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17 maggio 2010
[Eventi italiani]: La fiera per l'uomo e la donna d'azione
L’Associazione Sportiva e Culturale WIMAKS (ALFA, CSAIN, CONI) in collaborazione con MAK PLANET è lieta di presentare la nuova edizione del Mak Festival, la Fiera Internazionale degli Sport d'Azione, del Fitness o più genericamente del Wellness e del settore Benessere.
Il 21,22,23 Maggio 2010 saranno infatti riuniti in un solo evento, svariati campionati Mondiali, Europei e Italiani di Bodybuilding, Aerobica, Danze Latino Americane, HipHop, Arti Marziali, Sport da Combattimento, Moto e Bici FreeStyle, Rollerblade, Skateboard, Free Climbing, Soft Air, Survival, Security, ecc.
Saranno presenti circa 5000 Atleti tra le diverse gare sportive svolte nei tre giorni e circa 10.000 accompagnatori provenienti da tutta Italia, oltre alla partecipazione del pubblico locale Piemontese, in particolare quello Astigiano.
Le gare create in collaborazione con le più importanti Organizzazioni e Federazioni Nazionali, si terranno in aree specifiche adibite con materassine, tatami, ring da combattimento, palchi rialzati, pareti specifiche, piattaforme, spazi delineati con moquette e aree aperte asfaltate.
Nei tre giorni si svolgerà anche il MultiStage di Mak. Un circuito di allenamenti gestito dai migliori Docenti Nazionali e Internazionali, provenienti dalla Spagna, Francia, America, Cina, Thailandia, Corea, Vietnam, Giappone, Filippine e Israele. Una serie di Stage didattici riservati a tutti i praticanti appassionati ai diversi sport, un area in cui i partecipanti potranno imparare le tecniche e i segreti di tutte le discipline promosse al Festival.
Per la prima volta in assoluto, saranno riuniti in un’unica gara di abilità nel pronto intervento, tutti i migliori agenti dei Comandi Italiani di Polizia, Carabinieri, Guardia di Finanza e Polizia Municipale, dove si misureranno in prove di tiro operativo e bersaglio mobile, guida veloce, ammanettamento, ecc. Una gara che per la prima volta offrirà l’opportunità ai partecipanti delle Forze dell’Ordine, di mettere alla prova le proprie capacità operative all’interno di uno scenario variegato di pericoli simulati per l’intervento urbano.
Ad apertura della gara assisteremo all’esibizione operativa da parte dei reparti speciali dei GIS (Polizia) e dei NOCS (Carabinieri) che mostreranno le loro capacità di intervento più estremo e pericoloso, come ad esempio la liberazione di un ostaggio.
A chiusura della stessa vi sarà poi una dimostrazione di intervento da parte del Reparto Speciale di Polizia Tedesca, un'altra esibizione che mostrerà a tutto il pubblico presente l’abilità e la professionalità di uno dei reparti più addestrati al mondo.
L’evento sarà poi arricchito da spettacoli continui che si svolgeranno sui 5 palchi e nelle aree aperte adibite a questo tipo di intrattenimento. Esibizioni di Bodybuilding maschile e femminile, esibizioni di Arti Marziali e Difesa Personale, Esibizioni di Moto e Bici freestyle, esibizioni di Rollerblade e Skateboard, esibizioni di intervento dei Reparti Speciali dell’Esercito Militare Italiano con il lancio dei Paracadutisti (area aperta), esibizioni di intervento della Security (area allestita), esibizioni di ballo HipHop e Latino Americano, esibizioni canore con i migliori cantanti del Piemonte (X Talent Music), selezioni per Miss Mak Girl 2011, selezioni per il Grande Fratello 2011, ecc.
Saranno tenute Conferenze e Convention sul Cinema d’Azione e Avventura, con la presenza di Carlo Rambaldi (il creatore di E.T.) che mostrerà ai presenti, come si sviluppano gli effetti speciali. Parteciperanno Attori del Cinema e della Televisione Italiana, come Giorgio Pasotti, Ettore Bassi, Gianni Franco, ecc.
