top?

Who will keep a cool head?

Who can cope with the pressure when thousands of eyes are on them?

And above all:

who really dares to believe that the crown is meant for him?

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

Experience versus hunger

The field of competitors includes experienced names, but also heavyweights who are keen to seize their chance on this very stage.

For the established riders, there is a lot at stake. They are expected to deliver.

For the challengers, something different lies in store.

An opportunity.

A victory at the right moment can fast-track a career. A dominant performance can suddenly transform a relatively unknown name into a figure no one can ignore.

That is the beauty of a tournament.

You don’t get a crown handed to you on a plate.

You have to fight for it.

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

Here’s why you’ll want to be there

Some events are the sort you look back on.

Others are the sort you want to have experienced.

War for the Crown has everything it takes to be just such an evening.

A packed arena. International heavyweights. A knockout that could come out of nowhere. A favourite under pressure. An underdog who refuses to step aside.

And hanging over it all is that one question:

who will ultimately come closest to the crown?

On 3 October 2026, the answer will begin to unfold at the Lotto Arena in Antwerp.

Not with words.

Not with predictions.

But with fists.

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

WAR FOR THE CROWN

Sixteen heavyweights. One mission. No second chances.

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On Saturday 19 September 2026, De Bloemhof in Aalsmeer will be all about combat sports. NEXTREME MMA returns with its seventh edition, presenting an extensive programme featuring MMA, kickboxing, grappling, youth bouts, a four-man tournament and a title fight.

NEXTREME MMA 7 brings together various disciplines and gives both up-and-coming talent and experienced fighters the chance to prove themselves in the cage. The doors of De Bloemhof open at 2.30 pm, with the programme kicking off at 3.00 pm.

One of the bouts that immediately catches the eye is the fight between Jess van Hunen of Ruthless Fightcompany and Yassine Bouyardan of TUF Dragons. They will face each other in an interim welterweight title fight. With a title at stake, this bout naturally takes on a special significance.

Four-man tournament in the featherweight division

The MMA Featherweight Tournament also promises to be a key part of the evening. Four fighters will have the chance to make their mark: Jamie Jong, Nizami Ghulam, Bas voor den Dag and Souleymanou Adamou. Jamie Jong and Bas voor den Dag will face each other in a highly anticipated clash.

In addition, the fight card features several other interesting MMA bouts. Nicolas Essono and Jesse van der Horst will face each other in the light-heavyweights, whilst Ivan Ognev and Kaj Ritfeld will also go head-to-head in this weight class. In the middleweights, Filip Zubowicz is scheduled to face Marco Zoutendijk.

Also on the programme are Milan van der Raaij vs Dylan Bloomer, Morteza Kazemi vs Sayfulla Irazbiev, Arseni Taktakishvili vs Muslim Terloev, Ersan Dağ vs Sem de Jeu and Sekander Masoud vs Dion Persoon.

Not just MMA

NEXTREME MMA 7 is clearly opting for variety. As well as MMA, there are also kickboxing bouts. Mohamed Ait Daoud takes on Jesse Maars in the lightweight division, whilst Brandon Tegelaar and Daniel Janeczko face off in a super-heavyweight kickboxing bout.

For fans of ground fighting, the programme also features a grappling bout in the under-60-kilogramme division between Radi Akachar and Edgar Liparitjan.

The new generation is also being given a chance to shine. Amongst others, Valentino Meulenhof vs Riyad Mabraki and Abel Middendorp vs D’leh Roerhorst have been announced as youth MMA bouts.

A full afternoon of combat sports in Aalsmeer

With so many different bouts and disciplines, NEXTREME MMA 7 looks set to be an event where there’s something to enjoy throughout the afternoon and evening. From young talents to title aspirations and from kickboxing to grappling: the organisers have put together a wide-ranging programme.

De Bloemhof – Aalsmeer
Saturday 19 September 2026
Doors open: 2.30 pm
Event starts: 3.00 pm
Tickets: www.nextreme-mma.com

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Thian vs Bokeme

Tickets for Enfusion Tilburg – Book your tickets here

On 26 September 2026, Tilburg will be completely taken over by top-class international kickboxing. Enfusion is pulling out all the stops with a strong fight card, featuring several big names stepping into the ring for an evening full of speed, power and spectacle.

One of the bouts that is eagerly anticipated is the clash between Thian de Vries and Ulric Bokeme. De Vries is known for his explosive style and high knockout rate, making fireworks all but guaranteed.

Berre Vanduffel vs Jahfaro Gezius

Tickets for Enfusion Tilburg – Book your tickets here

There is also a major title bout on the programme. Berre Vanduffel will take on Jahfaro Gezius for the welterweight title (up to 81 kilograms). Both fighters will thus have the chance to be crowned champion on the Enfusion stage.

