Slovenian MMA star Monika “The Pitbull” Kučinič sent a powerful message to the world at BRAVE CF 96, defeating Sofiia Bagishvili with a dominant TKO victory in the second round of their highly anticipated strawweight rematch. The fight took place at Ljubljana’s Hala Tivoli, with Kučinič backed by an electric home crowd.

After a hard-fought first encounter between the two fighters, which ended in a decision loss for Kučinič, the Slovenian fighter was determined to leave no doubt this time. She made it clear from the opening bell that she wasn’t going to let the judges decide the outcome. Her aggression, cage control, and precise striking were on full display as she overwhelmed Bagishvili throughout the fight.

A Mission from the Start

Right from the beginning, Monika Kučinič fought with calculated aggression, continuously pressuring Bagishvili and controlling the cage with sharp movement and clean strikes. Kučinič showed maturity in her approach, staying patient while steadily building momentum. As the rounds progressed, it became clear that the Slovenian fighter was in control, consistently winning exchanges and making her opponent fight at her pace.

Kučinič, known for her relentless fighting style, didn’t waste any time taking the fight to Bagishvili. While staying poised under pressure, she landed several strikes that pushed Bagishvili back, demonstrating her ability to dictate the pace of the bout.

The Final Moment: A Liver Shot That Sealed the Win

In the third round, Kučinič found her opening. With a perfectly timed liver shot that visibly staggered Bagishvili, Monika knew the finish was near. As Bagishvili collapsed to the canvas, Kučinič capitalized on the moment, quickly pouncing and forcing the referee to step in at 4:55 of Round 3 to call for a TKO victory.

This win not only avenged Kučinič’s earlier loss to Bagishvili but also marked the most dominant performance of her career. The victory solidified Kučinič’s reputation as one of BRAVE CF’s most dangerous and exciting rising strawweights.

Looking Ahead: A Title Run in Slovenia

With the win, Monika Kučinič is now firmly positioned as a top contender in the BRAVE CF strawweight division, and hopes of a title run in her home country are on the rise. The victory in front of her hometown fans was the perfect way to showcase her skills, and she has now set her sights on the BRAVE CF title.

This performance will surely make Kučinič a fighter to watch as she climbs the ranks of the BRAVE CF strawweight division, and fans in Slovenia are eagerly anticipating her next step toward the championship. If this fight is any indication, Monika “The Pitbull” Kučinič is a force to be reckoned with.