Strongman Eddie Hall had an incredibly rapid victory against his rival Mariusz Pudzianowski in his highly anticipated professional MMA debut. The bout was promoted as Hall`s most significant challenge to date, facing a competitor who is a five-time World`s Strongest Man.
However, the fight concluded in a mere 30 seconds with dramatic scenes as Hall overwhelmed his opponent. Following the win, the British strongman disclosed that he sustained a broken hand during the brief encounter.
The Fight Unfolds
Eddie Hall secured a first-round stoppage win in his pro-MMA debut, defeating fellow strongman champion Mariusz Pudzianowski. Hall pushed Pudzianowski against the fence and connected with a strong right hand that visibly hurt the Polish fighter. Shaken, Pudzianowski immediately attempted a takedown to escape further powerful shots, but Hall successfully defended it.
Hall then achieved top control and delivered a series of heavy ground and pound strikes to the downed Pudzianowski, prompting the referee to stop the contest.
Hall Suffers Injury During Victory
Eddie Hall confirmed that he suffered a broken right hand during his swift victory over Mariusz Pudzianowski. He commented that the fight against Mariusz was tougher than his previous exhibition bout, specifically because he broke his hand on Pudzianowski`s face this time. While acknowledging that his previous opponents (the Neffati Brothers) have improved, Hall still considered Mariusz a significantly more challenging fight.
Post-Fight Celebrations and Future
Visibly thrilled, Eddie Hall celebrated his major win by running around the ring with his arms raised after the rapid 30-second knockout of his strongman counterpart. Despite Mariusz Pudzianowski being a veteran MMA fighter, he had no answer for “The Beast`s” ground and pound attack in the stunning conclusion witnessed in Poland. This dominant debut performance leaves many wondering who will be Hall`s next opponent in the sport.
Pre-Fight Buildup
The anticipation for the monumental clash between the former World`s Strongest Men, Eddie Hall and Mariusz Pudzianowski, was high. Although their interactions had been cordial leading up to the event, the 48-year-old Pudzianowski had issued a stark warning to Hall prior to his professional MMA debut. Pudzianowski stated that Hall would face significant difficulty and that he would not yield easily, emphasizing his willingness to fight fiercely until the end and reminding Hall that MMA differs greatly from boxing, highlighting the physical toll and potential lack of oxygen.
Elton Marrow