Ukrainian MMA fighters find support and training in Poland

Ukrainian mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters are increasingly finding opportunities to compete in European organizations, particularly in Poland. Wladyslav Soroka, manager for KSW bantamweight champion Vitalii Yakymenko, noted that Ukrainian athletes are welcomed warmly in Polish training facilities, often receiving support from local gyms.

Soroka is also organizing the Ball Fighting League to provide a developmental pathway for Ukrainian junior fighters, with the ultimate goal of advancing national talent to the UFC.