Among Mariusz Pudzianowski`s extensive list of significant finishes in mixed martial arts, his encounter with `Bombardier` in 2021 arguably stands out as his most memorable.
The five-time World`s Strongest Man champion is currently preparing to face Eddie Hall this Saturday night at KSW 105 in Gliwice, Poland. Pudzianowski will be giving up a considerable size advantage against Hall, who is expected to weigh over 340lb after cutting around 30lb.
However, the last time he stepped into the cage against an opponent of significantly greater size, the outcome was unfavorable for the Senegalese powerhouse Seigne Ousmane Dia, known as `Bombardier`. Despite holding a 2-0 professional record with both victories coming within the first round, `Bombardier` was swiftly overcome by `Pudzian`.
Mariusz Pudzianowski Delivered an 18-Second Knockout Against the 326lb `Bombardier`
The lead-up to their clash at KSW 64 was marked by a bitter feud and exchange of words between `Bombardier` and the five-time World`s Strongest Man winner, Mariusz Pudzianowski, setting the stage for an intense beginning to their fight.
Their bout was originally scheduled for earlier that year, making it all the way to fight night before Ousmane was forced to withdraw due to an appendicitis flare-up. He subsequently faced Mikola Milanovic, who was making his professional debut, and defeated him in just two minutes.
At the weigh-ins for their rescheduled fight, there was a massive 67lb weight disparity between Pudzianowski and Ousmane. However, this size difference ultimately proved insignificant once the fight commenced.
The Senegalese fighter immediately attacked with powerful haymakers, showing little caution. But it was the more seasoned Pudzianowski who managed to find his range effectively, landing leg kicks and clean combinations.
He eventually connected with a precise right hand directly to the chin, instantly rendering his opponent unconscious and prompting the referee to intervene and stop the fight.
Mariusz Pudzianowski Gears Up to Face Eddie Hall at KSW 105
For the first time since that remarkable evening in Lodz at the Atlas Arena, Pudzianowski will once again confront the challenge posed by an opponent significantly larger than himself. The combined weight of `Pudzian` and Hall is anticipated to exceed 600lb, with a potential weight difference reaching up to 80lb.
The weigh-in is scheduled for Friday, following an somewhat awkward initial meeting at their launch press conference last month. The fight is set for two rounds of four minutes, featuring slightly adjusted rules to account for the Brit`s limited experience in mixed martial arts.
Hall has competed in the cage previously in an unusual 2-on-1 `Freak Fight`, where he managed to knock out two featherweight brothers simultaneously. He also participated in a boxing match against fellow former World`s Strongest Man, Thor Bjornsson, which he lost by decision.
