Jindrich Janecka recovers after cardiac arrest during Cage Game 2 bout
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Jindrich Janecka went into cardiac arrest during his match against Tomas Skalicky at Cage Game 2 on November 11, 2026. Oktagon MMA's chief medic, Norbert Bidrman, reported that Janecka collapsed following a kick to the body and subsequent punch that knocked him out. Medical staff performed CPR and used a defibrillator before Janecka regained consciousness in the cage. He was then transported to a hospital for further evaluation. The cause of the cardiac arrest is still under investigation, with a potential link to a blow to the chest.
- •Janecka experienced cardiac arrest at Cage Game 2 on November 11, 2026.
- •He collapsed after receiving a kick to the body and being knocked out.
- •Medical team performed CPR and defibrillation, reviving him in the cage.
- •Janecka was conscious and talking before being taken to the hospital.
- •Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the cardiac incident.
- 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — MMA fighter Jindrich Janecka resuscitated after cardiac arrest in cage
- 12:36 AMSherdog — MMA fighter Jindrich Janecka resuscitated after cardiac arrest in cage
"Jindrich Janecka went into cardiac arrest during his bout against Tomas Skalicky at Cage Game 2, according to Oktagon MMA chief medic Norbert Bidrman.
"Jindrich Janecka went into cardiac arrest during his bout against Tomas Skalicky at Cage Game 2, according to Oktagon MMA chief medic Norbert Bidrman.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsNov 12, 2026, 12:36 AMMMA fighter Jindrich Janecka resuscitated after cardiac arrest in cage
Jindrich Janecka went into cardiac arrest during his bout against Tomas Skalicky at Cage Game 2, according to Oktagon MMA chief medic Norbert Bidrman.
- SherdogNov 12, 2026, 12:36 AMMMA fighter Jindrich Janecka resuscitated after cardiac arrest in cage
Jindrich Janecka went into cardiac arrest during his bout against Tomas Skalicky at Cage Game 2, according to Oktagon MMA chief medic Norbert Bidrman.
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
UFC•Nov 12, 2026, 12:00 AMUFC announcer Jon Anik signs long-term contract extension
UFC•Nov 11, 2026, 8:03 PMCarlos Prates draws crowds in India ahead of UFC 336 title fight
UFC•Nov 11, 2026, 8:00 PMUFC 334 roundtable: Is Josh Hokit about to be the one true heavyweight king?- UFC•Nov 11, 2026, 7:48 PMUFC 334 full card predictions: Is Josh Hokit really the next heavyweight champ?
UFC•Nov 11, 2026, 7:40 PMJosh Hokit: White House was 'perfect location' for derogatory Michelle Obama comment
UFC•Nov 11, 2026, 6:46 PMCiryl Gane brushes off dirty fighter label, but others are convinced: 'All of these things are illegal'
