Constantin Rusu vs Florin Lambagiu: From SENSHI 30 Grand Prix Clash to DFS 30 Rematch

On February 28, 2026, the anniversary event SENSHI 30 Grand Prix in Varna, Bulgaria brought together top fighters in the first-ever SENSHI Grand Prix tournament in the 75 kg division. Among the key matchups of the tournament was the qualifying bout between Constantin Rusu and Florin Lambagiu.

The two experienced strikers delivered a competitive three-round fight inside the ring at the Palace of Culture and Sports. After a tactical and intense contest, Rusu secured the victory by unanimous decision, advancing further in the SENSHI Grand Prix bracket. The bout became one of the notable matchups of the anniversary fight card, highlighting the competitive level of the international tournament.

DFS 30 Rematch Set for Bucharest

Just over a month later, the two fighters will meet again in what promises to be a high-stakes rematch. On April 3, 2026, they are scheduled to face each other at Dynamite Fighting Show 30, which will take place at the Polivalent Hall in Bucharest, Romania.

The event marks the 30th anniversary of the Dynamite Fighting Show promotion and will feature a prestigious K-1 World MAX 70 kg tournament. Eight fighters will compete in the bracket, with the winner earning automatic qualification for the K-1 World MAX Final 16 in Tokyo.

A Rivalry Renewed

The upcoming clash between Lambagiu and Rusu adds extra intrigue to the DFS 30 lineup. The fighters have already shared the ring more than once in their careers. Their first encounter took place five years ago, when Rusu secured the victory, and their most recent meeting occurred during the SENSHI 30 Grand Prix qualifying stage in Varna.

Now, with the stakes even higher and a place in the K-1 World MAX tournament structure on the line, their third meeting is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated fights of the Bucharest event. Fans can expect another intense battle as the two experienced kickboxers look to settle their rivalry once again — this time on the DFS stage.