In addition, Levi Minkenberg, Jannes Vercaemst, Anouar Afakir and Goudmein, amongst others, will be in action, alongside various international fighters. Enfusion Tilburg therefore promises to be a varied evening featuring talent, experienced top fighters and bouts with high stakes.

The audience can look forward to spectacular combinations, knock-outs, title bouts and excitement from start to finish.

Date: 26 September 2026
Venue: Tilburg
Tickets: available via the official ticket sales channel Tickets for Enfusion Tilburg – Order your tickets here

Would you like to experience this evening live? Then don’t wait too long and secure your place at Enfusion Tilburg.

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The countdown is on. On Saturday 26 September 2026, Enfusion is coming to Tilburg for an evening that every kickboxing fan should mark in their diary. With an impressive fight card, top international fighters and a world title bout, it’s all about action, excitement and spectacle.

The undisputed highlight of the evening is the Enfusion World Title Cruiserweight bout between Thian de Vries and Ulric Bokeme. The undefeated Thian de Vries faces yet another huge challenge in his quest for the world title. Facing him is the powerful and experienced Ulric Bokeme, a fighter known for his explosiveness and knockout power. It’s a fight that has all the makings of an absolute classic.

Enfusion World Title Cruiserweight bout between Thian de Vries and Ulric Bokeme

But that’s not all. The rest of the fight card is also packed with talent and established names who are sure to deliver spectacular bouts. Among others, Levi Minkenberg, Gezius, Sardari, Berre Van Duffel and Afakir will be making an appearance and will give their all to impress the Enfusion crowd.

Levi Minkenberg, Gezius, Sardari, Berre Van Duffel and Afakir

For Belgian and Dutch kickboxing fans, this is an event not to be missed. Enfusion has been renowned for years for its professional organisation, spectacular productions and top-class bouts. On 26 September, Tilburg will once again provide the backdrop for an evening on which history could be made.

Knockoutnieuws will, of course, be there to report on the event, with exclusive interviews, photos, video reports and all the highlights of the evening.

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With no fewer than 60 bouts on the fight card, the ‘Bazen van de Ring’ event promised a day full of action, excitement and talent. From youth bouts to high-calibre C and B-class matches, the audience was treated to an impressive series of fights.

Amiel Burleson wins the B-Class Four-Man Tournament

In the men’s B-class four-man tournament, the semi-finals saw Amiel Burleson take on Alahji and Chukwuemeka Igwala face Thierno Odili. Both winners progressed to a thrilling final.

Amiel Burleson vs Chukwuemeka Igwala

In the final, Amiel Burleson and Chukwuemeka Igwala went head to head. Both fighters started strongly, but Burleson gradually managed to seize the initiative. In the second round, his pressure proved too much for Igwala and the referee stopped the fight. Amiel Burleson won the tournament by TKO in the second round and can rightly call himself the deserved winner of the B-class tournament.

Chukwuemeka Igwala vs Amiel Burleson

Romaissa Kerssens secures victory after a spectacular women’s match

The C-class also provided plenty of excitement. One of the most notable matches of the evening was undoubtedly Romaissa Kerssens vs Demi Chin.

Romaissa Kerssens vs Demi Chin

From the opening bell, both women went on the offensive. For three rounds, the spectators were treated to a bout in which neither fighter gave an inch. The bout remained thrilling right up to the very last second and was decided by character, fitness and willpower. After an intense battle, victory ultimately went to Romaissa Kerssens, who made an excellent impression with her strong performance.

Demi Chin vs Romaissa Kerssens

Yosef Agiah and Michael Landford put on a high-calibre contest

Another bout that caught the eye was the B-class clash between Yosef Agiah and Michael Landford. Both fighters demonstrated why they are among the most talented in their class.

Michael Landford vs Yosef Agiah

The fight was characterised by a fast pace, powerful combinations and plenty of fighting spirit. Both Agiah and Landford constantly sought to attack, making for an entertaining bout for the crowd. This match proved that both men have a great deal of potential.

Michael Landford vs Yosef Agiah

Talents to watch out for

Bazen van de Ring once again demonstrated just how much talent there is within Dutch and Belgian combat sports. With strong performances from, amongst others, Amiel Burleson, Chukwuemeka Igwala, Romaissa Kerssens, Demi Chin, Yosef Agiah and Michael Landford, these are undoubtedly names to keep a close eye on in the coming years.

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Nick Overmeer

An exciting B-class four-player tournament was on the programme at the WFL on 27 June 2026 in Utrecht.

In the semi-finals, Elijah Landveld defeated his opponent Bilal Malki, whilst Nick Overmeer saw off Younes Van Dams. This set up a thrilling final between Landveld and Overmeer.

After a thrilling and intense battle, Nick Overmeer came out on top and was crowned the tournament winner. With his strong performances throughout the evening, he demonstrated his class and perseverance.

Afterwards, Knockoutnieuws spoke to the brand-new tournament winner, who was visibly proud of his achievement.

An impressive evening for Nick Overmeer, who took the WFL title home with him.

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