One of the biggest fight cards in combat sports, literally, heads to the Netherlands as GLORY starts the "Last Heavyweight Standing" tournament at GLORY 99.
Five preliminary bouts in the Glory Kickboxing Heavyweight Last Man Standing tournament precede an 11-fight main card on Saturday at the Rotterdam Ahoy in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Thirty-two fighters face off in 16 fights in one night, with the top matchup on the undercard pitting Yuri Farcas (0-2) against Iraj Azizpour (8-4, 4 KOs). It is the Glory debut for both fighters, with Azizpour coming off a first-round stoppage of Georgios Biniares at SENSHI 21 in Varna, Bulgaria, on April 20. Farcas’ last bout was on June 29 at OKTAGON TSUNAMI in Rome, where he was stopped in the first round by Bruno Suzano. All the fights are scheduled for three rounds of three minutes each.
Asdren Gashi (4-1, 2 KOs) has won his last four bouts heading into his first-round match with Nidal Bchiri (4-5, 1 KO). Gashi scored a unanminous decision over Colin George at Glory 96 in Rotterdam on Oct. 12 while Bchiri, who is making his Glory debut, was stopped in the second round by Giannis Stoforidis at SENSHI 24 in Varna, Bulgaria, on Dec. 7.
Another first-round battle pits Miroslav Vujović (2-4) against George (2-2, 1 KO). Vujović has won his last two fights and is making his Glory debut after taking a unanimous decision from Tomasz Sarara at Strike King 4 in Trzebnica, Poland, on Feb. 1. George lost his Glory debut to Bchiri in October.
The other two preliminary bouts feature Nathan Cook (debut) against Anis Bouzid (1-1) and Petr Romankevich (4-3) against Luijg Gashi (0-1) as both make their Glory debuts on Saturday
GLORY 99, the highly anticipated heavyweight tournament branded as "Last Heavyweight Standing," will take place on April 5 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This pay-per-view event, available on DAZN, will feature 32 heavyweights competing for the title of the best heavyweight in the world, with Jamal Ben Saddik and Cristian Ristea headlining the card. The event is promoted as the largest heavyweight tournament in combat sports history. Fans can tune in starting at 12 p.m. ET, with the main event expected around 6 p.m. ET.
By the Numbers
GLORY 99 features 32 competitors, the largest heavyweight tournament ever.
Jamal Ben Saddik has a record of 37 wins and 9 losses, while Cristian Ristea stands at 44 wins and 25 losses.
State of Play
GLORY 99 is the first of five events aimed to crown the top heavyweight.
The tournament includes notable fighters like Tariq Osaro and Bahram Rajabzadeh, increasing competitive stakes.
What's Next
As the tournament unfolds, fans can expect thrilling matchups and potential upsets. The outcomes could shape future rankings and opportunities for the fighters as they vie for global recognition in heavyweight combat sports.
Bottom Line
GLORY 99 is set to be a landmark event in the world of combat sports, showcasing elite heavyweight talent. It's a must-watch for fight fans, as it not only features high-stakes competition but also highlights the ongoing evolution of heavyweight fighting.
The stage is set for GLORY 99, where 32 of the world’s most dangerous heavyweight kickboxers will battle for supremacy in the largest tournament in combat sports history, live on DAZN.
This five-event Grand Prix promises fireworks with a mix of seasoned veterans, breakout stars, and young talents looking to make their mark in kickboxing history.
GLORY Kickboxing is set to launch its boldest endeavour yet, the Last Heavyweight Standing tournament. Hosted at Rotterdam Ahoy in the Netherlands, this historic event will feature 32 of the world’s most dangerous heavyweights battling in 16 fights across one night.
Catch all the action on DAZN PPV worldwide, but free-to-air in the Netherlands, and witness the opening round of a year-long tournament that promises to redefine kickboxing history.
Here’s a breakdown of the key matchups on April 5 at GLORY 99.
Here’s how to watch GLORY 99, including live stream options, start time, and more.
WATCH: GLORY 99, live on DAZN
Where to watch GLORY 99
Live Stream: DAZN
PPV Price: $14 | £14.99
GLORY 99 is set to stream live on DAZN as a pay-per-view event across the globe. The cost is £14.99 in the UK and $14.00 in the US and other regions. Click here to find out the price in your country.
DAZN is the leading destination for combat sports, showcasing more than 185 fights annually across boxing, MMA, kickboxing, and more.
GLORY 99 start time
Date: Saturday, April 5
Time: 12 p.m. ET | 9 a.m. PT | 4 p.m. GMT | 3 a.m. AEDT
Main event start time (approx.): 6 p.m. ET | 3 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. GMT | 9 a.m. AEDT
Location: Rotterdam Ahoy - Rotterdam, Netherlands
GLORY 99 is in the Rotterdam Ahoy on April 5. The event airs around 12 p.m. ET. The main event should begin around 6 p.m. ET, depending on how long the undercard fights last.
