GLORY COLLISION 7 was headlined by Rico Verhoeven's triumphant defense of the heavyweight crown against Levi Rigters. The card also showcased rivalries including Tarik Khbabez retaining his light heavyweight title in a grueling trilogy match against Donegi Abena. Plus, Bahram Rajabzadeh securing a dominant first-round stoppage.
RICO VERHOEVEN VS. LEVI RIGTERS
The main event of GLORY Collision 7 saw heavyweight champion Rico Verhoeven defend his title against Levi Rigters in a highly competitive fight. ‘The King of Kickboxing’ Verhoeven delivered an electric entrance, flanked by Roman centurions and an arena humming with anticipation. From the opening bell, Verhoeven utilized sharp combinations, inside leg kicks, and relentless forward pressure to control the pace, though Rigters showed resilience and power in equal measure.
The fight’s turning points came in rounds three and four when both men scored knockdowns. Rigters landed a right hook in round three that sent Verhoeven to the canvas, while Verhoeven responded in round four with a thunderous overhand that floored his challenger. In the decisive fifth round, Verhoeven’s jab and low kicks neutralized Rigters' explosive offense, securing the champion's victory. In the end, Verhoeven got his hand raised after a difficult five rounds and kept his place as the ‘King of Kickboxing.'
TARIK KHBABEZ VS. DONEGI ABENA
The trilogy fight between Morocco’s Tarik Khbabez and Donegi Abena for the light heavyweight title was a grueling, five-round war featured on GLORY Collision 7. Both fighters entered the bout with one win apiece, and the tension was palpable. From the start, Khbabez’s relentless forward pressure was matched by Abena’s tactical body punches and leg kicks. Both men targeted the legs, mainly furious calf kicks, setting a frenzied pace that persisted through the fight.
‘The Tank’ Khbabez relied on heavy flurries and powerful combinations, while Abena employed slick counters, knees, and a Muay Thai clinch to keep his opponent at bay. By the final round, both fighters were visibly exhausted but continued trading blows, showcasing their mettle. Ultimately, Khbabez’s aggression and impact earned him the decision victory, allowing him to retain his title. After the fight, Abena left his gloves in the ring, signaling his retirement and closing an illustrious chapter in kickboxing.
BAHRAM RAJABZADEH VS. DANIEL STEFANOVSKI
Azerbaijan’s Bahram Rajabzadeh is known for his relentless aggression, and he delivered a sensational first-round stoppage against Daniel Stefanovski at GLORY Collision 7. Rajabzadeh's diverse striking arsenal and unyielding pressure overwhelmed Stefanovski, a debuting former ISKA champion, who struggled to find his footing in the light heavyweight contest.
Rajabzadeh knocked Stefanovski down three times in the opening round with a mix of punches, calf kicks, knees, and a devastating front kick. With the three-knockdown rule in effect, the referee stopped the fight, giving ‘The Wolf’ a decisive victory. The performance cemented Rajabzadeh's reputation as one of the most exciting fighters in the light heavyweight division.
GLORY COLLISION 7 RESULTS
Rico Verhoeven def. Levi Rigters – Unanimous Decision – the Heavyweight Title
Tarik Khbabez def. Donegi Abena – Split Decision – Light Heavyweight Championship
Bahram Rajabzadeh def. Daniel Stefanovski – TKO in R1 at 2:30
Sergej Maslobojev def. Ștefan Lătescu – Unanimous Decision
Cem Caceres Aygun def. Pascal Touré – Unanimous Decision
Sofian Laïdouni def. Ionut Iancu – Unanimous Decision
Mory Kromah def. Miloš Cvjetićanin – Unanimous Decision
Younes Smaili def. Tayfun Özcan – Split Decision
Serkan Özçağlayan def. Ramy Deghir – Unanimous Decision
Endy Semeleer def. Jay Overmeer – Unanimous Decision
Oleg Pryimachov def. Abderrahman Barkouch – Unanimous Decision
Ayoub Bourass def. Anass Ahmidouch Fatah – Split Decision
