Krzysztof Jotko Wins Middleweight Title at Oktagon 82
Krzysztof Jotko has emerged as the champion of the middleweight division at Oktagon 82. The event took place in the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf, Germany, attracting a crowd of around 15,000 fans. Jotko, a seasoned veteran of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, faced Kerim Engizek, who had previously enjoyed a remarkable winning streak.
Krzysztof Jotko Claims Middleweight Title
During an exhilarating match lasting just over three minutes, Jotko (29-6, 1 NC) showcased his grappling skills. He quickly took control of Engizek (24-5), utilizing a rear-naked choke to secure victory. Engizek struggled to engage during the bout, attempting only one half-hearted takedown.
Jotko’s win halted Engizek’s impressive 10-year, 17-fight winning streak. This victory marked Jotko’s first submission win since 2012, earning him a prize of 300,000 euros. As confetti rained down in the arena, Jotko celebrated with his American Top Team colleagues and hinted at the possibility of a rematch, noting Engizek’s pre-fight injury.
Additional Fights at Oktagon 82
- Gjoni Palokaj: The featherweight contender maintained his perfect scorecard record, defeating James Hendin (10-4) with unanimous 30-27 scores across all judges.
- Karol Rysavy: Rysavy (15-10) submitted Deniz Ilbay (8-3) with a guillotine choke at 3:49 of the first round, marking a comeback after recent losses.
- Tamerlan Dulatov: Dulatov (4-0) won decisively against Stefan Koncar (4-1) with a series of submissions, culminating in an armbar at 4:46 of Round 1.
- David Zawada: Zawada (20-12) secured a victory over Daniel Ligocki (5-3) in a closely contested match, ending a three-fight skid.
- Zafar Mohsen: Mohsen (14-4, 1 NC) won against Samuel Bark by unanimous decision in the prelim headliner, with cards reading 29-28, 29-28, and 30-27.
Oktagon 82 delivered exciting bouts and showcased remarkable talent across divisions. The event concluded with Jotko’s commanding performance and raised expectations for future matches.
