Mohamed Hamami

MOHAMED HAMAMI MAKES AN IMPRESSION IN ALMERE: HIGHLY ANTICIPATED TOP-FLIGHT BATTLE ENDS IN A SPECTACULAR TKO!

ALMERE – The SPE Sportmanie event in Almere featured a long-awaited main event between Mohamed Hamami and Hamza Soesie. It was a clash the crowd had been eagerly anticipating, with the support from the audience clearly in Hamza Soesie’s favour. But once in the ring, Mohamed Hamami showed that it is not the support of the crowd, but performance in the ring that counts.

One round was enough

From the very first moment, Mohamed Hamami exuded control and determination. With a disciplined approach, excellent timing and convincing attacks, he managed to put his opponent under pressure.

Despite the massive support for Hamza Soesie, Hamami did not let himself be rattled. He remained focused, stuck to his game plan and managed to land several hard blows on Soesie.

On two occasions, Hamza was visibly reeling on his feet following Hamami’s powerful strikes. The referee eventually stepped in and decided to stop the fight as early as the first round.

The result: a convincing victory by technical knockout (TKO) for Mohamed Hamami.

Knockoutnieuws speaks to the winner

After the fight, Knockoutnieuws was on hand to interview Mohamed Hamami about his convincing victory. In the interview, we look back at the main event, his performance in the ring and the significance of this TKO victory.

Watch the exclusive interview with Mohamed Hamami here, only on Knockoutnieuws.

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Knockout News is heading to Waregem Expo for Battle Arena, where another evening packed with high-calibre bouts and up-and-coming talent is on the programme. For Knockout News, the focus isn’t just on the big names, but also on fighters who are on impressive runs and remain undefeated in the ring.

During Battle Arena, we’ll be speaking to Rostam, Sohrab, Alik and Gilles, amongst others. Four fighters, each with their own style, character and ambitions.

Rostam – undefeated and increasingly convincing

Rostam is a name that is coming to the fore with increasing prominence. With his commanding presence in the ring and his unbeaten record, he is showing that he is ready to take bigger steps. With every bout, he seems to gain further experience and confidence.

Knockoutnieuws spoke to Rostam about his development, his ambitions and how far he ultimately wants to go in the world of combat sports.

Watch the full interview with Rostam here:
Interview with Rostam Malekk

Sohrab – determined and dangerous

Sohrab, too, continues to impress. He combines technique with fighting spirit and consistently applies pressure throughout his bouts. His unbeaten run has left more and more fans wondering just how far he can go.

In conversation with Knockoutnieuws, Sohrab talks about his mindset, his preparation and the challenges he’d like to take on in the future.

Watch the full interview with Sohrab here:
Interview with Trainer Sonny and fighter Sohrab

Alik – a name to watch

Alik is another fighter who is firmly in the spotlight. With strong performances and an unbeaten record, he is steadily building his reputation.

His bouts show that he doesn’t just want to win, but wants to prove himself time and time again. Knockoutnieuws asked him about his ambitions, his development and what fans can expect from him in the coming period.

Watch the full interview with Alik here:
Interview with Alik Bojikyan

Gilles – ready for the next step

Gilles, too, puts on fights that leave a lasting impression on the audience. With his strong performances and unbeaten run, he is one of the fighters to watch out for during Battle Arena.

Knockoutnieuws spoke to Gilles about his recent bouts, the pressure of remaining undefeated and his goals for the future.

Watch the full interview with Gilles here:
Interview with Gilles Duflou

Battle Arena in Waregem

Battle Arena is once again bringing together a mix of established names and talented fighters at Waregem Expo. For Knockoutnieuws, it’s the perfect opportunity to get to know the men behind the performances better.

Rostam, Sohrab, Alik and Gilles: four undefeated fighters, four different stories and one shared goal — to keep winning and progress to the highest level.

Battle Arena Waregem Expo

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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.

COMMENTARY

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During the Enfusion Tilburg press conference, it became clear that 26 September 2026 will be an evening with a lot at stake. Several fighters took to the podium and faced their upcoming opponents. From the four-man tournament to world title fights: the anticipation leading up to the event continues to build.

