After being released from the UFC, Overeem confirms his debut in GLORY with a title fight in October

A. Overeem debuts at GLORY on October 23rd, with a title fight. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Icon of world MMA and one of those responsible for the growth of the sport in the 2000s, alistair overeem will have a gala premiere at GLORY. After being released from the UFC and signing with the kickboxing organization, the 'giant' is scheduled to fight for the company's heavyweight belt in his first appointment.

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The veteran confirmed that he will face the champion, Rico Verhoeven, on October 23, in the Netherlands. The information was disclosed on the program 'The MMA Hour', this Monday (23).

Known worldwide in mixed martial arts as a representative of PRIDE, DREAM, Strikeforce and Ultimate, Overeem will return to his roots as a kickboxing athlete at the age of 41. In 2010, the veteran was champion of the renowned K-1 and, more than 10 years later, he will return to the sport.

Having spent time in the UFC between 2011 and 2021, Alistair challenged for the belt in the organization on one occasion. In recent years, the Dutchman has been in a race for a new chance to fight for the title, but ended up stumbling in his commitment against Alexander Volkov, in February this season.

After the setback to the Russian, Overeem ended up leaving Ultimate. Shortly afterwards, the athlete announced his migration to GLORY.

 

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