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At OKTAGON 77 in Bratislava, Kerim Engizek isn’t just chasing another win. He’s chasing history. The German-Turkish powerhouse headlines the card in the Tipsport Gamechanger semifinal, and his words reveal a fighter who has stripped everything down to clarity and intent.
“In a tournament, you work step by step toward a bigger goal,” Engizek told MMA Sucka. “Every win matters because it brings you closer to the final, but for me, each fight is still an individual step that I approach with full focus, even though the overall situation is obviously a special one.”
That balance — seeing the big picture without losing sight of the immediate task — defines Engizek’s mindset. He carries a 23-4 record built on highlight-reel stoppages heading into OKTAGON 77, but what makes him dangerous is not just the power in his hands. It’s the discipline in his approach.
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Facing a Knockout Artist in OKTAGON 77
Across from him in Bratislava stands Dominik Humburger, an 11-2 middleweight who has ended nine opponents by knockout. Humburger throws heavy, often ending fights before strategy can unfold. Fighters studying him see risk written in every exchange.
Engizek, however, refuses to build his preparation around fear.
“I’ve prepared intensively in all areas, worked with world-class training partners, and I’m ready for whatever can happen inside the cage without focusing too much on one opponent,” he said.
That sentence says as much about Engizek’s philosophy as it does about his camp. He’s not over-adjusting for Humburger. He’s sharpening everything: striking, grappling, composure under fire. The message is simple — wherever the fight goes, he’s already rehearsed it.
Silence Speaks Louder Than Predictions for OKTAGON 77
Ask most headliners how their fight will end, and you’ll get bold declarations, detailed scenarios, sometimes even promises. Engizek gives none of that ahead of OKTAGON 77.
“I won’t say anything about the outcome, but those who know me know what usually happens,” he said.
It’s a statement soaked in menace. Engizek doesn’t need to sell the finish. His record does the talking: 20 of his 23 wins have come inside the distance. Fans expecting violence have history on their side.
OKTAGON’s Expanding Spotlight Grows with OKTAGON 77
For OKTAGON 77, the stage is enormous. The Bratislava crowd will be loud, and the global audience will be tuned in. Engizek’s place at the top of the bill signals the promotion’s faith in his ability to deliver drama and stakes at the highest level.
The semifinal format adds an extra layer. Every strike matters not just for tonight, but for the trajectory of the tournament. Win here, and Engizek steps into the final with momentum. Lose, and the run ends instantly. That razor edge is what makes tournament fighting different: the margin of error shrinks, and the pressure multiplies.
For Engizek, though, pressure isn’t a burden. It’s fuel.
Step by Step — Toward the Finish
What Engizek revealed in these answers is a mindset forged by years in Europe’s toughest cages: clear, pragmatic, and quietly ruthless. Humburger brings danger, but Engizek arrives with an arsenal built on more than power.
At OKTAGON 77, the crowd will roar for action. Engizek won’t promise anything. He doesn’t need to. Those who know him, as he said, already expect how this story usually ends.
When and Where to Watch OKTAGON 77
Date: October 4, 2025
Time: Main card begins 18:00 CEST (Bratislava local time)
Venue: TIPOS Arena (Zimný štadión Ondreja Nepelu), Bratislava
How to Watch OKTAGON 77
Fans worldwide can stream the card live via pay-per-view on OKTAGON.tv. Local broadcast partners in select European countries will also carry the event.
Tickets:
Tickets are available through Ticketportal.sk, with pricing tiers and seating options listed.
Reporting Note
This interview with Kerim Engizek was conducted via written email correspondence.