Si svolgeranno Conferenze sulla Sicurezza Pubblica e Privata tenute da Relatori di alto grado (provenienti anche dalle Forze dell’Ordine) che illustreranno i comportamenti e le metodologie migliori per affrontare le situazioni di pericolo (Aggressione, Rapina, Incendio, Terremoto, Alluvione, ecc.).
Un'altra Conferenza creata in collaborazione con la Rivista Samurai, tratterà la nascita e lo sviluppo delle Arti Marziali, dall'Oriente all'Occidente, in particolare facendo luce sulla realtà Italiana e i migliori esponenti Internazionali. Tra i Relatori di spicco vi sarà il Maestro nonchè Direttore della Rivista Samurai e Sportivo, Giacomo Spartaco Bertoletti.
Di grande importanza saranno anche i Convegni sull’Alimentazione Sportiva e Biologica con nozioni sugli estratti erboristici e le pratiche Bio-Energetiche. Conferenze importantissime soprattutto per gli Istruttori delle Palestre, in quanto vi saranno presenti i migliori relatori operativi su tutto il territorio nazionale, tra Medici Sportivi, Nutrizionisti, Dietologi e Professori in materia (Dott. Massimo Spattini, Dott. Alessandro Gelli, Dott. Enrico Veronesi, ecc.).
In questa occasione si terrà anche la Conferenza di Ufologia più importante che si sia mai svolta in Italia, con la partecipazione dei principali Istituti e Centri di Ricerca. Professori, Scienziati, Contattasti ed esperti in materia (Prof. Valentino Compassi, Maurizio Cavallo, Federico Zanfretta, Maurizio Baiata, ecc.) che interverranno per fornire chiarimenti in materia. Presiederà all’evento, il ricercatore Bill Homan, proveniente da Phoenix, Arizona, il custode del famoso Teschio di cristallo più antico al mondo (datato 12.000 anni fa), oltre ad altri personaggi di spicco provenienti da varie parti del mondo. In questo evento, verranno mostrate per la prima volta a livello mondiale, prove ed elementi decisamente significativi sull’argomento Ufo e sulle conoscenze tecnologiche di alcune civiltà scomparse.
All’esterno del padiglione fieristico è prevista anche un area di intrattenimento bambini, con giochi gonfiabili e Videogiochi, gestita direttamente dalla Playstation (Sony).
L’Evento è di carattere Internazionale e sarà pubblicizzato in tutta Italia attraverso Giornali, Riviste, Radio e Televisioni, oltre ad essere promosso su centinaia di siti Internet appartenenti alle diverse Organizzazioni che parteciperanno all’evento.
Verranno stampate 20.000 Locandine e 200.000 Riviste che descriveranno tutto il programma del Festival, in modo da promuovere l’evento in maniera più spiccata su tutto il territorio Piemontese. Saranno distribuiti inoltre 5000 DVD che presenteranno l’intera manifestazione.
Tutte le più importanti Federazioni e Organizzazioni sportive di settore, saranno coinvolte all’evento, comprese quelle locali.
La Manifestazione è patrocinata dal Comune di Asti, dalla Provincia, dalla Regione e dal CONI.
Il Mak Festival si svolgerà nella stessa struttura in cui verrà organizzata la Fiera Città di Asti, esattamente 12 giorni dopo il suo termine.
Tutti gli Aggiornamenti sulla Manifestazione verranno inseriti sul Portale www.makplanet.net a partire dal 20 Febbraio 2010
23 aprile 2010
[It's Showtime]: Amsterdam Arena - Petrosyan v. Holzken Cancelled? Petrosyan Rumored to be Injured (29/05/2010)
If this turns out to be true, this is very unfortunate news as it will mark the third major fight Petrosyan has dropped out of since his breakthrough performance last year. Already we've been denied the fight with Masato and Sato, and while the Holzken fight would not have been on that same level, it would have been a very exciting contest. Petrosyan is clearly one of, if not the, best fighters in the world, and while he has plenty of time left in his career, it's a let down to see him drop out again. Some are very critical of this news, however I see no reason to fault him here. That said, I do hope he takes the time to heal this injury properly, even if it means sitting out for some time, as that is preferable to these constant changes, or to this becoming an injury that haunts him throughout his career.
