Kickboxing Champion Leaves Glory for MMA — Success or Total Failure?

What happens when a world champion kickboxer decides to test himself in MMA? Tyjani Beztati — 6-time Glory Lightweight World Champion — has officially left kickboxing to compete in Mixed Martial Arts. In this video, I break down why this move could be either the best or worst decision of his career. Beztati isn’t your typical Dutch kickboxer. He fights with fluid footwork, sharp jabs, slick counters, and a wide variety of weapons. He’s just as comfortable pressing forward as he is moving backward, always managing distance and avoiding unnecessary exchanges. That’s why his style may translate better to MMA than many expect. I also discuss his choice to start in Levels Fight League in Amsterdam, an organization with strong ties to Dana White’s Contender Series and the UFC — a smart stepping stone for any fighter with big ambitions. But will Beztati’s elite striking be enough when facing high-level wrestlers and grapplers? Can he adapt, or will MMA expose holes in his game? Let’s talk about it. #mma #ufc #fighter #champion #kickboxing #winner #belief #motivation #discipline