Oktagon 87 marked a significant return to Liberec, Czech Republic, for the promotion, with a night filled with decisive finishes. Eight out of eleven bouts concluded before the judges’ scorecards were needed. The event culminated in a historic moment as the organization crowned its first-ever female double champion.
In the highly anticipated main event, undefeated Lucia Szabová (11-0) achieved a remarkable feat by stopping Leidiane Fernandes (7-3) via strikes in the third round. This victory not only secured the vacant flyweight title for Szabová but also solidified her status as a double champion. While Fernandes came out aggressively, Szabová’s precise and effective striking proved decisive. Szabová showcased superior grappling, transitioning to mount and delivering a barrage of strikes. Following her victory, Szabová expressed her desire to face Lucie Pudilová in a long-awaited bout.
The middleweight co-main event saw Dominik Humburger (12-3) earn a unanimous decision win over Zebaztian Kadestam (15-9). Humburger, fighting in front of his hometown crowd, utilized the energy of the spectators to land the more significant strikes. Kadestam demonstrated considerable toughness, but Humburger’s power ultimately secured him the victory.
In a thrilling featherweight contest, Radek Roušal (7-2) delivered a devastating knockout victory over Samuel Bark (13-4) in the first round. Roušal’s recent improvements have been evident, positioning him as a contender in the division. Additionally, in a special STAND and BANG welterweight bout, Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship star Josef Hála secured a knockout win against Tomáš Mudroch.
Other notable results included Mileide Simplicio (7-3) submitting UFC veteran Josefine Knutsson (8-2) in the first round at strawweight, and Liam Pitts (4-0) continuing his undefeated streak with a submission victory over Kacper Matyszewski in a catchweight bout.
Oktagon 87 Results Summary:
Main Card
Main Event: Vacant Flyweight Title
Lucia Szabová defeated Leidiane Fernandes by TKO (punches and elbows) at 2:12 of round three.
Co-Main Event: Middleweight
Dominik Humburger defeated Zebaztian Kadestam by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-27).
Featherweight
Radek Roušal defeated Samuel Bark 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 defeated Vladimír Lengál by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
Catchweight (75kg/165lbs)
Jan Malach defeated Stefan Končar by TKO (knee and punches) at 1:58 of round three.
Preliminary Card
Light Heavyweight
Vojtech Garba defeated Mateusz Strzelczyk by TKO (punches) at 3:48 of round one.
Featherweight
Václav Štěpán defeated Firas Daud by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28).
Strawweight
Mileide Simplicio defeated Josefine Knutsson by submission (rear naked choke) at 4:55 of round one.
Catchweight (63.5kg/140lbs)
Liam Pitts defeated Kacper Matyszewski by submission (rear naked choke) at 3:52 of round one.
Lightweight
Alex Hutyra defeated Umut Birdal by submission (rear naked choke) at 3:44 of round two.
