Roberto Soldić

MMA Boxing Welterweight (170 lbs)

Roberto “Robocop” Soldić is a Croatian MMA fighter and former champion in two weight classes at KSW. He is known for his explosive boxing style and exceptional knockout power.

Profile

The story

Soldić turned professional in 2014 and rose through European promotions to become one of the hardest-hitting fighters of his generation. At KSW, he won the welterweight title and later the middleweight title.

His victories over Dricus du Plessis and Mamed Khalidov rank among the most significant achievements of his European career. After a spell with ONE Championship, Soldić joined the UFC in 2026. In addition to MMA, he has an undefeated professional boxing record with four knockout victories.

In the ring

Fighting style

Explosive, forward-moving boxing style with a devastating overhand right. Soldić actively seeks the knockout and combines heavy combinations with forward pressure.

Results

Performance

Two-time KSW welterweight champion. KSW middleweight champion. Former FFC, Superior FC, and SMMAC welterweight champion. Victories over Dricus du Plessis and Mamed Khalidov. Performance bonus from ONE Championship after his knockout victory at ONE 171. Undefeated professional boxing career with four knockout wins.

Over the years

Timeline

25 January 1995: born in Vitez, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
September 2014: MMA debut.
December 2017: wins the KSW welterweight title.
14 April 2018: loses the KSW title to Dricus du Plessis.
6 October 2018: wins the rematch against Du Plessis by knockout.
18 December 2021: wins the KSW middleweight title by knocking out Mamed Khalidov.
August 2022: signs with ONE Championship.
5 May 2023: loses to Zebaztian Kadestam via TKO.
20 February 2025: scores a knockout victory at ONE 171 and receives a performance bonus.
2026: joins the UFC and moves up to welterweight.

Influence

Legacy

Within the European MMA scene, Soldić is regarded as one of the hardest-hitting fighters of his generation. His KSW titles in two weight classes, victories over established names, and knockout power form the core of his sporting legacy. His UFC chapter is a new part of his career and is still unfolding.