Robyn Wereshchuk is preparing to make her long-awaited return to Power Slap when she faces Serbian newcomer Nadja Miljančević at Power Slap 22.
Although Wereshchuk remains relatively unknown in her native Scotland, she has quietly become one of the most popular personalities among Power Slap’s American fanbase. Her name regularly appears whenever fans are asked which competitors they want to see return, and her natural personality has helped her develop a following despite limited activity.
Now, after spending more time training in boxing and working alongside her partner in slap fighting, Wereshchuk believes she is entering the matchup better prepared than she has been for previous appearances.
Robyn Wereshchuk Is Excited To Be Back
Wereshchuk admits that the attention she receives from American Power Slap fans feels very different from life at home.
“In Scotland, nobody knows what Power Slap is,” she said. “I’ve never been recognised.”
That lack of local recognition has not reduced her enthusiasm for competing. Wereshchuk is eager to return to the stage and reconnect with the audience that has continued asking to see her.
“I’m buzzing to be back, as always,” she said. “To get back up on that stage is going to be good. It’s going to be fun.”
Her popularity is largely built around her authenticity. Wereshchuk does not attempt to create a polished or intimidating public image. Fans see the same humour, nervous energy and personality that she displays in everyday life.
Training Has Become More Consistent
Wereshchuk’s preparation has changed significantly since her previous Power Slap appearances.
After returning from Abu Dhabi following her matchup with Jackie Cataline, she left her boxing gym and went through a long period without consistent training.
“When I came back from Abu Dhabi, I genuinely never trained,” Wereshchuk admitted.
That changed this year.
Her partner competes in bare-knuckle boxing and has also participated in slap fighting with Slap Fighting Championship in Dubai. Training alongside him has given Wereshchuk access to someone who understands both traditional combat sports and the specific demands of slap fighting.
The pair have trained together regularly, while Wereshchuk has also joined a strong boxing gym and attempted to secure fights of her own.
Several planned boxing bouts fell apart after opponents withdrew, but the camps still allowed her to sharpen her technique, conditioning and confidence.
Family Life Makes Every Camp A Challenge
Wereshchuk’s preparation does not happen in isolation.
She balances training with work, family responsibilities and raising her children. That makes every camp more complicated than simply arriving at the gym and following a schedule.
“Working around the kids, normal life and work is a bit stressful,” she said. “But we get there. We get it done.”
The demands of everyday life may prevent Wereshchuk from training like a full-time professional athlete, but they have also made her adaptable.
She has learned how to fit sessions around responsibilities and remain committed even when conditions are far from perfect.
Wereshchuk Knows Little About Nadja Miljančević
Wereshchuk has only seen limited footage of her Power Slap 22 opponent.
Miljančević has experience in bare-knuckle fighting and was previously scheduled to compete against fellow Power Slap athlete Nicole Schäfer. Beyond the footage Power Slap has released, however, Wereshchuk has not found much material to study.
“I don’t really know much,” she admitted. “I’ve seen what Power Slap has posted.”
That uncertainty makes the matchup difficult to predict.
Bare-knuckle boxing demonstrates toughness and striking experience, but Wereshchuk believes those skills do not automatically translate into slap fighting.
Accuracy, legal technique, balance and the ability to receive a clean strike are all unique challenges that cannot be judged through boxing footage alone.
Experience Could Become Wereshchuk’s Biggest Advantage
Miljančević will be competing in front of a home crowd, but Wereshchuk enters the contest with significantly more Power Slap experience.
She has already stood across from two of the most dangerous women in the promotion: Jackie Cataline and Sheena Bathory.
Wereshchuk never received the opportunity to develop slowly against inexperienced competition.
“I’m always the underdog,” she said. “I’ve always just been given straight-up hard fights.”
Her first major challenge came against Cataline shortly after Cataline had knocked out Bathory. Wereshchuk was then matched directly against Bathory herself.
“I didn’t get a couple of beginner fights,” she joked. “They just shoved me straight to the top.”
Those matchups may not have produced the results Wereshchuk wanted, but they gave her experience that few competitors can match.
Going The Distance With Sheena Bathory Built Confidence
Bathory remains one of the most feared women in Power Slap history.
Wereshchuk was knocked down during their contest and admits she briefly lost awareness, but she recovered and completed the fight.
“She knocked me down. I was definitely out for a second, but I went to points and went the full way,” she said.
Surviving against Bathory gave Wereshchuk confidence that she can handle dangerous opponents.
“There’s nobody bigger than Sheena when it comes to women’s Power Slap,” she explained. “I’ve already gone up against the biggest and the best.”
That experience could prove valuable against Miljančević, who has never competed in Power Slap and may not know how her technique will hold up under the promotion’s rules.
A Power Slap Debut Comes With Unanswered Questions
Wereshchuk believes Miljančević’s lack of slap-fighting experience creates several unknowns.
She does not know whether her opponent will be able to measure accurately, avoid fouling or maintain legal foot positioning during the strike.
“Nobody knows if she’s going to foul or if she’s going to be accurate,” Wereshchuk said.
This is why Wereshchuk does not place too much importance on Miljančević’s bare-knuckle background.
Boxing and slap fighting may both involve striking, but they require very different mechanics and mental preparation.
Wereshchuk has already experienced the pressure of standing still and receiving a clean shot. Miljančević will be doing it for the first time under the brightest spotlight of her career.
Being Placed On The Main Card Shows Power Slap’s Faith
Wereshchuk has spent much of her career seeing herself as the underdog, but her continued placement in high-profile matchups can also be viewed as a sign of confidence from the promotion.
Rather than placing her in lower-profile taped fights, Power Slap continues to feature her on major cards.