GLORY is dubbing the "Last Heavyweight Standing" event "the biggest heavyweight tournament in the history of combat sports." Thirty-two heavyweights from around the world compete in the tournament.
The event is the first of five to determine the best heavyweight in the world.
"GLORY is the only place in the world where you could see 32 of the baddest heavyweights on the planet put it all on the line in the 'Last Heavyweight Standing' tournament, the biggest of its kind in combat sports history," said Marshal Zelaznik, GLORY CEO. "… The tournament brings excitement for fight fans globally and a career-defining opportunity for the fighters. This will be a true test of the fighter's heart & spirit."
WATCH: GLORY 99, live on DAZN
The main event will see Jamal Ben Saddik vs. Cristian Ristea. Ben Saddik (37-9) is a two-time GLORY heavyweight champion. He is used to tournaments, having won the 2018 GLORY Heavyweight Grand Prix. The 34-year-old is controversial, having failed multiple drug tests during his time with GLORY.
Ristea (44-25) is the current Golden Fighter Championship heavyweight champion. The Romanian has 13 wins via knockout.
Other fighters on the card include former interim GLORY heavyweight champion Tariq Osaro (26-4-1), multi-time Grand Prix competitor Bahram Rajabzadeh (70-4), and Rade Opacic (21-6), making his GLORY debut.
GLORY 99 fight card
Jamal Ben Saddik vs. Cristian Ristea; Heavyweights
Tariq Osaro vs. Benjamin Adegbuyi; Heavyweights
Brian Douwes vs. Bahram Rajabzadeh; Heavyweights
Rade Opacic vs. Nico Pereira Horta; Heavyweights
Nabil Khachab vs. Milos Cvjeticanin; Heavyweights
Sofian Laidouni vs. Oleg Pryimachov; Heavyweights
Asadulla Nasipov vs Murat Aygün; Heavyweights
Nicolas Wamba vs. Mory Kromah; Heavyweights
Sina Karimian vs. Tomas Mozny; Heavyweights
Alin Nechita vs. Ahmed Krnjic; Heavyweights
Ionut Iancu vs. Cihad Kepenek; Heavyweights
Yuri Farcas vs. Iraj Azizpour; Heavyweights
Asdren Gashi vs. Nidal Bchiri; Heavyweights
Miroslav Vujovic vs. Colin George; Heavyweights
Nathan Cook vs. Anis Bouzid; Heavyweights
Petr Romankevich vs. Luigj Gashi; Heavyweights
Five preliminary bouts in the Glory Kickboxing Heavyweight Last Man Standing tournament precede an 11-fight main card on Saturday at the Rotterdam Ahoy in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Thirty-two fighters face off in 16 fights in one night, with the top matchup on the undercard pitting Yuri Farcas (0-2) against Iraj Azizpour (8-4, 4 KOs). It is the Glory debut for both fighters, with Azizpour coming off a first-round stoppage of Georgios Biniares at SENSHI 21 in Varna, Bulgaria, on April 20. Farcas’ last bout was on June 29 at OKTAGON TSUNAMI in Rome, where he was stopped in the first round by Bruno Suzano. All the fights are scheduled for three rounds of three minutes each.
Asdren Gashi (4-1, 2 KOs) has won his last four bouts heading into his first-round match with Nidal Bchiri (4-5, 1 KO). Gashi scored a unanminous decision over Colin George at Glory 96 in Rotterdam on Oct. 12 while Bchiri, who is making his Glory debut, was stopped in the second round by Giannis Stoforidis at SENSHI 24 in Varna, Bulgaria, on Dec. 7.
Another first-round battle pits Miroslav Vujović (2-4) against George (2-2, 1 KO). Vujović has won his last two fights and is making his Glory debut after taking a unanimous decision from Tomasz Sarara at Strike King 4 in Trzebnica, Poland, on Feb. 1. George lost his Glory debut to Bchiri in October.
The other two preliminary bouts feature Nathan Cook (debut) against Anis Bouzid (1-1) and Petr Romankevich (4-3) against Luijg Gashi (0-1) as both make their Glory debuts on Saturday
GLORY 99, the highly anticipated heavyweight tournament branded as "Last Heavyweight Standing," will take place on April 5 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This pay-per-view event, available on DAZN, will feature 32 heavyweights competing for the title of the best heavyweight in the world, with Jamal Ben Saddik and Cristian Ristea headlining the card. The event is promoted as the largest heavyweight tournament in combat sports history. Fans can tune in starting at 12 p.m. ET, with the main event expected around 6 p.m. ET.
By the Numbers
GLORY 99 features 32 competitors, the largest heavyweight tournament ever.
Jamal Ben Saddik has a record of 37 wins and 9 losses, while Cristian Ristea stands at 44 wins and 25 losses.
State of Play
GLORY 99 is the first of five events aimed to crown the top heavyweight.