This has to be crushing news for Holzken. A hugely popular fighter in Amsterdam, Holzken has turned in very strong performances over the last year, and earned a high profile fight like this. With Petrosyan out, and with the card drawing nearer, it's uncertain who could step in to face The Natural at this point. Perhaps Albert Kraus, though personally I'd rather see Saiyok v. Holzken here.
As for It's Showtime, some are saying this card is facing many hardships, and while that's true, it was inevitable with so many early fight announcements. Still, with local favorite Tyrone Spong out, Holzken's fight up in the air, Souwer out, and a main event that is not what they may have hoped for, there must be some frustration from the It's Showtime camp.
We'll update with any official word that comes in. Leggi tutto...
20 aprile 2010
[It's Showtime]: Budapest risultati (17/04/2010)
Perhaps the biggest story coming out is another win for 77kg champion Cosmo Alexandre, who defeated Csaba Gyorfy via cut in round 1. The cut came after a flying knee - the exact same strike Cosmo used to win the title from Dmitry Shakuta in Milan. Alexandre is on a great roll here as this marks his 8th straight win, including victories over John Wayne Parr, Naruepol, and Tum Madsue, along the way winning an Evolution tournament, the Muay Thai King's Cup, and the It's Showtime title. It's a shame the 77kg division is not very full, as I hope to keep seeing Alexandre against the best in the world.
In other main card results, Anderson Braddock Silva rebounded from his loss to Redzovic by defeating Tihamer Brunner via decision; Bjorn Bregy decisioned Wendell Roche, and Murtel Groenhart TKO'd Daniel Geczi.
Full results after the jump.
PART 1
Triff Calin vs Gergely Busai
Gergely Busai WOP
Juhás Atitila vs Zahari Máté
Juhás Atitila WOP
Kiss Dávid vs Bagdi Tamás
Bagdi Tamás WOP
Zahari Vince vs Szabó Gabor
Szabó Gabor submission
Bonifert János vs Soltész László
oltész László submission
Szolomayer József vs Jánosi Lásló
Jánosi Lásló WOP
Vesztergom Józef vs Cseh Róbert
Vesztergom Józef submission
Panin Marius vs Halmi Viktor
Panin Marius submission
*Some confusion here as some sources indicate Halmi was the winner
Majzik Norbert vs Nagy Ede
Nagy Ede WOP
Doro István vs Brics Tamás
Brics Tamás WOP
Vörös Roland vs Kunkli Tivadar
Kunkli Tivadar (medical intervention)
Nills van Noord vs Zsolt Zatureczky
Nills van Noord referee stop contest
Part 2
Anderson Silva vs Tihamer Brunner
Anderson Silva WOP
Arafat Iallouchen vs Barnabas Szucs
Arafat Iallouchen WOP
Wendell Roche vs Björn Bregy
Björn Bregy WOP
Murthel Groenhart vs Daniel Géczi
Murthel Groenhart TKO
It's Showtime World Title 77 kg max
Csaba Györfy vs Cosmo Alexandre
Cosmo Alexandre (medical intervention)
Adnan Redzovic vs Attila Karacs
Attila Karacs WOP (extra round)
Leggi tutto...
15 aprile 2010
11th Fight Added to 63kg Grand Prix
An 11th fight has been added to the opening round of the K-1 63kg GP. Haruaki Otsuki will face Yoshimichi Matsumoto. With this fight added, at least three of the round one winners will not receive invitations to the final 8.
Otsuki was mentioned early on as a possible participant, however Tanigawa said he would not be involved because his style was not a good fit for K-1. Apparently, Otsuki's fans flooded K-1 with calls of support, and Tanigawa caved, allowing Otsuki to get his shot.
Watch Otsuki in action below scoring a brutal KO victory.
