KSW

KSW

Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki · 2004 –
Active
Founded
2004
Founders
Martin Lewandowski, Maciej Kawulski
Home base
Warsaw, Poland
Fate
Active.

Notable Eras

  • Founding era, 2004–2010
  • Stadium era: KSW 39 at PGE Narodowy (2017)

Key Events

  • KSW 1 (2004)
  • KSW 39: Colosseum (2017), PGE Narodowy, Warsaw

Legendary Champions

  • Mamed Khalidov
  • Mariusz Pudzianowski
  • Phil De Fries
  • Salahdine Parnasse

The Full History

2004: Warsaw Beginnings

Martin Lewandowski and Maciej Kawulski launched KSW in Warsaw in 2004.

2009–2016: National Stars

Mamed Khalidov and strongman Mariusz Pudzianowski made KSW one of Europe's biggest TV draws.

2017–today: Stadium Era

KSW 39 filled Warsaw's PGE Narodowy in 2017. The promotion remains active.

Legacy

Europe's biggest promotion, and proof that a homegrown brand can fill a national stadium.