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Albert “The Hurricane” Kraus is a Dutch kickboxer renowned for his powerful strikes and aggressive fighting style. He made history as the first K-1 World MAX Tournament Champion in 2002 and became the inaugural SUPERKOMBAT Middleweight Champion. Throughout his career, Kraus has secured four world titles in both kickboxing and Muay Thai.

Kraus rocketed to kickboxing fame with his victory in the first-ever K-1 MAX tournament in 2002. While European fight fans were already captivated by his performances in Holland, he quickly emerged as an electrifying prospect on the international stage. Fans worldwide were drawn to his take-no-prisoners approach and relentless aggression.

With a solid boxing foundation before transitioning to kickboxing, Kraus excels at using his hands to overpower his opponents. More than half of his victories have come by knockout, often delivered with his devastating right hand or a thundering left hook. Kraus’s ferocity and precision in the ring have left a lasting impression on the sport and its fans.