At BRAVE Combat Federation’s BRAVE CF 90 in Austria, Agron Smakici announced himself as a rising star in the Heavyweight division. Known for his 20-2 boxing record, including 18 knockouts, Smakici gained worldwide attention when he cut boxing legend Tyson Fury during a sparring session. But at BRAVE CF 90, Smakici showcased his complete MMA skills, securing a dominant stoppage win that solidified his place in the Heavyweight title conversation.
The Fight
Smakici entered the cage against Robert Maruszak from Poland with one goal in mind: victory. The fight kicked off with Smakici landing heavy shots early in the first round. Despite Maruszak’s resilience, Smakici’s power was evident, and the Polish fighter struggled to keep up with the relentless offense.
In the second round, Smakici’s attack reached its peak. After a brutal punch, Maruszak twisted his ankle and could not continue, leading to a stoppage win for Smakici. With the victory, Smakici improved his MMA record to 2-1, with both wins coming by finish.
Post-Fight Callout
After his impressive win, Smakici immediately called out Pavel Dailidko, the newly crowned BRAVE CF Heavyweight Champion. Smakici made it clear he wants the title and is ready to challenge for it, promising an exciting matchup in the future.
The Heavyweight Division Heats Up
With this victory, Smakici is now on a two-fight win streak, both by finish. His arrival in the BRAVE CF Heavyweight division adds another layer of intrigue, with a stacked roster of fighters vying for the top spot. Along with Pavel Dailidko, the division includes notable names like Miha Frlic, Valdrin Istrefi, and Rasul Magomedov, a world champion in the amateur ranks.
The BRAVE CF Heavyweight division is now shaping up to be one of the most competitive in the organization, and as the year draws to a close, all eyes will be on the December events, BRAVE CF 91 and BRAVE CF 92 in Bahrain. Smakici, with his eye on the title, is a name that fans will be watching closely in the coming months.
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