The tournament includes notable fighters like Tariq Osaro and Bahram Rajabzadeh, increasing competitive stakes.
What's Next
As the tournament unfolds, fans can expect thrilling matchups and potential upsets. The outcomes could shape future rankings and opportunities for the fighters as they vie for global recognition in heavyweight combat sports.
Bottom Line
GLORY 99 is set to be a landmark event in the world of combat sports, showcasing elite heavyweight talent. It's a must-watch for fight fans, as it not only features high-stakes competition but also highlights the ongoing evolution of heavyweight fighting.
The stage is set for GLORY 99, where 32 of the world’s most dangerous heavyweight kickboxers will battle for supremacy in the largest tournament in combat sports history, live on DAZN.
This five-event Grand Prix promises fireworks with a mix of seasoned veterans, breakout stars, and young talents looking to make their mark in kickboxing history.
GLORY Kickboxing is set to launch its boldest endeavour yet, the Last Heavyweight Standing tournament. Hosted at Rotterdam Ahoy in the Netherlands, this historic event will feature 32 of the world’s most dangerous heavyweights battling in 16 fights across one night.
Catch all the action on DAZN PPV worldwide, but free-to-air in the Netherlands, and witness the opening round of a year-long tournament that promises to redefine kickboxing history.
Here’s a breakdown of the key matchups on April 5 at GLORY 99.
Here’s how to watch GLORY 99, including live stream options, start time, and more.
WATCH: GLORY 99, live on DAZN
Where to watch GLORY 99
Live Stream: DAZN
PPV Price: $14 | £14.99
GLORY 99 is set to stream live on DAZN as a pay-per-view event across the globe. The cost is £14.99 in the UK and $14.00 in the US and other regions. Click here to find out the price in your country.
DAZN is the leading destination for combat sports, showcasing more than 185 fights annually across boxing, MMA, kickboxing, and more.
GLORY 99 start time
Date: Saturday, April 5
Time: 12 p.m. ET | 9 a.m. PT | 4 p.m. GMT | 3 a.m. AEDT
Main event start time (approx.): 6 p.m. ET | 3 p.m. PT | 10 p.m. GMT | 9 a.m. AEDT
Location: Rotterdam Ahoy - Rotterdam, Netherlands
GLORY 99 is in the Rotterdam Ahoy on April 5. The event airs around 12 p.m. ET. The main event should begin around 6 p.m. ET, depending on how long the undercard fights last.
GLORY is dubbing the "Last Heavyweight Standing" event "the biggest heavyweight tournament in the history of combat sports." Thirty-two heavyweights from around the world compete in the tournament.
The event is the first of five to determine the best heavyweight in the world.
"GLORY is the only place in the world where you could see 32 of the baddest heavyweights on the planet put it all on the line in the 'Last Heavyweight Standing' tournament, the biggest of its kind in combat sports history," said Marshal Zelaznik, GLORY CEO. "… The tournament brings excitement for fight fans globally and a career-defining opportunity for the fighters. This will be a true test of the fighter's heart & spirit."
WATCH: GLORY 99, live on DAZN
The main event will see Jamal Ben Saddik vs. Cristian Ristea. Ben Saddik (37-9) is a two-time GLORY heavyweight champion. He is used to tournaments, having won the 2018 GLORY Heavyweight Grand Prix. The 34-year-old is controversial, having failed multiple drug tests during his time with GLORY.
Ristea (44-25) is the current Golden Fighter Championship heavyweight champion. The Romanian has 13 wins via knockout.
Other fighters on the card include former interim GLORY heavyweight champion Tariq Osaro (26-4-1), multi-time Grand Prix competitor Bahram Rajabzadeh (70-4), and Rade Opacic (21-6), making his GLORY debut.
GLORY 99 fight card
Jamal Ben Saddik vs. Cristian Ristea; Heavyweights
Tariq Osaro vs. Benjamin Adegbuyi; Heavyweights
Brian Douwes vs. Bahram Rajabzadeh; Heavyweights
Rade Opacic vs. Nico Pereira Horta; Heavyweights
Nabil Khachab vs. Milos Cvjeticanin; Heavyweights
Sofian Laidouni vs. Oleg Pryimachov; Heavyweights
Asadulla Nasipov vs Murat Aygün; Heavyweights
Nicolas Wamba vs. Mory Kromah; Heavyweights
Sina Karimian vs. Tomas Mozny; Heavyweights
Alin Nechita vs. Ahmed Krnjic; Heavyweights
Ionut Iancu vs. Cihad Kepenek; Heavyweights
Yuri Farcas vs. Iraj Azizpour; Heavyweights
Asdren Gashi vs. Nidal Bchiri; Heavyweights
Miroslav Vujovic vs. Colin George; Heavyweights
Nathan Cook vs. Anis Bouzid; Heavyweights
Petr Romankevich vs. Luigj Gashi; Heavyweights