4 aprile 2010
[K-1]: WGP in Yokohama - video e risultati (03/04/2010)
A seguito riporto i video dell'ultimo K-1.Ricordo che, come sempre, di tanto in tanto i video verranno rimossi, ma provvederemo a sostituirlo con alcuni funzionanti.
Ricordo inoltre che è possibile scommettere su MMA e K-1, per scoprire come segui il link nella colonna di destra!
Nella colonna di destra infine trovate il link al post per superare il limite dei 72 minuti su MEGAVIDEO e non avere quindi la visualizzazione interrotta ;)
Buona visione!
Semmy Schilt vs Errol Zimmerman
Gokhan Saki vs Singh Jaideep
Sergii Laschenko vs Takumi Sato
Finals
Yuuki vs Shintar Matsukura
Semi-final 2
Semi-final 1
Yuya Yamamoto vs Hinata
Tatsuji vs Kiroki Nakajima
"Jienotsu" vs Yuji Nashiro
Tatsuji vs Kiroki Nakajima
Yasuhiro Kidd vs Ryuji
Jerome Lebanner vs Tyrone Spong - Part 1
Jerome Lebanner vs Tyrone Spong - Part 2
Peter Aerts vs Kyotaro
Alistair Overeem vs Dzevad Poturak
I risultati a seguito
K-1 Heavyweight Title: K-1 Rules / 3Min. 3R Ext.1R -100kg:
Kyotaro def. Peter Aerts 2R 1:56 KO Right Hook
Super Fights: K-1 Rules / 3Min. 3R Ext. 2R:
Sergei Lascenko def. Takumi Sato Decision 30-29 30-29 30-28
Mitsugu Noda def. Prince Ali Decision 27-30 27-29 27-29
Tsutomu Takahagi def. Makoto Japan Decision 30-29 29-29 30-29
Gokhan Saki def. Singh Jaideep Decision 30-27 30-28 30-28
Jerome Le Banner def. Tyrone Spong Decision 29-28 29-28 29-28
Alistair Overeem def. Dzevad Poturak 1R 2:40 KO Right Knee Kick
Badr Hari def. Alexey Ignashov Decision 30-26 30-26 30-26
K-1 Super Heavyweight Title: K-1 Rules / 3Min. 3R Ext.1R -100kg:
Semmy Schilt def. Errol Zimmerman Decision 30-27 30-27 30-28
27 marzo 2010
[KL]: ASSOLUTI KOMBAT LEAGUE - FMTI - FIOS (28/03/2010)
28 MARZO 2010 - PORTO POTENZA PICENA
PRESSO IL PALAPRINCIPI - VIALE PIEMONTE
PER LE ISCRIZIONI: clicca qui
Tutte le società con atleti qualificati riceveranno le convocazioni e saranno contattate dalla segreteria nei prossimi giorni.
La lista dei qualificati sarà a breve disponibile anche sul portale KL
Il campionato OPEN che si disputerà lo stesso giorno è ad iscirzione libera e aperto ad ogni società anche non affiliata Kombat League
NOTA BENE!!! LE ISCRIZIONI SI CHIUDONO ALLA MEZZANOTTE DI GIOVEDI' 25 MARZO
Dalle ore 08.30 alle ore 10.00 accredito partecipanti campionati ASSOLUTI e Torneo Open discipline KL/FMTI + MMA
Ore 09.00/10.00 peso e visita medica (tutti gli atleti devono presentarsi con il certificato medico in corso di validità) pena la squalifica
Nessuna iscrizione sarà accettata in loco!
Tolleranza del peso 1 kg oltre tale soglia l'atleta sarà squalificato
Ore 10.30 inizio gara Point Fighting/Semi Contact
Ore 11.00 inizio gara Campionato ASSOLUTI e Torneo Open discipline KL/FMTI + MMA
Per tutte le info: vale.kombatleague@gmail.com e segreteria@kombatleague.com
LE INFO RIGUARDO LA SISTEMAZIONE ALBERGHIERA si trovano all'interno della articolo: clicca qui Leggi tutto...
