Shuki Sadr Knaan Scores Stoppage Victory Over Dimitrios Tzeiranidis at Paphos Tournament
Paphos, Cyprus, May 9, 2026 – Israeli mixed martial arts fighter Shuki Sadr Knaan (also known by his nickname “The Kid”) continued his impressive undefeated streak, securing a convincing victory at an international tournament in Paphos.
In his fifth professional bout, Shuki left no chance for the local Cypriot fighter Dimitrios, finishing the fight via stoppage. Immediately after the final bell, the winner unfurled a massive Israeli flag right inside the octagon, vividly celebrating his success.
The 23-year-old fighter of Arab descent, originally from Nof HaGalil (Nazareth) and training at the Sparta club in Haifa, improved his perfect professional record to 5-0. Knaan is known to MMA fans not only for his impressive performance but also for his strong patriotic stance—he consistently and proudly competes under the Israeli flag in international arenas.
A video of this emotional celebration instantly went viral on Israeli social media, sparking a massive wave of support and positive feedback. Many commenters highlighted Shuki as a shining example of professionalism and genuine national pride.
We wholeheartedly congratulate Shuki on this brilliant victory!
