The UFC just made a big move in Europe, signing three of the top rising talents on the continent: Jakub Wikłacz, Robert Ruchala, and Shem Rock. These UFC European signings, poached from elite organizations like KSW and OKTAGON, signal a clear investment in international expansion — and a wave of new bantamweight and featherweight contenders.
Wikłacz enters with serious credentials. The former KSW bantamweight champ holds a 16-3-2 record and a legendary rivalry with Sebastian Przybysz. With 10 submission wins and no losses by finish, he’s one of Europe’s most technical and durable 135ers. Expect UFC fans to get familiar fast.
Ruchala brings a slick featherweight game and plenty of grit. He’s 11-1, with his lone defeat coming in a competitive title unifier against Salahdine Parnasse. After two explosive finishes, Ruchala now hits the UFC with momentum and polish.
Then there’s Shem Rock, Ireland’s wild-card fan favorite from OKTAGON. With six straight wins — five in round one — Rock may not have belts, but his action-packed style could turn heads immediately.
With these additions from KSW and OKTAGON, the UFC’s European 2025 roster just got a serious upgrade. Whether it’s title runs or fight-of-the-night brawls, this trio is built to deliver.