[K-1]: Weekend Results: Zambidis, Yod, Leko win in Milan
In one of the biggest fights on the card, K-1 fighter "Iron" Mike Zambidis defeated Warren Stevelmans via decision. Zambidis was last seen on the big stage last October, where he lost a controversial fight to Hinata and was all but written off by the K-1 commentary team. Since then he has bounced back with two straight wins, first over Dzhabar Askerov, and now over Stevelmans. Zambidis scored a knockdown in round 2, though some live reports claim this should have been ruled a slip. Footage is not yet available, so we'll have to wait and see.
Also bouncing back on this show - Yodsaenklai Fairtex, who returned from his shocking upset loss to Vusi Colossa last month by defeating Abdel Halim Issaou. The fight was contested under Muay Thai rules and took place at the 76 kg weight limit. Yod took the fight via a TKO due to cuts in round 3.
Finally, Stefan "Blitz" Leko defeated Moussa Sissoko via TKO. At just 1-5 in his last 6 fights, Leko definitely needed the win here to show that he's not entirely done just yet. Leggi tutto...
[K-1 MAX]: 63kgs Preview Video
An official K-1 MAX 63kgs promo video, starring Kazuhisa Watanabe. Yet another great hype video from the FEG masterminds. Kazuhisa Watanabe vs. DJ Taiki and TAKE HERO Murahama vs. Kosuke Komiyama kick off MAX's new division.
26 marzo 2010
[KL]: MUAY THAI PREMIER LEAGUE - GIANLUCA BUCCOLIERO vs JORDAN WATSON (27/03/2010)
GIANLUCA BUCCOLIERO vs JORDAN WATSON
UNO DEI TOP EVENTI DI MUAY THAI IN EUROPA
27 MARZO 2010 MANCHESTER
CONTINUA LA GRANDE PROMOZIONE DEGLI ATLETI
DELLA SCUDERIA KL PROTAGONISTI
DEI PIU' PRESTIGIOSI EVENTI MONDIALI
Liam Harrison (Bad Company, Leeds) vs Anuwat Kaewsamrit (Thailand, 2 x Thailand fighter of the year)
Harrison, arguably England's best pound for pound, is out for revenge having lost previously to Anuwat on a super show in Jamaica last year.
Michael Dicks (Darlington) vs Bovy Sor Udomsorn (Thailand)
Both of these two know only one way to go and that is forward. Bovy Sor Udomsorn is regarded as one of Thailand's most exciting fighters ever.
Damien Trainor (K-Star, Birmingham) vs Kaewklaa Kaewsamrit (Thailand)
IKF World Champion Trainor has a tough challenge against Rajadamern Stadium title challenger Kaewklaa.
Neil Woods (Kaobon, Liverpool) vs Kevin Harper (Majestic, Wigan)
These two old adversaries, two of Britain's best ever, return from several years out just to fight at MEN Arena to settle the score.
Dean James (Pra Chao Suua) vs Andy Howson (Bad Company, Leeds)
Dean James challenges Andy Howson for the no.1 bantamweight spot in what will be one of the most unforgettable domestic fights of the year.
Kieran Keddle (Semtex, Swanley/London) vs Imran Khan (Wicker Camp, Sheffield)
The long awaited contest between two great technical fighters as Keddle makes his return to the ring, a guaranteed elbow fest.
UK Muay Thai Federation British Title Fight:
Simon Chu (Kiatphontip Leeds) vs Daitan Jackson (Salford Fight Factory
War of the roses, Yorkshire vs Lancashire for the vacant British title
Stuart Kemp (Tobins Gym, Leeds) vs Mike Egan (Taz Thai)
Upcomer Kemp has a big test against the tough Egan
Andy Thrasher (GFC Bury) vs Hakim Bouzambou (Holland)
The exciting Thrasher goes up against the next big Dutch Moroccan talent
Jordan Watson (Bad Company, Leeds) vs Gianluca Buccoliero (Italy)
Contender UK Champion Watson takes on the former Italian Muay Thai Champion Leggi tutto...
