Ante Delija Finally in UFC: Revenge Against Tybura After 10 Years and a Brutal Injury!
Croatia’s best MMA heavyweight, Ante Delija (34), finally signed with the UFC at the end of June. Now, the opponent for his UFC debut has been revealed: Polish fighter Marcin Tybura, ranked seventh in the UFC heavyweight division. The fight is set for September 6 in Paris and it’s already shaping up to be a fiery showdown!
An Old Wound That Still Hurts
Delija and Tybura have history — they fought ten years ago at M-1 Challenge 61 in Russia, with the M-1 heavyweight title on the line. The fight ended tragically for Delija, who suffered a severe broken shin after Tybura blocked one of his kicks. The footage is chilling — Delija’s leg bent at an unnatural angle, and the referee only stopped the fight seconds later. Tybura was declared the winner by TKO, while Delija faced a long and painful recovery.
A Rocky Road to UFC
Delija signed with the UFC back in 2021 and was supposed to debut against former title challenger Cyril Gane, but the fight was canceled due to contract complications. Delija was under contract with PFL, where he was the heavyweight champion and one of the best heavyweights outside the UFC. Contract issues delayed his UFC debut, but now everything is settled.
Impressive Stats
Ante Delija has fought 31 times, with 25 wins and 6 losses. His last fight was in April this year at FNC 22 in Ljubljana, where he knocked out Yorgan de Castro in just 30 seconds. At 34, Delija is in top form and ready to prove why he’s one of the best heavyweights in the world.
What to Expect on September 6?
A spectacle in Paris awaits! Delija posted on Instagram: “Revenge after 10 years. Tybura is going to sleep!” Will the Croatian fighter avenge his brutal injury and show he’s ready for the UFC elite? One thing’s for sure — this won’t be an ordinary debut.
Conclusion
Ante Delija finally got his shot in the UFC, and it’s against the man who dealt him one of the worst injuries of his career a decade ago. This revenge fight is more than just a match — it’s a chance to prove himself, close painful chapters, and make history in Croatian MMA. Get ready for September 6, because Delija is coming to show his teeth!
So, what do you think? Who’s your pick in this epic rematch? Will Delija break Tybura or will the old wound hurt again? Drop a comment, let the people’s voice be heard — this is going to be a fight to remember!
