Titans Collide: Eddie Hall vs. Mariusz Pudzianowski Set for Epic KSW 105 Showdown

The MMA world is about to witness a collision of seismic proportions. Two mountains of men who once claimed the title “World’s Strongest Man” are stepping into the cage to settle the ultimate question: who’s the baddest super heavyweight on the planet?

Eddie “The Beast” Hall is officially set to face Polish legend Mariusz Pudzianowski at the upcoming KSW 105 event, and I’m already feeling tremors through my keyboard just thinking about it.

When Strongmen Go to War

Let’s be real for a second. When you hear “Eddie Hall vs. Mariusz Pudzianowski,” you’re not expecting a technical masterpiece. You’re expecting the MMA equivalent of Godzilla vs. Kong – two absolute behemoths throwing nuclear-powered haymakers until someone falls over.

Hall, the 2017 World’s Strongest Man, has been eyeing this transition to combat sports for years. After his boxing match with Thor Björnsson (yes, “The Mountain” from Game of Thrones), The Beast has clearly developed a taste for punching people in the face.

Pudzianowski: The Veteran Strongman Fighter

While Hall is the new kid on the block, Pudzianowski is practically an MMA veteran at this point. The five-time World’s Strongest Man has compiled a 17-8 record in MMA since 2009, proving that yes, strongmen can indeed become legitimate fighters.

“Pudzian” has faced everyone from Tim Sylvia to social media sensation “Bombardier” during his KSW tenure. At 47 years old, he’s somehow still throwing around fighters half his age with the same explosive power that made him a legend in strongman competitions.

Tale of the Tape: The Numbers Are Ridiculous

What Makes This Fight Absolutely Insane

I’ve covered combat sports for years, and I can confidently say this matchup breaks all conventional MMA wisdom. Most heavyweight fights are over in the first round because these guys simply can’t maintain their cardio. Now imagine two men who built careers around lifting cars and pulling planes trying to grapple for more than three minutes.

The oxygen in the arena might actually deplete before these two are done swinging.

What’s fascinating is that Pudzianowski has dramatically transformed his physique for MMA, dropping nearly 100 pounds from his strongman days. Hall, meanwhile, has leaned down somewhat from his 400+ pound competition weight but still looks like he could bench press the referee.

Why This Fight Matters Beyond the Spectacle

While some purists might dismiss this as a carnival sideshow, I see something more significant. These athletes represent the cutting edge of human physical potential, and watching them adapt their skills to a new combat discipline tells us something about athletic versatility at the highest levels.

Plus, let’s be honest – KSW has always understood that fights need to be both competitive and entertaining. This bout delivers both in spades.

What to Expect When They Collide

Prediction time: This fight will either end in spectacular fashion within two minutes, or it will become an unexpectedly grueling war of attrition. There’s almost no in-between when two men of this size collide.

Pudzianowski brings significant experience and surprisingly quick hands for a man his size. Hall brings raw power that has to be seen to be believed and has reportedly been training MMA techniques diligently.

The smart money might be on Pudzianowski’s experience, but I’ve learned never to bet against a man who once deadlifted 1,102 pounds and passed out from the effort.

Ready for the Ultimate Test of Strength?

KSW 105 just became must-see TV with this announcement. Whether you’re a hardcore MMA fan or just someone who appreciates the spectacle of combat sports at its most extreme, Hall vs. Pudzianowski is the kind of fight that reminds us why we love this sport in the first place.

It’s audacious. It’s larger than life. And on fight night, it will be absolutely unmissable.

Will Hall make a successful transition to MMA, or will Pudzianowski’s experience prove too much? Let me know your predictions in the comments!

Source: Bloody Elbow