On May 17, 2025, Plovdiv, Bulgaria, will become the epicenter of the global combat sports scene. The city’s legendary Ancient Theatre will set the stage for SENSHI 26 GLADIATORS, an international fight gala promising a night of electrifying action. The event will feature 12 dynamic bouts, showcasing 24 fighters from 16 countries across 4 continents. With a range of martial arts styles in play, fans can look forward to intense clashes and world-class performances.
A standout element of SENSHI 26 will be the presence of four top-tier Brazilian fighters, bringing South American heat, passion, and power to this historic venue.
Victor Xavier – Champion of the KWU SENSHI Amateur World Cup 2024 and SENSHI Cup 2019, Xavier boasts several international titles. He’ll renew his rivalry with Alisher Karmenov (Kazakhstan) in a highly anticipated rematch in the -70 kg division under KWU SENSHI rules, marking their third encounter.
Joilton Lutterbach – Making his SENSHI debut, Lutterbach is a seasoned fighter with three world kickboxing titles. He’ll face Swiss newcomer Ulric Bokeme in the -85 kg category under KWU FULL CONTACT rules, promising a hard-hitting showdown.
Callyu Gibrainn – Another fresh face at SENSHI, Gibrainn brings an impressive resume, including championships in RISE 160, RISE Eldorado 2022, and Fight Dragon Japan 2022. He steps into the +95 kg heavyweight division to take on Arend van Montfoort (Netherlands) under KWU FULL CONTACT rules.
Flavio Pina – Winner of ABCF 25 and 26 and Pit Bull Fight Championship 64, Pina will also debut at SENSHI, facing Bulgarian MMA fighter Vladislav Kanchev in the -80 kg category under KWU OPEN rules.
Each of these Brazilian athletes will demonstrate the explosive skill, relentless drive, and combat heritage of their homeland on the SENSHI 26 platform.
Gates at the Ancient Theatre of Plovdiv will open at 6:00 PM EET, with the event and live broadcast kicking off at 7:00 PM. Please note: the entrance from Tsar Boris III Obedinitel Blvd. will be closed during the event.
The SENSHI 26 is organized in cooperation with the KWU International Professional League, as well as with the special support of Armeec Insurance Company, MAX Sport, Bulgaria Air, M Car Group – BMW dealer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Service and St. St. Constantine and Helena Holding. The media partners of SENSHI 26 are Boec.BG and Boec.COM, Bulgaria ON AIR, MAX Sport, the American online combat sports television TrillerTV, Dir.bg, Kwunion.com, Kyokushin Karate News, Fighto.News and Novinata.bg.