3 Title fights

One of the biggest highlights is Thian de Vries, who is defending his Enfusion world title against Ulric Modju Bokeme. De Vries faces a new challenger in Bokeme and will once again have to prove why he is at the top.

The 72 kg four-man tournament also promises to be a spectacle. In the semi-finals, Levi Minkenberg faces Anouar Afakir, whilst Jannes Vercaemst takes on Kristjan Malocaj. Four fighters with the same goal: to win two bouts and emerge as the winner at the end of the evening.

In addition, an important MMA world title bout is on the programme. Jahfaro Gezius will face Berre Vanduffel in a title fight in the 77-kilogram division. Agy Sardari versus Ahmet Rasim Pala is also on the card as a professional MMA bout.

The evening’s programme also features bouts involving Zakaria Daps, Salim Nabibaks, Miguel Paays, Dani Regter, Zion Goudmein, Appies Hasman and various other talented fighters from the Netherlands, Belgium and beyond.

Salim Nabibaks vs Haytam Essad

The press conference gave us a first taste of what’s to come. The words have been spoken, the staredowns have taken place. On 26 September, the fighters will have to prove themselves in the ring and the cage.

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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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Kickboxing has undergone impressive development over the years. The sport experienced particularly strong international growth in the 1980s and 1990s. Japan played a key role in this, with major events and a strong influence from karate, amongst other disciplines. The Netherlands, too, developed into a major centre for kickboxing during that period and produced many fighters who would later make a name for themselves internationally.

Nevertheless, kickboxing has long had to contend with a negative image. The sport used to be regularly associated with aggression and street violence. However, anyone who is genuinely involved in the world of kickboxing knows that a good gym is all about discipline, respect, self-control, responsibility and perseverance.

For many young people, the gym has also become a place where they find structure and can channel their energy in a positive way. Instead of getting into fights on the streets, they learn their limits within clear rules and under the guidance of trainers. For young people who have a lot of energy or struggle to concentrate, sport can also help to provide structure, focus and self-confidence. Sport can be a valuable source of support in this regard, without replacing professional medical guidance or necessary treatment.

Sharif ben Mabrouk

From beginner to professional top-flight level

Anyone who thinks that a professional kickboxer simply steps into the ring every now and then is underestimating what goes on behind the scenes.

Development often begins at a young age. Through youth competitions and beginner-level training, fighters can progress to the C-class, then the B-class and ultimately the professional A-class.

But reaching that level is only part of the story.

To reach the top and stay there, professional kickboxers train almost every day.

Technical training, sparring, strength training, fitness training, recovery, nutrition and mental preparation are all part of their lives. On top of that come training camps, travelling and competitions. A professional fighter must constantly invest in their body and development, because at international level, even a slight disadvantage can make all the difference.

That requires years of discipline and enormous personal sacrifice.

Sharif Ben Mabrouk: combining elite sport with higher education

Sharif Ben Mabrouk is an example of an athlete who is trying to balance two demanding worlds: higher education and a professional kickboxing career.

Alongside his studies, he continues to invest in his sporting development on a daily basis. He now competes as a professional kickboxer at international events, including at SENSHI in Bulgaria.

For him, kickboxing is not just a passion. It is also a profession that enables him to earn an income and support himself whilst continuing to build on his education and future.

Many students work in the hospitality industry, shops or other sectors after their lessons to pay for their studies and daily living costs. A professional kickboxer can do this in a different way: by training, preparing for weeks on end and ultimately stepping into the ring to earn an income through his sport.

The difference is that behind that single match often lie months of daily preparation.

Sharif ben Mabrouk

Why should kickboxing be treated any differently?

In sports such as football, swimming, athletics and various other disciplines, there are arrangements in place whereby schools and educational institutions take into account students who compete at a high level.

But in kickboxing too, there are students who are pursuing higher education whilst competing at national or international level.

Why should they deserve any less support?

A kickboxer who trains five, six or sometimes seven days a week, competes abroad and, on top of that, is trying to get their degree, is achieving a tremendous feat.

He or she should not be forced to choose between education and elite sport when the two can be combined in a responsible manner.

