The SENSHI 17 delivered an unforgettable evening of intense combat and exceptional martial arts displays on June 8. The event featured 18 thrilling bouts, where elite fighters showcased their sportsmanship and extraordinary mastery in the arena, leaving the audience in awe.
With 36 competitors from over 19 countries, the SENSHI arena became a battleground for a variety of martial arts disciplines, including Kyokushin, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and MMA. The fighters demonstrated their skills and determination, living up to their reputations and successfully defending their well-earned titles. Martial arts fans were treated to an outstanding showcase of talent and combat prowess.
SENSHI 17 Results:
Fight #1 -60 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Luvita Gutierrez (Spain) defeated Montana Aerts (Netherlands) via unanimous decision.
Fight #2 -65 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Alisher Karmenov (Kazakhstan) defeated Vincenzo Aldomnes (Italy) via unanimous decision.
Fight #3 -70 kg, KWU Open Rules
Delyan Georgiev (Bulgaria) defeated Luis Gustavo (Brazil) via unanimous decision.
Fight #4 -70 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Marcio Jesus (Brazil) defeated Takuya Imamura (Japan) via unanimous decision.
Fight #5 -70 kg, KWU SENSHI Rules
Alessio Malatesta (Italy) defeated Jose Maria Quevedo (Spain) via unanimous decision.
Fight #6 -75 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Mubariz Aghamaliyev (Azerbaijan) defeated Filip Bienias (Poland) via 1st-round knockout.
Fight #7 -75 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Mihail Velchovski (Bulgaria) defeated Fernando Martin (Spain) via unanimous decision.
Fight #8 -80 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Dani Traore (Germany) defeated Dominik Bereczki (Hungary) via split decision.
Fight #9 -80 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Mehdi Ait El Hadj (Morocco) defeated Florin Lambagiu (Romania) via unanimous decision.
Fight #10 -80 kg, KWU Open Rules
Bozhidar Ivanov (Bulgaria) defeated Kevin Ruart (France) via unanimous decision.
Fight #11 -95 kg, KWU SENSHI Rules
Jacub Klauda (Czech Republic) defeated Muammer Can Şahin (Turkey) via unanimous decision.
Fight #12 +95 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Bruno Suzano (Portugal) defeated Abdarhmane Coulibaly (France) via unanimous decision.
Fight #13 +95 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Nenad Cosic (Germany) defeated Miroslav Vujovic (Montenegro) via split decision.
Fight #14 -80 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Teodor Hristov (Bulgaria) defeated Eddy Ruiz (Spain) via unanimous decision.
Fight #15 -70 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules
Samo Petje (Slovenia) defeated Bruno Gazani (Brazil) via split decision.
Fight #16 -70 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules – European Title
Dragomir Petrov (Bulgaria) defeated Yu Hirono (Japan) via unanimous decision.
Fight #17 -75 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules – European Title
Atanas Bozhilov (Bulgaria) defeated Adolfo Barao (Portugal) via unanimous decision.
Fight #18 -85 kg, KWU Full Contact Rules – European Title
Aleksandar Petrov (Bulgaria) defeated Ali El Ameri (Morocco) via unanimous decision.
Three European titles were brought home to Bulgaria in this incredible display of martial arts skill and determination!
SENSHI 17 special prizes:
The special award “Knockout of the Night” was won by Mubariz Aghmaliyev, and Montana Aerts grabbed the award for the “Fighting Spirit” for the night from the Netherlands. The “Best Technique” award at SENSHI 17 went to Yu Hirono from Japan.
SENSHI 17 legends guests
The SENSHI 17 fighting gala night was graced by an extraordinary lineup of martial arts legends and icons, adding prestige to the event. Among the special guests were the world-renowned masters Shihan Akira Masuda, Shihan Francisco Filho, Shihan Ryu Narushima, and Shihan Glaube Feitosa. Joining them were Shihan Semmy Schilt, Nicholas Pettas, and other prominent names in the combat sports world. K-1 world heavyweight champions Ernesto Hoost, Peter Aerts, and Sam Greco, alongside the first "K-1 Max" champion Albert Kraus, lent their expertise as commentators and referees, ensuring an unforgettable evening of titanic clashes.
Another distinguished guest of SENSHI 17 was Takashi Ito, the WMAF Super Welterweight Kickboxing Champion and CEO of Japan’s leading promotion, R.I.S.E. Known for delivering thrilling entertainment, R.I.S.E. has become one of the most popular kickboxing promotions in Japan, cementing its place as a powerhouse in the sport.
The spectacular SENSHI 17 gala was broadcast live on Bulgaria ON AIR and Max Sport in Bulgaria and reached a global audience via American television FITE, Senshi.com, Boec.bg, Boec.com, Kwunion.com, Sportextra.ro, Tvarenasport.com, and Kyokushinkarate.news.
SENSHI Gala is organized in cooperation with the Professional League of the Kyokushin World Union (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.
SENSHI Gala media partners are Boec.BG and Boec.COM, the national television Bulgaria ON AIR, the American online martial arts television FITE, Gol.bg, Topsport.bg, Kwunion.com, the information portal Kyokushin Karate News, Fighto.News and Novinata.bg.
