The KLAN bare‑knuckle fighting night, held on March 7, 2026, in Kyiv, changed in an instant. Thousands of spectators had barely settled into the intensity of the first round when Turkmen fighter Halymov Babageldi demonstrated just how dangerous his power can be.
Only 2 minutes and 03 seconds after the start of the fight, Babageldi delivered such a powerful and precise strike that his opponent, Brazilian fighter Matheus Cruz, collapsed to the canvas, and the bout was immediately stopped.
At that moment, the arena erupted with a single reaction — astonishment, loud cheers, and disbelief. Commentators instantly exclaimed: “That was the most powerful knockout of the night!”
The Turkmen athlete’s victory stood out not only for its speed but also for his psychological readiness, composure, and ability to read his opponent’s movements in advance.
After the fight, Halymov addressed the audience: “I dedicate this victory to my late brother Atageldi and his three‑year‑old daughter Gülaýym,” he said. Then, looking directly into the TV camera, he added: “Gulayym, my dear, I will do everything for you,” sending a heartfelt message back to Turkmenistan.
Such a swift and spectacular victory further strengthened his reputation on the international stage.
Organizers called this bout “one of the brightest and most unforgettable fights of the 13th season.”
«THE ASHGABAT TIMES».
