The 20th anniversary edition of the SENSHI International Fight Gala, held on February 24, 2024, in Varna, Bulgaria, was a night to remember. The Congress Hall of the Palace of Culture and Sports was packed with combat sports fans who were treated to 13 thrilling bouts featuring professional fighters from 15 countries. These athletes showcased remarkable skill, incredible drive, and determination, making this one of the most exciting editions of the SENSHI circuit to date.
From seasoned veterans to rising stars, each fighter stepped into the ring to battle for glory, competing under the KWU FULL CONTACT, KWU SENSHI, and KWU OPEN rules. Notable moments included Jivko Stoimenov’s swift knockout victory over Drame Cherif and an intense clash between Milos Cvjeticanin and Enrico Pellegrino that had fans on the edge of their seats.
SENSHI 20 Fight Gala Results:
Fight #1: -70 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Ognyan Mirchev (Bulgaria) vs. Uros Neskovic (Serbia) Winner: Ognyan Mirchev by decision
Fight #2: -70 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Konstantin Stoykov (Bulgaria) vs. Carlos Garcia (Spain) Winner: Konstantin Stoykov by decision
Fight #3: -70 kg KWU SENSHI Rules
Niall McGreevy (Ireland) vs. Marc Dass Rey (Spain) Winner: Marc Dass Rey by decision
Fight #4: -75 kg KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Atanas Bozhilov (Bulgaria) vs. James Lemarié (France) Winner: Atanas Bozhilov by decision
Fight #5: -70 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Gregoire Gottardi (France) vs. Manuel Pereira (Spain) Winner: Gregoire Gottardi by decision
Fight #6: -80 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
-70 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Dragomir Petrov (Bulgaria) vs. Marian Lapusneanu (Romania) Winner: Marian Lapusneanu by knockout (round 2)
Fight #7: -80 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Nikola Todorovic (Serbia) vs. Edon Agushi (Kosovo) Winner: Nikola Todorovic by knockout (round 3)
Fight #8: -85 kg KWU OPEN Rules
Jivko Stoimenov (Bulgaria) vs. Drame Cherif (Benin) Winner: Jivko Stoimenov by knockout (round 1)
Fight #9: -85 kg, KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Nikola Stosic (Serbia) vs. Loic Njeya (Cameroon) Winner: Loic Njeya by TKO (extra round)
Fight #10: -95 kg KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Oly Yves Roland (Côte d'Ivoire) vs. Jacub Klauda (Czech Republic) Winner: Jacub Klauda by TKO (round 3)
Fight #11: -95 kg KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Milos Cvjeticanin (Serbia) vs. Enrico Pellegrino (Italy) Winner: Milos Cvjeticanin by knockout (round 2)
Fight #12: +95 kg KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Asdren Gashi (Belgium) vs. Kadir Yildirim (Turkey) Winner: Asdren Gashi by knockout (last round)
Fight #13: +95 kg KWU FULL CONTACT Rules
Ahmed Krnjic (Bosnia and Herzegovina) vs. Florin Ivanoe (Romania Winner: Ahmed Krnjic by decision
SENSHI 20 Fight Gala special prizes:
As tradition dictates, the final moments of SENSHI were reserved for the presentation of special awards.
The "Best Technique" award at the SENSHI 20 gala went to Ahmed Krnjic.
The "Knockout of the Night" honor was rightfully claimed by Asdren Gashi.
"Fight Spirit" prize was awarded to Nikola Stosic.
Get ready for more thrilling action and incredible bouts at SENSHI 21, coming to the Palace of Culture and Sports in Varna, Bulgaria on April 20!
SENSHI Gala 20 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.
SENSHI Gala 20 media partners are Boec.BG and Boec.COM, the national television Bulgaria ON AIR, the American online martial arts television Triller, Gol.bg, Topsport.bg, Kwunion.com, the information portal KyokushinKarate.News, Fighto.News and Novinata.bg.
