The small Polish town of Pionki was once again thrust into the national spotlight as GROMDA 24, the country’s premier bare-knuckle fighting gala, delivered a night of jaw-dropping action on Friday, February 27, 2026. With eleven bouts scheduled, a packed card, and a raucous crowd, the event lived up to its reputation for intensity, drama, and a touch of controversy.
The anticipation for GROMDA 24 was palpable even before the fighters stepped into the ring. On February 26, the day before the main event, tensions flared at the official face-off event. Fighters for all eleven scheduled matches met face-to-face for the first time, and it didn’t take long for emotions to boil over. The main event’s protagonists, Fifen “HEAVYHEART” Arami Gbeyi and Patryk “CHACIA” Chacia, stood nose-to-nose, exchanging heated words and shoves. The scene set the tone for what would become one of the most talked-about nights in Polish combat sports.
GROMDA, now a household name in Polish fighting circles, is famous for its brutal, no-nonsense approach: a 4x4 meter ring, no weight classes, and four rounds of two minutes each. The format leaves little room for running or stalling—fighters must engage, and the knockouts come hard and fast. As fans poured into the venue and thousands more tuned in via PPV on gromda.tv, the stage was set for a memorable night.
The event’s main card was stacked, but the headline bout between Patryk Chacia and Fifen “HEAVYHEART” Arami Gbeyi loomed largest. Both men carried reputations as heavy hitters, and their pre-fight staredown only added fuel to the fire. As the bell rang, the crowd’s energy was electric. While the main event’s result was highly anticipated, it was clear from the outset that the entire card would be filled with fireworks.
One of the evening’s biggest stories was the return of Daniel “Rutek” Rutkowski. The former KSW fighter and champion of both FEN and Babilon MMA made his GROMDA debut, looking to put past legal troubles behind him and reestablish himself as a force in combat sports. “He’s an athlete who has achieved great success. He’ll put on a great show, I’m counting on it. He’ll fight to the very end!” exclaimed GROMDA boss Mariusz Grabowski ahead of the gala. Rutkowski did not disappoint, securing a victory over Issa “Shadow” Ben’s as part of the Polska Siła vs Black Power rematch—a highly anticipated confrontation after the controversial finish at GROMDA 22.
The Polska Siła vs Black Power matchup was a clean sweep this time around, with the Polish squad taking a dominant 4:0 victory. Marcin “Wasyl” Wasilewski defeated Josue “Africana Kratosa” Ekedi by corner submission in the first round, Paweł “Lisek” Lisiecki stopped Yende “Sunshine” Noudine by TKO in the third, Daniel “Piasek” Piaskowski bested Michael “Kalash” Fessie by opponent submission after four hard-fought rounds, and Mikołaj “Majk” Prabucki knocked out Levy “The Missle” Carriel in the second round. Rutkowski’s own win over Ben’s capped off a statement performance for the Polish side.
The international flavor of GROMDA 24 was undeniable, with country-versus-country matchups drawing extra attention. In the Polska vs Niemcy (Poland vs Germany) series, the German fighters had the upper hand. Michel “Rostock” Dietze submitted Marek “Kanarek” Antosiewicz from the corner in the fourth round, while Kevin “Titan” Bangert forced Janusz “Janusz” Magdon’s corner to throw in the towel in the second.
Polska vs Anglia (Poland vs England) delivered a split result. Adam “Ziomek” Ziomek thrilled the home crowd with a first-round KO over Luke “Lucky Luke” Fleming, but it was Mark “Big Dog” Webster who stole the show with a thunderous debut. Webster, who previously fought at Bad to the Bone in December 2024, wasted no time in dispatching Grzegorz “Fizol” Siwy. The Englishman started low on his feet, exchanged heavy blows with Siwy, and then landed a devastating counterpunch that left his opponent sprawled on the mat. The referee waved off the contest at 1:45 of the first round, giving Webster a statement win in his first GROMDA appearance. “Big Dog” had announced his arrival in style.
For Siwy, a veteran of the GROMDA ring with a 2-2 record before the fight, it was a tough setback. His previous victories and losses had marked him as a tough competitor, but Webster’s power proved too much on this night. The Englishman’s performance has already set tongues wagging about his future in the organization.
The only superfight of the night saw Mateusz “Niedźwiedź” Kopeć take on Paweł “Polski Wiking” Gołębiewski. This bout ended in unfortunate fashion, with Kopeć securing a TKO victory after Gołębiewski suffered an injury in the third round. While fans were hoping for a longer contest, the result underscored the unpredictable and often brutal nature of bare-knuckle fighting.
Of course, no GROMDA gala would be complete without its signature spectacle. The ring girls, led by the ever-popular Julia Sucharska (Miss GROMDA), wowed the crowd in their trademark attire. Their appearance at the weigh-ins and throughout the event added a touch of glamour to an otherwise gritty night of action, continuing a tradition that fans have come to expect from the organization.
GROMDA’s reputation for delivering hard-hitting entertainment was once again cemented. Eleven fights, a mix of knockouts, submissions, and a few surprises kept the audience on the edge of their seats. The exclusive PPV broadcast ensured that fans across Poland and beyond could witness every punch, every upset, and every celebration live.
As the dust settles in Pionki, fighters and fans alike are already looking ahead to what’s next. Will the new faces like Mark “Big Dog” Webster continue their ascents? Can Daniel Rutkowski build on his successful debut and reclaim his spot among the elite? And will the fierce rivalries between nations and fighting factions continue to deliver the drama that has become GROMDA’s hallmark?
For now, GROMDA 24 stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of bare-knuckle fighting in Poland—a night of raw emotion, unforgettable moments, and stories that will be told long after the final bell.