Shurendy Semeleer is set to make his long awaited MMA debut on July 5 at LFL 23 in Amsterdam, marking the start of a completely new chapter in one of the most decorated kickboxing careers of his generation.
A four time Glory Welterweight World Champion, Semeleer has already cemented his legacy in kickboxing as one of the most technical and intelligent fighters in the sport’s history. Having spent his entire life competing at the highest level, he now steps away from a sport where he has achieved everything there is to achieve, and begins a new journey in mixed martial arts.
This transition represents a major moment in combat sports, as one of the greatest kickboxers of his era enters the MMA world with the same confidence, discipline, and championship mentality that defined his career. LFL provides the platform for him to test himself in a completely new environment and begin building toward greatness once again.
On July 5, Semeleer will compete in the co main event of LFL 23 against Joshua Adeboye. The young British prospect enters the contest with a perfect 2-0 professional record, both victories coming by way of knockout, and represents a dangerous first test for Semeleer’s MMA debut.
At Only For Champions, we recognize the magnitude of this moment. Shurendy’s career speaks for itself, and his arrival in MMA adds a new level of attention and excitement to the LFL roster.
As fight night approaches, all eyes will be on Amsterdam to see whether one of kickboxing’s all time greats can successfully transition into MMA and make a statement in his debut performance.
Fight: Shurendy Semeleer vs Joshua Adeboye
Event: LFL 23 (Co Main Event)
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Date: July 5, 2026
Weight Class: Catchweight 73,5kg
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