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USA Today
14 hours ago
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- USA Today
Jairzinho Rozenstruik 'definitely' surprised by UFC release, not opposed to a return
Jairzinho Rozenstruik didn't expect to get his walking papers from the UFC. Eight knockout wins, six main event bouts and a positive record didn't keep Jairzinho Rozentruik from getting his walking papers from the UFC. The heavyweight was released from the promotion earlier this year after a unanimous decision loss to former title challenger and top contender Sergei Pavlovich in Saudi Arabia. It was a surprise to many since Rozentruik (15-6) had a long history with the promotion and was on a two-fight winning streak prior to the loss to Pavlovich. Among those surprised was Rosentruik himself. "Definitely (it was a surprise), especially because there was no warning or nothing," Rozentruik told MMA Junkie. "I got home from the fight. I was tired because I think it's a 12- or 13-hour difference. I was sleeping and my friends and family were calling me and they're asking if it's true and all of this. I don't know anything, so I called the manager, we spoke, and then I found out. After, I look at my emails and I see I had a few emails from the UFC. "But if there's no more business for me in the UFC, why should I complain about it? It was a business relationship. So if there's no more business with you, I think you should warn me about it, and be like, 'That's it for us,' and then we part ways. But that's the way it goes. I don't think it was professional, and I don't want to put too much emotional feelings behind it. I had a good time with the UFC. The UFC was good to me. I'm honored to be a part of the history I built with them, and other than that, we have to move forward." Since the release, Rozentruik signed and debuted for Mike Perry's Dirty Boxing Championship. He picked up a TKO win over Victor Cardoso in June, and is set to return Aug. 29 in Miami to fight Rob Perez for the inaugural heavyweight title. The Surinamese fighter is focused on his work at Dirty Boxing Championship, but is definitely not done fighting MMA. He said he wants to continue his MMA career, and is even open for a UFC return. "If there's need of my professional performance in the UFC, then why not?" Rozenstruik said. "You can be in the best combat sports company that's ever existed. If that's the case, why not?"
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
UFC veteran Jairzinho Rozenstruik to fight for Dirty Boxing heavyweight title
Jairzinho Rozenstruik is set to fight for gold in the first title fight for Dirty Boxing Championship. The former UFC heavyweight contender has been paired against Rob Perez in a heavyweight title fight that's set to headline Dirty Boxing Championship 3 on Aug. 29 in Miami. The news was announced by the promotion on Tuesday. Advertisement Both Rozenstruik and Perez are coming off wins on the same fight card, Dirty Boxing Championship 2 – which went down last month in Miami. In his promotional debut and first fight since getting released from the UFC, Rozenstruik, 37, defeated Victor Cardoso by second-round TKO. Rozenstruik is a combat sports veteran, having had a lengthy career in kickboxing and MMA. He competed in the UFC for six years, headlining six events and picking up eight stoppage wins. His UFC release caught many by surprise, as he was on a two-fight winning streak before losing to top contender Sergei Pavlovich by decision in February. Perez, 32, stopped MMA veteran Alex Nicholson at Dirty Boxing Championship 2. Unlike Rozenstruik, that was Perez's third appearance with Dirty Boxing Championship. Perez has competed in bareknuckle boxing, regular boxing, and even Power Slap. This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC veteran booked to fight for Dirty Boxing heavyweight title
USA Today
15-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
UFC veteran Jairzinho Rozenstruik to fight for Dirty Boxing heavyweight title
Jairzinho Rozenstruik to fight for gold at Dirty Boxing Championship Jairzinho Rozenstruik is set to fight for gold in the first title fight for Dirty Boxing Championship. The former UFC heavyweight contender has been paired against Rob Perez in a heavyweight title fight that's set to headline Dirty Boxing Championship 3 on Aug. 29 in Miami. The news was announced by the promotion on Tuesday. Both Rozenstruik and Perez are coming off wins on the same fight card, Dirty Boxing Championship 2 – which went down last month in Miami. In his promotional debut and first fight since getting released from the UFC, Rozenstruik, 37, defeated Victor Cardoso by second-round TKO. Rozenstruik is a combat sports veteran, having had a lengthy career in kickboxing and MMA. He competed in the UFC for six years, headlining six events and picking up eight stoppage wins. His UFC release caught many by surprise, as he was on a two-fight winning streak before losing to top contender Sergei Pavlovich by decision in February. Perez, 32, stopped MMA veteran Alex Nicholson at Dirty Boxing Championship 2. Unlike Rozenstruik, that was Perez's third appearance with Dirty Boxing Championship. Perez has competed in bareknuckle boxing, regular boxing, and even Power Slap.