23 marzo 2010
[K-1]: Saenchai, Kaoklai win in California event
Saenchai Sor Kingstar vs Tetsuya Yamato
This past weekend saw two of Muay Thai's biggest international stars competin on American soil as Saenchai sor Kingstar and Kaoklai Kaennorsing both took part in a Muay Thai event in El Monte, California. Both Thai fighters emerged victorious, with Kaoklai scoring a 3rd round knockout via elbows over Magnum Sakai, while Saenchai had a spectacular highlight reel KO in round 1 against Tetsuya Yamato. Saenchai's full fight can be seen below.
Also of note, Kaoklai mentioned a desire to move to Los Angeles to work as a trainer, which certainly would be a moost to the US Muay Thai scene.
Full results after the jump, with comments courtesy of K-1Fans.
#fight 1: Justin Nguyen vs Antonio de la Cruz (130lbs) 3x2
Justin by KO (punch) at 1:45 of round 1.
#fight 2: Roy Corona vs William ? - he was a last minute replacement (150lbs)
Roy by three round unanimous decision.
#fight 3: Yamato Miura vs Tony Juan (135lbs) 3X2
Yamato by TKO (Corner stop/towel) at 1:24 of round 2. a good fight by local japanese guy. tons of knees in the clinch and the corner throws in the towel..
#fight 4: Prudencio Portillo vs Bounthong Syvanthong (155lbs) 3x2
Syvanthong by three round split decision. very even fight. laotian guy landed more clean kicks.
#fight 5: David Huerta (East LA) vs Jason Andrada (Master Toddy's)
Huerta by five round unanimous decision. Wins MTAA US Natioanal title (135lbs).
#fight 6: Kristin Shepard (Riverside, CA) vs Malia Spynol (San Fra, CA)
Kristin by 5 round unanimous decision. Wins (130lbs) MTAA US National title.
#fight 7: Saenchai Sor Kingstar vs Tetsuya Yamato
Saenchai by KO (left high kick) round 1. Wins MTAA Lightweight (135lbs) World title. pretty scary KO, Yamato straight to hospital.
#fight 8: Magnum Sakai vs Kaoklai Kaennorsing
Kaoklai by KO (left uppercut elbow) round 3. Wins WBC Muaythai Light-heavyweight World title (175lbs). I thought both counts came in 2nd. Magnum got spliced up bad by elbows. Nokweed was a referee and let the fight continue. Magnum was tough and landed some good punches. never expected such a elbow fest by Kaoklai. the whole house was rockin.
#fight 9: Andy Lazarit vs Mike Ellison (165lbs)
Lazarit by split decision. Personally thought Ellison won. very even fight.
22 marzo 2010
[K-1 MAX]: East Europe GP risultati (21/03/2010)
Also on the card, 2009 Final 16 competitor Zabit Samedov took on Rodney Glunder from Holland. Samedov defeated Glunder via KO in round 3 with a left hook - only his 3rd KO victory in 12 fights in K-1. Shaky footage of the final round is online here.
Full results after the jump.
Roman Mailov def Sergei Bokhanou (3R KO)
Ramil Novruzov def Ignas Barysas (WOP 3R)
Elmar Mursalov def Henadzi Thacenka (WOP 3R)
Tournament Quarter Final:
Vitaly Hurkou def Lukasz Szul (WOP 3R)
Enriko Gogokhiia def Daulet Otarbayev (2R KO)
Zamin Guseinov def Ivan Grygoryev (WOP 3R)
Todas Jonkus def. Konstantin Tutu (WOP 3R)
Superfight:
Ihar Buhaenka def Slavo Polugic (WOP 3R)
Tournament Semi Final:
Vitaly Hurkou def Enriko Gogokhiia (WOP 4R)
Zamin Guseinov def Tadas Jonkus (WOP 3R)
Superfights:
Dzianis Hancharonak def Boy Boy Martin (1R KO)
Zabit Samedov def Rodney Glunder (3R KO)
Tournament Final:
Vitaly Hurkou def Zamin Guseinov (WOP 3R)
Leggi tutto...
