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Result Summary
Lazar Todev defeated Martin Buday by unanimous decision in the featured heavyweight bout at Oktagon 89 in Bratislava on June 6, 2026. All three judges scored the fight 30-27 for Todev, a unanimous shutout reflecting his consistent control across all three rounds. Buday, who previously won the OKTAGON heavyweight title before losing it to Will Fleury by first-round KO at Oktagon 81, could not establish his game over the three rounds against the Bulgarian veteran. The result improved Todev's professional record to 14-7.
Fight Overview
This heavyweight showdown between the promotion's top two ranked fighters serves as an unofficial title eliminator, with the winner earning the inside track to another shot at champion Will Fleury. Buday, a former UFC standout seeking redemption after being stopped in 100 seconds in his Oktagon title bid, clashes with Todev, a fellow ex-challenger who has rebounded with back-to-back wins over UFC veterans Luis Henrique Barbosa and Josh Parisian.
Keys to Victory
Martin Buday
- Buday must use his wrestling and takedown game to neutralize Todev's dangerous knockout power early.
- He needs to establish a high output in the clinch, grinding Todev against the cage and sapping his explosiveness.
- Buday should work the body early to slow Todev down and set up finishing opportunities in the championship rounds.
Lazar Todev
- Todev must stay disciplined on the feet, creating angles and not walking straight into Buday's counter right hand.
- He needs to keep the fight at range, using his powerful overhand left to keep Buday second-guessing his entries.
- Todev should look to punish any failed takedown attempts from Buday and turn scrambles into his striking opportunities.
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