Malaysian Reserve
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Malaysian Reserve
Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Rob Perez to Headline First Dirty Boxing Championship Heavyweight Title Fight at DBX 3
After Generating Over 12.5 Million Streams and 46 Million Social Views at DBX 2, Fighter Demand Surges as Dirty Boxing Draws 1,000+ Applications and a Wave of Multi-Fight Signings MIAMI, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dirty Boxing Championship (DBX), the first combat sport to combine the most electrifying elements of MMA and boxing will hold DBX 3 on Friday, August 29th featuring its first heavyweight title bout between Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Rob Perez. 'I've fought some of the toughest guys in the world and Dirty Boxing brings a different energy. It's raw, aggressive, and made for fighters like me. I'm going to make history and walk away with that first DBX belt,' said Rozenstruik. With two live audience events already in the books, DBX is on track for continued success following the multi-fight signings of talent including Kat Nelson, Rakim Cleveland, Ricky Bandejas, Luis Saldaña, Mike Breeden, and Peter Stanonik. Over 1,000 contenders have submitted applications to compete for the growing promotion. 'From the start, we've been focused on giving athletes an opportunity to showcase their skills in a way that fans actually want to see,' said DBX CEO Malki Kawa. 'The numbers don't lie, there's massive demand for this format. We're building a new home for the most dangerous fighters in the world and this is just the beginning.' DBX 2 drew over 86,000 concurrent streams and 12.5 million total views. The fight card delivered a 60% KO/TKO rate and DBX content earned more than 46 million social media views. The event featured eight former UFC fighters including Alex Caceres, Francisco Trinaldo and Jessy Rose Clark and attracted notable attendees such as the NELK Boys, UFC middleweight Caio Borralho and former two-division UFC champion Amanda Nunes. Tickets for DBX 3 are available now: For updates, follow @DirtyBoxing on social media and visit ABOUT DIRTY BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP (DBX)Launched in 2024, DBX gained immediate attention for its dynamic format and hybrid rule set allowing Superman punches, spinning backfists, elbows, and standing ground-and-pound in addition to traditional striking. With 4oz gloves and a smaller ring, every DBX fight is designed for maximum action. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, DBX is ushering in a new era of combat sports rooted in grit, power, and authenticity.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Rob Perez to Headline First Dirty Boxing Championship Heavyweight Title Fight at DBX 3
After Generating Over 12.5 Million Streams and 46 Million Social Views at DBX 2, Fighter Demand Surges as Dirty Boxing Draws 1,000+ Applications and a Wave of Multi-Fight Signings MIAMI, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dirty Boxing Championship (DBX), the first combat sport to combine the most electrifying elements of MMA and boxing will hold DBX 3 on Friday, August 29th featuring its first heavyweight title bout between Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Rob Perez. "I've fought some of the toughest guys in the world and Dirty Boxing brings a different energy. It's raw, aggressive, and made for fighters like me. I'm going to make history and walk away with that first DBX belt," said Rozenstruik. With two live audience events already in the books, DBX is on track for continued success following the multi-fight signings of talent including Kat Nelson, Rakim Cleveland, Ricky Bandejas, Luis Saldaña, Mike Breeden, and Peter Stanonik. Over 1,000 contenders have submitted applications to compete for the growing promotion. "From the start, we've been focused on giving athletes an opportunity to showcase their skills in a way that fans actually want to see," said DBX CEO Malki Kawa. "The numbers don't lie, there's massive demand for this format. We're building a new home for the most dangerous fighters in the world and this is just the beginning." DBX 2 drew over 86,000 concurrent streams and 12.5 million total views. The fight card delivered a 60% KO/TKO rate and DBX content earned more than 46 million social media views. The event featured eight former UFC fighters including Alex Caceres, Francisco Trinaldo and Jessy Rose Clark and attracted notable attendees such as the NELK Boys, UFC middleweight Caio Borralho and former two-division UFC champion Amanda Nunes. Tickets for DBX 3 are available now: For updates, follow @DirtyBoxing on social media and visit ABOUT DIRTY BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP (DBX)Launched in 2024, DBX gained immediate attention for its dynamic format and hybrid rule set allowing Superman punches, spinning backfists, elbows, and standing ground-and-pound in addition to traditional striking. With 4oz gloves and a smaller ring, every DBX fight is designed for maximum action. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, DBX is ushering in a new era of combat sports rooted in grit, power, and authenticity. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Dirty Boxing Championship Sign in to access your portfolio
