On February 22, 2025, the kickboxing world will face a spectacular confrontation during GLORY 98 at the RTM Stage in Rotterdam. Belgian Moroccan Jamal Ben Saddik makes his long-awaited return to the ring after an absence of more than two and a half years and will take on Estonian powerhouse Uku Jürjendal.
Jamal Ben Saddik: The Return of 'The Goliath'
Jamal Ben Saddik, nicknamed 'The Goliath', has built up an impressive track record in the heavyweight division. With victories over Rico Verhoeven, Remy Bonjasky and Errol Zimmerman, he has established himself as one of the top fighters in kickboxing. His last appearance dates back to August 2022, in which he initially secured a victory over Benjamin Adegbuyi; this was later overturned to a draw.
The upcoming fight against Jürjendal offers Ben Saddik not only the chance to reassert his dominance, but also to take revenge for his friend Badr Hari, who was previously defeated by the Estonian.
Uku Jürjendal has quickly made a name for himself in GLORY since his debut in 2023. With an impressive 80% knockout percentage, he is known for his devastating punches and ability to end fights early. His most notable win came against Badr Hari at GLORY 89, where he defeated the Moroccan legend via TKO.
With a professional record of 20 wins, 16 of which were by knockout, and 9 losses, Jürjendal is currently ranked eighth in the heavyweight rankings.
Analysis: What to Expect?
Both fighters are known for their powerful punches and aggressive fighting style, which promises to be an explosive fight. Ben Saddik will use his experience and ring intelligence to neutralize the rising Jürjendal, while the Estonian fighter will look to continue his rise by defeating a former title challenger.
For the fans, this means a fight full of tension and unpredictability, where the outcome is difficult to predict.
Conclusion
GLORY 98 promises to be a night that will go down in the annals of kickboxing. The return of Jamal Ben Saddik against rising star Uku Jürjendal is a showdown you don’t want to miss. Make sure you’re there on February 22, 2025 at the RTM Stage in Rotterdam for this epic fight.