That suggests officials value both her competitive ability and her entertainment appeal.
Wereshchuk’s personality comes alive when she steps onto the stage. Even though she feels uncomfortable creating social media content, she naturally connects with the crowd during events.
Being selected for one of the limited main-card positions at Power Slap 22 gives her another opportunity to demonstrate why fans have continued requesting her return.
Wereshchuk Welcomes The Growth Of Women’s Power Slap
One of the most exciting aspects of Power Slap 22 for Wereshchuk is the increased number of women competing.
At earlier international events, there were very few female matchups on the card. This time, multiple women’s fights are expected, including the championship contest between Abby Montes and Sheena Bathory.
“It’s good that there are more girls,” Wereshchuk said. “We’re getting our belts and we’re getting our rankings.”
The addition of official championships and rankings represents an important step forward for the women’s divisions.
It gives competitors a clearer path to title contention and creates more meaningful stakes beyond individual matchups.
Wereshchuk Expects Bathory To Win The Title
Wereshchuk knows firsthand how dangerous Bathory can be.
When asked to predict the Power Slap 22 championship fight between Bathory and Montes, she backed her former opponent.
“I think Sheena is going to smash it, personally,” Wereshchuk said.
She acknowledged that Bathory has lost considerable weight while preparing for Misfits Boxing, but she does not expect the change to reduce her effectiveness.
Wereshchuk also praised Bathory’s personality, describing her as one of the kindest people she has met in the sport.
That contrast between Bathory’s friendliness and her ability to deliver devastating strikes remains one of the qualities that makes her unique.
“She’s the sweetest woman in the entire world,” Wereshchuk said. “But it’s not nice getting hit by her.”
Wereshchuk Has No Interest In Manufactured Rivalries
Wereshchuk appreciates that the women in Power Slap generally do not rely on personal hostility to promote fights.
She pointed to the respectful interactions between Bathory and Montes on social media, where the championship opponents continue complimenting and supporting each other.
“You don’t need to have that anger,” Wereshchuk said. “You get up on the stage and do your job.”
Her own experiences with Cataline and Bathory were equally respectful.
The competitors could greet each other warmly before stepping onto the stage, compete aggressively and then return to being friendly afterward.
Wereshchuk believes that approach is especially important because athletes often stay in the same hotel throughout fight week.
Trash Talk Will Never Be Part Of Wereshchuk’s Personality
Despite competing in bare-knuckle boxing and Power Slap, Wereshchuk describes herself as deeply uncomfortable with confrontation.
She has no interest in changing her personality for promotional purposes.
“I’ve never even beeped my horn at anyone,” she joked. “I hate confrontation.”
People sometimes assume her combat sports background means she must be aggressive or outspoken away from competition. Wereshchuk says the opposite is true.
She considers herself quiet, timid and unlikely to argue with anyone.
If Miljančević attempts to create tension during fight week, Wereshchuk does not plan to respond.
“If this girl wants to come up in my face, she can,” she said. “I’ll just be like, ‘Hello, friend.’”
For Wereshchuk, anger is not necessary to perform. She can remain friendly before the contest and still compete seriously once she reaches the stage.
Power Slap Still Has Room To Grow In The United Kingdom
Although Power Slap 22 is being promoted as a European event, Wereshchuk pointed out that Serbia remains far from Scotland.
She laughed at the idea that British competitors would easily be able to sell tickets simply because the event is taking place somewhere in Europe.
“I can’t sell tickets in Scotland for Serbia,” she said. “That is a completely different country.”
Wereshchuk would love to see Power Slap eventually hold an event in London or elsewhere in the United Kingdom.
She believes the sport has not yet achieved widespread popularity in her part of the world, but a major British event could help change that.
A viral performance or knockout in Serbia would give her an opportunity to introduce more people at home to both herself and the sport.
Social Media Remains A Challenge
Wereshchuk understands that content creation has become an important part of building a career in modern combat sports.
It is not an aspect she enjoys.
“I’m just not good at selling myself,” she said. “Put a camera in my face and I’m just like, ‘So…’”
Wereshchuk wishes she felt more comfortable filming daily content, promoting herself and showing fans more of her life.
Her natural personality works well in interviews and on stage, but she struggles to recreate that energy when filming alone.
Despite those limitations, her fanbase continues to grow because viewers respond to her honesty and humour.
The Power Slap Paycheck Will Create Family Memories
In previous interviews, Wereshchuk has discussed using her Power Slap earnings to buy gifts for her children.
This time, she jokingly claimed they would receive nothing.
“They’re getting nothing,” she laughed. “The ungrateful little things.”
Wereshchuk quickly clarified that she would rather spend the money on an experience than another toy that ends up forgotten under a bed.
After recently taking the family to Egypt, she hopes to plan another holiday and take the children to a climbing activity they have requested.
“We’re going to do an experience,” she said.
The decision reflects the reality behind Wereshchuk’s fighting career. The financial rewards are not simply about personal success; they allow her to create opportunities and memories for her family.
Robyn Wereshchuk Is Ready To Prove Herself Again
Robyn Wereshchuk has never received an easy route through Power Slap.
She was immediately matched against elite competition, endured one of the hardest hitters in the women’s division and continued building a fanbase despite long periods away from the stage.
At Power Slap 22, she will once again enter hostile territory as the presumed underdog against a local opponent.
Miljančević may bring bare-knuckle experience and the support of the Serbian crowd, but Wereshchuk brings something her opponent does not have: proven experience under Power Slap’s rules.
After a stronger year of training and more consistent work in the boxing gym, Wereshchuk is ready to show why fans have been asking for her return.