On October 11, Rotterdam’s RTM Arena will host one of the biggest kickboxing nights of the year as GLORY 104 takes center stage. The event features a thrilling main event for the vacant light heavyweight title between Moroccan Tarek Khbabez and Azerbaijani powerhouse Bahram Rajabzadeh, alongside two heavyweight tournaments and several fan-favorite bouts.
Khbabez: The comeback mission
With a record of 52 wins, 12 losses, and 1 draw (28 by knockout), Tarek Khbabez enters the ring determined to reclaim the golden belt he once held. Known for his relentless aggression and heavy hands, the Moroccan fighter remains one of the most recognized names in the GLORY heavyweight scene, and this bout is his chance to prove he still belongs at the very top.
Bahram: The KO machine
Facing him is Bahram Rajabzadeh (72 wins, 5 losses, 64 KOs), a fighter celebrated for his devastating knockout power and crowd-pleasing style. Despite his popularity, the world title has eluded him so far. GLORY 104 could finally be his night to rise to global glory.
The “Last Man Standing” Heavyweight Tournament
Beyond the main event, the card includes another round of the “Last Man Standing” heavyweight tournament, a one-night showdown that will qualify two more fighters for the year-end finals.
Notable names include:
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Levi Rigters (20-3, 10 KOs)
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Nabil Khachab (30-6-1, 4 KOs)
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Rade Opacic (22-7, 17 KOs)
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Milos Cvjeticanin (14-4, 9 KOs)
Additionally, veteran Errol Koning (47-16, 15 KOs) takes on Moroccan-Dutch Mo Amine (29-9, 16 KOs) in an exciting heavyweight reserve bout.
Other highlights
The night will also feature:
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Elias Hammouche vs. Sergey Braun in a middleweight clash.
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Two featherweight battles in the GLORY x RISE Last Featherweight Standing series: Berjan Peposhi vs. Aitor Ibañez, and Miguel Trindade vs. Bobo Sacko, with winners advancing to the next stage.
Why it matters
GLORY 104 is more than just another event—it’s a turning point. For Khbabez, it’s a shot at redemption and a chance to bring the world title back to Morocco. For Bahram, it’s the long-awaited opportunity to crown his explosive career with a global belt. And for fans, it’s a night promising pure action, knockouts, and high-stakes tournaments in the sport’s global capital: the Netherlands.
Final word
With Khbabez’s hunger to reclaim gold and Bahram’s knockout reputation, GLORY 104 promises fireworks. Tickets are still available on GLORYKickboxing.com, and the stage is set for a night that could shape the future of kickboxing.
