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MMA fighter of the week: Shem Rock is a star in the making
Shem Rock. Photo via Instagram (@shemrockbjjj)
European MMA is booming! In this weekly series, Frontkick.online puts the spotlight on European MMA fighters who deserve international recognition!
Shem Rock is one of the hottest and most hyped MMA fighters in Europe. With his exciting fighting style, entertaining personality and crazy story, Rock has what it takes to become an international star.
Currently fighting in major European promotion OKTAGON MMA, the 30-year-old Brit is well on his way of becoming one of the top names in the organization. His most recent win was his biggest yet and came against bitter rival Jaroslav Pokorny. There was a lot of back-and-forth leading up to the bout, but in the cage it was clear who was the better fighter. The British ex-fugitive took control from the start and submitted the Czech policeman just minutes into the first round.
On December 29, Shem Rock will take on Jakub Bahnik at OKTAGON 65, at the O2 Arena in Prague. According to the promotion, he is ‘hated by Czech and Slovak fans’, but one thing is certain – you can expect another entertaining performance by Shem Rock!
This is Shem Rock
- Age: 30
- Weight class: Lightweight
- Record: 11-1-1
- Promotion: OKTAGON MMA
- Notable wins: Jaroslav Pokorny, Stefano Catacoli
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