Sharif ben Mabrouk

Time for full recognition

Modern kickboxing deserves to be judged on what it truly represents today.

It’s not just about fighting.

But also:

discipline, training, respect, self-control, health, ambition and perseverance.

Athletes such as Sharif Ben Mabrouk demonstrate that a professional kickboxer can take both his future and his studies seriously at the same time.

Anyone who wants to reach the very top internationally must perform at their best day in, day out. And once you’re there, you may have to work even harder to stay there.

That is why kickboxing also deserves the same attention and opportunities as other elite sports when it comes to combining education, personal development and a professional sporting career.

Talent and elite sport deserve support — whether that talent is on a football pitch, in a swimming pool, on an athletics track or between the ropes of a kickboxing ring.

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Alvi Dasuyev has reached a significant milestone in his career. In an exclusive interview with Knockoutnieuws, the talented fighter speaks candidly about signing a contract with an American management team. This partnership opens new doors and brings him closer to the world’s largest MMA organisation.

In the interview, Alvi looks back on how the contact with the American management team came about. He explains the discussions that led up to it, why he chose this partnership and what ambitions he hopes to realise in the coming period. His focus is entirely on the next step in his professional career, with the ultimate goal of securing a chance in the UFC.

Alvi Dasuyev

Alvi also discusses his most recent fight in Paris at length. There, he made an immediate impression by forcing his opponent to tap out via submission in the very first round. Despite the convincing victory, the bout was not without consequences. During the fight, he sustained a double orbital fracture, a serious injury that will force him to take time out to recover.

The combination of an impressive victory, a serious injury and a contract with an American management team makes it clear that Alvi Dasuyev is at the start of a promising new chapter. Knockout News will continue to closely follow his path to the international elite and his potential move towards the UFC.

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Interview | Berre Vanduffel is chasing his second title at Enfusion 163

Having won the very first LEV-ONE title of his career, Berre Vanduffel now faces another huge challenge. At Enfusion 163, the Belgian fighter will have the chance to add a second championship belt to his list of achievements when he takes on the formidable Jahfaro Gezius.

Berre is in top form and is leaving nothing to chance. Preparations are going extremely well and the intensity of his training is higher than ever. Every session is entirely focused on one goal: to leave the ring as champion once again.

“I feel strong, I’m fully prepared and I’ve done everything I can to be at my best come fight time. Now it’s time to prove it in the ring.”

Berre Vanduffel

The clash with Jahfaro Gezius promises to be a spectacular event. Both fighters possess the qualities to make the difference, but Berre is determined to make history once again and secure his second title. Berre previously won the LEV-ONE title and has since continued to build on his strong rise within the sport.

Knockoutnieuws spoke exclusively with Berre Vanduffel about his preparations, his motivation and the challenge awaiting him at Enfusion 163. One thing is clear: his hunger for success is greater than ever and Berre is ready to give it his all when the bell rings

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TILBURG – Knockoutnieuws spoke to Zion Goudmein, who is gearing up for a new challenge at Enfusion 163 in Tilburg. The talented B-class fighter is stepping back into the ring wearing the smaller MMA gloves, a discipline in which speed, precision and fighting spirit really come into their own.

Zion Goudmein

During the interview, Zion looked back on his previous bout. He spoke candidly about the lessons he’d learnt from that fight and how that experience had made him a stronger fighter. In his view, every bout is a step forward and an opportunity to develop further on his way to the top.

With Enfusion 163 on the horizon, his preparations are more intensive than ever. Zion feels physically strong, mentally sharp and is determined to make a convincing impression. Fighting with the smaller gloves requires a different approach, but that is precisely what makes this challenge so appealing to him.

Zion Goudmein

As if that weren’t enough, Zion is also looking beyond kickboxing. He has set his sights on a move to MMA, where a whole new world of possibilities awaits him. He sees combining striking with wrestling and ground work as the next step in his development as a well-rounded fighter.

For Zion, it’s not just about winning, but also about continuing to grow, taking on new challenges and proving himself time and time again. His ambition is clear: to keep developing and, step by step, make a name for himself within both the kickboxing and MMA scenes.

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