The biggest project on the European MMA scene, changing the rules of the game. For the third time. This is Tipsport Gamechanger, a project by Tipsport and OKTAGON. A pyramid tournament featuring 16 fighters from around the world in the middleweight division offers prize money totaling 1 million euros.

FIGHTS for the FIRST ROUND:

PEŇÁZ vs. ZAWADA (Düsseldorf, 1.2.2025)
The unbeaten in OKTAGON “MONEY” PEŇÁZ meets German KO artist David “SAGAT” ZAWADA, who boasts 17 finishes. Two striking legends—who will deliver the next highlight-reel finish?

ČEPO vs. KARTAL (Karlovy Vary, 26.4.2025)
The explosive ČEPO, a fan-favorite for his wild finishes, takes on the German powerhouse KARTAL. This fight was originally scheduled for OKTAGON 59 and will now take place as part of the Tipsport GAMECHANGER. Expect fireworks from the first bell!

SURDU vs. JOTKO
Dracula SURDU, new welterweight CHAMPION, meets world #43 light heavyweight JOTKO in a clash of styles. Will SURDU’s aggression overpower JOTKO’s elite experience?

WAWRZYNIAK vs. MAZÚCH (Třinec, 22.2.2025)
Polish grit meets Slovak power as former interim champ WAWRZYNIAK collides with MAZÚCH in a battle of heavy hitters.

PETRÁŠEK vs. STANTON (Třinec, 22.2.2025)
Fan-favorite “MELOUN” PETRÁŠEK takes on England’s “HUYTON HAMMER” STANTON. A battle of determination and power—who will come out on top?

MICHAILIDIS vs. HULME
The first Tipsport Gamechanger finalist MICHAILIDIS faces submission ace Hulme. A test of skill and grit—don’t blink!

KRIŠTOFIČ vs. TBA (Karlovy Vary, 26.4.2025)
The unpredictable “PIRÁT” KRIŠTOFIČ returns for a dramatic showdown. Who will be his wild card opponent?!

ENGIZEK vs. SALAMONE (Düsseldorf, 1.2.2025)
Middleweight champ ENGIZEK puts his title on the line against rising star ⭐ in French SALAMONE.