FNC Knockout for the history books! Đurđev claimed victory 14 seconds before the end, and Bažant returned to winning ways

Behind us are 11 incredible fights, and one thing is certain – with FNC Knockout, a new era of MMA in the Balkans has begun! We saw it all: from quick knockouts to submissions and judge's decisions, the Medulin spectacle thrilled everyone. The most dramatic moment came in the main event, where Nikola Đurđev (27, 6-3), after losing the first two rounds to Stipe 'Checkmate' Brčić (32, 11-5), pulled off a stunning comeback with his signature buggy choke just 14 seconds before the final bell.

The co-main event was just as thrilling, as former featherweight champion Daniel Bažant (33, 8-7) made a triumphant return to the FNC cage, knocking out Uroš Vesić (28, 4-5) in the second round. Another great three-round battle saw Ilija Brkan (24, 4-3) outpoint Anže Vujčić (32, 1-4) via unanimous decision.

Rok Krušić (25, 6-3) returned to the FNC cage after six years and secured a brilliant submission win over Fight of Nations finalist Vojo Katanović (23, 4-6). Nezir Seferović (27, 3-0) also impressed with a strong three-round performance against British fighter Randy Mboyo (32, 2-2). The night started strong for the home fighters as Sara Luzar Smajić (29, 5-3) won a hard-fought decision against Annabruna Radoš (33, 3-4).

The middleweight bout also went to the judges, with Nemanja Dojčinović (31, 3-0-1) earning a unanimous decision win over Sašo Klinc (34, 0-1) after previously recording the first draw in FNC history. Abdul Samed Hakić (25, 1-2) unfortunately suffered a shoulder injury, allowing Gaj Muršec (24, 2-1) to win via first-round TKO. In the prelims, Petar Blagojević (25, 1-0) made a successful pro debut by knocking out Luca Mele (26, 2-1) in the first round.

Ramiz Lupić (27, 1-1) survived an early knockdown and then secured a submission win over Jovan 'Cole' Kandić (24, 5-7). The evening opened with Akhmed Kagirov (28, 1-0), who earned a unanimous decision victory over Ruan Bremer (26, 1-3).