The chaos kicked off after former UFC contender Krzysztof Jotko claimed a unanimous decision victory against middleweight champ Kerim Engizek, his second straight victory over the German-born Turk. While Jotko was initially cordial with the now-former champion, Engizek was seen confronting the Polish fighter moments later, irate over perceived fouls in the bout and its outcome.

While the Oktagon official broadcast pulled back, fan footage filmed at the event saw both teams pile into the cage, initially separating the pair, while other individuals attempted to scale the fences, in some cases being shoved back by security and promotion officials. Engizek can be seen lunging at Jotko, who had defeated him minutes earlier, and later took hold of the Oktagon MMA championship belt and left the arena floor carrying it aloft.

Po zápase Jotko Engizek se strhla mela v kleci 🤯
Během tiskovky přerušení, že je problém v aréně a bude se pokračovat později #Oktagon91 pic.twitter.com/Osww6tX9le

— Pavel Trbušek (@PTrbusek) July 11, 2026

It’s clear that discipline will be handed down. In a statement issued to Cageside Press as well as publicly, Oktagon officials wrote that “OKTAGON strongly condemns the conduct that took place following the main event of OKTAGON 91.”

“Apart from this isolated incident, OKTAGON 91 was an outstanding event that showcased elite-level MMA in front of an incredible crowd. We would like to thank our fans, athletes, partners, and everyone involved for creating an unforgettable atmosphere throughout the evening. Most importantly, despite the events that unfolded after the main event, everyone left the arena safely and no one was injured. the safety of our fans, athletes, teams, and event staff will always remain our highest priority.”

The statement then quoted Oktagon’s most recognizable exec, adding that “As OKTAGON co-owner Ondrej Novotny stated: ‘We always try to understand the emotions that come with elite competition. However this kind of behavior is unacceptable and damages not only our organization, but the sport itself.'”

“We have been informed that Kerim Engizek’s team has already filed an official protest, which will be reviewed by GEMMAF in accordance with acceptable rules. This, however, does not justify the conduct following the fight. Disrespect towards the organization, the officials, and the symbolic act of taking the championship belt are unacceptable and undermine the values for which our sport stands.”

“We are currently reviewing the incident internally and will take any appropriate action in line with our regulations and values.”

Jotko submitted Engizek in the finale of the Tipsport Gamechanger middleweight tournament, a non-title bout, prior to Saturday’s title fight victory at Oktagon 91.

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In the main event, Kerim Engizek and Krzysztof Jotko squared off for the second time, with Engizek’s middleweight belt on the line. The pair had faced off in the finale of the Tipsport Gamechanger tournament in January, a fight Jotko won by submission. The title was not on the line in that contest, but UFC vet Jotko had the opportunity to claim it in the rematch, which would complete a successful career turnaround for the Polish star.

The planned co-main event of Mago Machaev vs. Gjoni Palokaj, however, hit a speed bump during weigh-ins. Machaev, in fact, pretty much hit a wall, blowing weight by two pounds and ending up stripped of his title. That would remain up for grabs for Palokaj, should he come away with the win on Saturday.

Where to Watch Oktagon 91

Saturday, July 11, 2026 sees Oktagon 91 take place at the Lanxess Arena in Köln, Germany. The event streams live via Oktagon.tv starting at 11:15AM ET, 8:15AM PT. Full results from the event can be found below.

Oktagon 91: Engizek vs. Jotko 2

Main Card

Krzysztof Jotko def. Kerim Engizek (c) by unanimous decision (48-46, 48-46, 48-46) – for the Oktagon MMA middleweight championship
Mago Machaev def. Gjoni Palokaj by KO (right hand), Round 1, 2:34 – for the Oktagon MMA featherweight championship. Machaev missed weight by 2lbs, was stripped of the belt. Palokaj can still win the championship.
Patrik Kincl def. Hojat Khajevand by submission (arm-triangle choke), Round 2, 2:08
Cihad Akipa def. Máté Kertész by TKO, Round 3, 2:06
Marc Doussis def. Sascha Weinpolter by submission (arm-triangle), Round 1, 3:22

Preliminary Card

Kamil Oniszczuk def. Mick Stanton by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Altin Zenuni def. Patrik Šebek by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Iwan Tagner def. Maiwand Hamras by submission (rear-naked choke), Round 1, 4:06
Nicolaj Wagner def. Jackson Ross by TKO, Round 1, 4:13
Aaron Aby def. Zoran Milic by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Furkan Ugur def. Jakub Zacpal by submission (D’arce choke), Round 3, 1:25

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Oktagon MMA middleweight champ Kerim Engizek (24-5) will put his title on the line against Krzysztof Jotko (29-6, 1NC) at Oktagon 91 on July 11, 2026. The event takes place at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne.

News of the booking was announced via press release on Wednesday. The fight is an immediate rematch of the Tipsport Gamechanger Middleweight tournament finale this past January, which saw UFC vet Jotko submit Engizek in the opening round.

Jotko claimed €300,000 in prize money with the win, but what he did not claim was Engizek’s middleweight title, as it was not on the line. Now, Jotko can claim the glory alongside the gold as he looks to extend a five-fight win streak.

During his UFC run, Poland’s Jotko posted an 11-6 record, exiting the promotion off a single loss against Brendan Allen in 2022. He’d then move to the PFL, losing to future Oktagon champ Will Fleury, only for the result to be changed to a No Contest when Fleury failed a pre-fight drug test.

With that in mind, Jotko’s only losses in his last 12 fights, discounting the No Contest, have come to Allen and former UFC middleweight champ Sean Strickland.

Turkey’s Engizek is 6-1 under the Oktagon MMA banner, with the lone loss coming to Jotko. He defeated Patrik Kincl in his second fight with the promotion to capture the Oktagon MMA 185lb title.

Engizek fights out of Düsseldorf, Germany and will be looking to avenge a loss suffered in front of his fans at home back in January.

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