Oktagon 87 marked a historic return to Liberec, Czech Republic, with eight of eleven fights concluding by stoppage. The event culminated in Lucia Szabova etching her name in the record books, becoming Oktagon MMA’s inaugural female two-division champion.
In the main event, the undefeated Lucia Szabova (11-0) secured a third-round TKO victory over Leidiane Fernandes (7-3) to claim the vacant flyweight title. While Fernandes started aggressively, Szabova’s precise striking proved decisive. She skillfully transitioned from dominant ground and pound to a decisive finish. Following her victory, Szabova expressed her desire to face Lucie Pudilova in a long-anticipated bout.
The middleweight co-main event saw Dominik Humburger (12-3) earn a unanimous decision win over Zebaztian Kadestam (15-9). Fueled by the home crowd, Humburger landed the more impactful strikes, showcasing his power and solidifying his position among the division’s top contenders.
In a thrilling featherweight clash, Radek Roušal (7-2) delivered a spectacular first-round knockout against Samuel Bark (13-4). Roušal’s significant improvement over the past year was evident, positioning him for challenges within the division’s elite. Additionally, a special STAND and BANG welterweight bout saw Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship star Josef Hála stop Tomáš Mudroch with a decisive knockout.
Other notable results included Mileide Simplicio (7-3) submitting UFC veteran Josefine Knutsson (8-2) in the first round of their strawweight bout, and Liam Pitts (4-0) continuing his undefeated streak with a submission victory over Kacper Matyszewski (3-4) in a catchweight contest.
Oktagon 87 Results
Main Card
Main Event – Vacant Flyweight Title: Lucia Szabova (11-0) defeated Leidiane Fernandes (7-3) by TKO (punches and elbows) at 2:12 of round three.
Co-Main Event – Middleweight: Dominik Humburger (12-3) defeated Zebaztian Kadestam (15-9) by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-27).
Featherweight: Radek Roušal (7-2) defeated Samuel Bark (13-4) by knockout (punch) at 1:15 of round one.
STAND and BANG rules – Welterweight: Josef Hála defeated Tomáš Mudroch by knockout (punch) at 1:52 of round two.
Lightweight: Ozan Aslaner (11-6-1) defeated Vladimír Lengál (9-6) by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
Catchweight (75kg/165lbs): Jan Malach (19-17) defeated Stefan Končar (4-2) by TKO (knee and punches) at 1:58 of round three.
Preliminary Card
Light Heavyweight: Vojtech Garba (9-8) defeated Mateusz Strzelczyk (16-16-1, 1NC) by TKO (punches) at 3:48 of round one.
Featherweight: Václav Štěpán (5-0) defeated Firas Daud (5-1) by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).
Strawweight: Mileide Simplicio (7-3) defeated Josefine Knutsson (8-2) by submission (rear naked choke) at 4:55 of round one.
Catchweight (63.5kg/140lbs): Liam Pitts (4-0) defeated Kacper Matyszewski (3-4) by submission (rear naked choke) at 3:52 of round one.
Lightweight: Alex Hutyra (4-0) defeated Umut Birdal (3-1) by submission (rear naked choke) at 3:44 of round two.
