Marcin Tybura vs Shamil Abdurakhimov — Fight recap

Shamil Abdurakhimov defeated Marcin Tybura via KO/TKO in the second round at 3:15, with referee Herb Dean stopping the action. Despite landing 28 of 70 significant strikes (40%), Tybura was unable to find his rhythm against Abdurakhimov's more efficient output of 36 of 87 significant strikes (41%).

Abdurakhimov's accuracy in the clinch proved decisive, landing 10 of 13 body strikes to Tybura's 6 of 7, while Tybura struggled to mount any grappling offense, recording zero takedown attempts. The fight remained on the feet throughout with no control time for either fighter, but Abdurakhimov's power shots accumulated damage, culminating in the knockout that sent Tybura to the canvas.

The victory positioned Abdurakhimov as a serious heavyweight contender while marking a significant setback for Tybura's divisional momentum.