Pawel Pawlak secured a TKO victory over Mamed Khalidov in the final seconds of the fourth round in a middleweight title fight. The victory marks Pawlak's fourth successful title defense of his middleweight championship. The dramatic finish came at the very end of the round, showcasing Pawlak's ability to close strong. Details about the specific event or organization are limited in the post, though it appears to be a significant regional championship bout.
Pawel Pawlak extended his reign as middleweight champion with a dramatic TKO finish over Mamed Khalidov in the closing seconds of the fourth round, with the bout taking place on April 19, 2026.
Pawlak, 37, improved his professional record to 12-3-0 with the stoppage, securing his fourth successful defense of the middleweight title. The Polish fighter, who trains out of Octopus Lodz, stands six feet tall with a 73-inch reach and competes out of an orthodox stance. While his output numbers of 1.67 significant strikes per minute and 33 percent striking accuracy reflect a measured, calculated style, the late finish demonstrated his capacity to turn up the pressure when it matters most.
Verified data for Khalidov was not available in the AgentMMA database at the time of publication.
Why it matters
- Pawlak's fourth title defense cements his status as a long-reigning champion in the regional middleweight division
- A fourth-round TKO finish underscores his ability to sustain offensive pressure deep into fights
- The result will likely reinforce his standing at the top of the divisional rankings and raise the bar for any future challengers
