K-1 Fight Classics
The complete archive of K-1 kickboxing. Fighter profiles, fight records,
and event coverage from the golden era of stand-up combat sports.
Featured Fighters
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Alexey Ignashov
36 fights · 26W 10L
Andy Hug
46 fights · 37W 8L
Bjorn Bregy
22 fights · 13W 9L
Carter Williams
26 fights · 17W 9L
Chad Rowan
13 fights · 1W 12L
Chalid Arrab
12 fights · 8W 4L
Cyril Abidi
30 fights · 14W 16L
Duane Ludwig
14 fights · 7W 6L
Ernesto Frits Hoost
75 fights · 60W 14L
Francisco Filho
25 fights · 15W 7L
Francois Botha
13 fights · 2W 11L
Gary Goodridge
32 fights · 13W 18L
News & Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is K-1?
K-1 is a kickboxing promotion founded in Japan in 1993. It brought together champions from different stand-up striking disciplines — karate, kickboxing, Muay Thai, kung fu and more — to compete under a unified ruleset. The "K" stands for disciplines such as Karate, Kickboxing and Kung-fu, and the "1" signifies determining the single best fighter.
What is the K-1 World Grand Prix?
The K-1 World Grand Prix is K-1's flagship heavyweight tournament, held annually since 1993 to crown the year's strongest stand-up fighter. The single-night final stage features an eight-man elimination bracket.
What is K-1 World MAX?
K-1 World MAX is K-1's premier division for fighters under 70 kg (about 154 lbs). Launched in 2002, it became hugely popular and produced stars known for fast-paced, technical kickboxing.
What years does K-1 Fight Classics cover?
K-1 Fight Classics archives K-1 kickboxing from 2006 to 2014, including fighter profiles, fight records, and event history for both the World Grand Prix and World MAX divisions.