Fighter Tyjani Beztati eyes UFC debut after successful transition to MMA

Former kickboxing world champion Tyjani Beztati has successfully transitioned to Mixed Martial Arts, winning all three of his initial professional bouts. After feeling a lack of motivation and growth opportunities during his tenure at Glory, Beztati decided to pursue a new path in the mainstream world of MMA. He cites the competitive stagnation and frustrating results in his later kickboxing career as primary drivers for his departure from the sport. Beztati is now fully dedicated to mastering the complexities of ground fighting, grappling, and jiujitsu to complement his elite striking skills.

Looking ahead, Beztati has set his sights on competing in the UFC, aiming to reach the prestigious organization within a year by participating in the Contender Series. He is currently training hard for his fourth professional fight against Daniel Kolansky, which is scheduled for September 26 at the Levels Fight League. The athlete believes his current success is part of a broader trend of former kickboxers seeking new challenges in MMA, expressing confidence that his discipline will eventually lead him to the highest level of the sport.