Ihor “One Punch” Blazhenko is a hard-hitting Ukrainian-born bare knuckle boxer fighting out of Los Angeles, California. Standing 5’7” tall with an orthodox stance, Ihor embodies power, heart, and determination. His nickname, “One Punch,” was earned the moment he debuted in Ukraine’s bare knuckle scene—scoring a first-round TKO by breaking his opponent’s nose. In his second outing, a clean knockdown solidified his moniker and marked him as a force to be reckoned with. Now 37, Ihor enters BKB with a 2-0 record, ready to make his mark on the international stage.
A product of elite boxing roots, Ihor is a former prize-winner at the Ukrainian Boxing Championship and has claimed top spots in several international tournaments. Now training under Anatoliy Dudchenko with teammate Yurii Kushnir, he brings an aggressive, adaptable fighting style focused on striking, punishment, and unshakable spirit. Ihor believes in hard shots, iron will, and never backing down. While he acknowledges that improving endurance is a goal, his toughness and raw knockout ability remain unmatched. After relocating to the U.S., he sees BKB as both a battleground and a launchpad for greater goals—specifically, claiming the belt and maybe even multiple titles across divisions.
Outside of combat sports, Ihor is motivated by his 10-year-old daughter, whom he cites as his greatest influence. He keeps a simple, focused life with sport as his passion. Ihor enters BKB not just with ambition, but with conviction: “I can’t wait for the fight and to show myself at my very best.” Whether representing his heritage or carving out his legacy in America, Ihor “One Punch” Blazhenko is here to finish fights and rise to the top of the bare knuckle world.
