2026年4月3日K-1 WORLD MAX 2026 in Bucharest – 战卡[赛后视频] DFS x K-1 | Apr 3

The qualifier will feature an eight-man one-day tournament, with the winner earning a place in the FINAL16 of K-1 WORLD MAX 2026, scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 12 at Yoyogi National Stadium Second Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan.文章源自武享吧-https://hula8.net/k1/76811.html

The fighters competing in the Romania qualifier are Calin Petrisor (Romania), Serhiy Adamchuk (Ukraine), Andrei Varga (Romania), Yildirim Oguz (Turkey), Albert Enache (Romania), Marek Pelcis (Latvia), Stefan Vranceanu (Romania), and Vitalie Matei (Moldova).文章源自武享吧-https://hula8.net/k1/76811.html

One of the fighters to watch is former GLORY Featherweight (-65kg) Champion and ISKA European K-1 Rules Super Welterweight (-70kg) Champion Serhiy Adamchuk.文章源自武享吧-https://hula8.net/k1/76811.html

Adamchuk first competed in K-1 in 2015, defeating Kazuya Akimoto by decision in the [K-1 WORLD GP Super Welterweight Championship Tournament Reserve Fight]. Since then, he has mainly competed in GLORY, where he scored a TKO victory over Abraham Vidales in 2019. In December 2022, he faced Kento Haraguchi, taking the fight to a decision. Now returning to K-1 after 11 years, Adamchuk will attempt to secure a place in the highly competitive 70kg FINAL16.

Another strong contender is 27-year-old Calin Petrisor, widely regarded as one of Romania’s top fighters. Petrisor holds the ISKA World Oriental Rules Super Welterweight (-70kg) title and the ISKA European K-1 Rules Super Welterweight (-70kg) title, and has a professional record of 41 wins (17 KOs) and 12 losses. In February 2024, he faced Kacper Muszynski, losing by decision. In his most recent bout in December last year, he defeated Vitalie Matei, who will also compete in this qualifier tournament.
Will the tournament come down to a showdown between Adamchuk and Petrisor, or will a dark horse emerge to claim the FINAL16 spot? The Romania qualifier promises intense action until the very end.
The tournament matchups and fighter profiles are listed below.

[Fighter Profiles]

Main Card

Preliminary Card

The storied walls of the Sala Polivalentă are set to tremble as the legendary K-1 banner joins forces with the Dynamite Fighting Show (DFS) for a night of pure striking violence. On April 3, 2026, K-1 World MAX 2026: Bucharest brings the most prestigious tournament format in kickboxing history back to Romania. With the iconic 70kg Qualifier Tournament at its heart and a lineup of regional monsters, this event represents a definitive crossroads where world-class technique meets the raw, unyielding power of the Balkan spirit.

The Grand Prize: The 70kg World MAX Qualifier Tournament

The centerpiece of the evening is an eight-man, one-night gauntlet designed to break the weak and immortalize the elite. In a true throwback to the golden era of K-1, the winner must navigate a quarterfinal, semifinal, and final in a single evening to claim their spot on the global stage.

The quarterfinals are a masterclass in international matchmaking. The heavy-hitting Andrei Varga faces one of the most technical puzzles in the sport, former Glory champion Serhii Adamchuk. Simultaneously, the explosive Yıldırım Oğuz tests his power against the surging Albert Enache, while Călin Petrișor and the veteran Vitalie Matei look to settle a regional rivalry with global stakes. Rounding out the bracket, Latvia’s Mareks Pelcis collides with the dangerous Ștefan Vrânceanu. This is a tournament of attrition—where strategy, conditioning, and a "chin of iron" are the only paths to the trophy.

Cruiserweight Warfare: Stoica vs. Atti

In the main attraction, the "Flying Knee" specialist and Romanian legend Bogdan Stoica returns to home soil to face the formidable Gerardo Atti. Stoica, a world-renowned cruiserweight known for his highlight-reel athleticism and devastating power, looks to defend his legacy against the Togolese powerhouse. Atti brings a rugged, high-pressure style that has dismantled many European stars, making this 90kg clash a high-speed collision course where the judges are rarely required.

Heavyweight Legends and Grudge Matches

The intensity remains at a fever pitch with a series of heavyweight and catchweight "Superfights." The "Iron" Florin Lambagiu meets Moldova’s Constantin Rusu in a 77kg encounter that many are tipping for "Fight of the Night" honors due to their shared "forward-gear" mentalities.

The heavyweights take center stage as the veteran Ion Grigore battles the enigmatic Anatoli Ciumac, while a clash of generations sees Catalin Zmărăndescu face the heavy-handed Adi Lupșe. These matches serve as a brutal reminder of the raw power that has made Romanian kickboxing a global force for decades.

A Crucible of Combat: The Preliminary Guard

The evening begins with a relentless array of matchups featuring the best rising talent in Eastern Europe. From the cruiserweight technicality of Mirel Iacob and Costin Dinu to the opening heavyweight duel between Nicola Alin and Vasile Corcodel, every athlete on this card understands the mission.

In Bucharest, a win is more than just a notch on the record—it is a declaration of intent. Every exchange is a step toward the world stage, and every knockout is a reminder of why the K-1 World MAX remains the ultimate test of a fighter's soul. Under the bright lights of the Sala Polivalentă, a new hero will be forged in the fire of the tournament.