Moeil triumphed over Vitasović by submission in the fifth round, becoming the new FNC heavyweight champion amid dramatic confrontations during the event in Munich.
The FNC 27 event took place in Munich, where Hatef Moeil emerged as the new heavyweight champion after defeating Ivan Vitasović via submission. In a compelling matchup, Vitasović started strong with effective strikes from the bottom position, but Moeil, weighing in 10 kilograms heavier, displayed greater physical dominance. Throughout the fight, Moeil successfully took control of Vitasović, particularly in grappling exchanges, wearing him down as the rounds progressed. As the fight wore on, Moeil's advantage became evident. In the fifth round, he managed to execute a d'arce choke, leading to a submission victory and ultimately securing the heavyweight title. This win halted Vitasović's reign, which had lasted nearly four years, marking a significant shift in the heavyweight division of FNC. Following the victory, Moeil's gestures towards the audience, including showing the middle finger, added an element of drama and controversy to the evening's proceedings. The event also highlighted other noteworthy matches, including Lom-Ali Eskiev's knockout of Francisca Croatu Barrija in the first round, and Aleksandar Ilić's quick knockout of Miran Fabjan in just 24 seconds. These bouts, coupled with Moeil's headline-grabbing performance, underscored the excitement and unpredictability of mixed martial arts at the FNC 27.