[K-1 MAX]: West Europe GP risultati - perde l'italiano Saro Presti (21/03/2010)
A Muay Thai fighter, Khamal's last high profile fight was a big win over renowned fighter Anuwat at Slamm 6 in November. At that event he competed at his normal weight of 62 kg. Highly popular, many pegged Khamal as a favorite to win this tournament, despite the size disadvantage of moving up a weight class. On his way to the finals, Khamal defeated Chris van Venrooij and Robin van Roosmalen. In the finals, Khamal faced our early pick to win the tournament, It's Showtime fighter Harut Grigorian, ending Grigorian's night via TKO in round 2.
The show also featured last year's tournament winner Leroy Kaestner in non-tournament action. Kaestner has had some tough loses in the past year against stiff competition, including Andy Souwer, Yasuhiro Kido, and Nieky Holzken. Here, Kaestner was able to get back in the winner's column, defeating Menno Dijkstra via decision.
Full results after the jump.
1. Rene van den Belt vs Fernando Goodings WOP
2. Marlon Gron vs Raz Sarkisyan WKO round 1
3. Joey Kaptijn vs Jason Wilnis WOP
4. Saro Presti vs Hafid El Boustati WOP
Tournament quarter final
5. Mootje Khamal vs Chris van Venrooij WOP
6. Henri van Opstal vs Robin van Roosmalen WOP
7. Anthony Kane vs Marvin Sansaar TKO round 1
8. Bruno Carvalho vs Harut Grigorian WOP
9. Khalid Chabrani -74kg vs Lhoucine Ougni WOP
10. Jafhar Wilnis Jairzinho Rozenstruik DRAWW
11. Ricardo van der Bos vs Brian Douwes WOP
12. Masoud Rahmini vs Michael Smit WOP
Tournament semi final
13. Mootje Khamal vs Robin van Roosmalen WKO round 1
14. Anthony Kane vs Harut Grigorian WOP
15. Goran Radonjic vs Ismael Londt DRAWW
16. Leroy Kaestner VS Menno Dijkstra WOP
Tournament final
17. Mootje Khamal vs Harut Grigorian WKO round 2 Tournement champion and goes to the final 16 in japan.
Leggi tutto...
[K-1]: WGP in Yokohama - Karaev Drops out of Le Banner fight; Spong steps in as replacement (03/04/2010)
While Spong v. Le Banner is not a bad match-up, this still does come as a disappointment. Stylistically, Karaev v. Le Banner was a good pairing, with two heavy hitters, both in a low point in their careers, trying to get some redemption from recent performances. It was intriguing to see where both men stood, particularly Karaev, who has been a very frustrating fighter to follow in recent years.
Once considered one of the next top fighter in K-1, Karaev's last few years have seen extensive lay-offs, and some less than stellar performances. This was capped by his loss to Hesdy Gerges last October, a fighter who has since shown that he is not at that top level of competition just yet. Karaev has a lot of fans, who still look back on his wins over Hari and Leko as proof of his skill, but with the exception of a 2009 victory of Kyotaro, Karaev simply has not demonstrated that he is a top-tier fighter recently. This was a good opportunity to reassert his position, and it is a shame to see him on the shelf yet again.
Spong was rumored to face Singh Jaideep on this card, though that fight was not yet announced. Leggi tutto...
21 marzo 2010
[K-1 MAX]: Petrosyan fuori per infortunio (27/03/2010)
Although K-1 has not yet made the announcement official, It's Showtime is indeed an official representative of Petrosyan, so it looks like this is not simply a rumor.
This is, without a doubt, very unfortunate news. You hate to see any fighter injured, and this in particular was a very compelling and much anticipated fight. For K-1, this has to be very difficult, as Petrosyan has yet to fight for the organization since winning the MAX crown. As a newcomer to the company, they are no doubt looking to build him up to fans, and this was a good opportunity to do just that, while also potentially building up a new Japanese ace to replace Masato. With Masato gone, they also need all the star power they can get, and the loss of the main event is no help in that area.
Some fans are now questioning the prudence of Petrosyan taking two big fights just two weeks apart (against Khem and Sato). Always a busy fighter, Petrosyan has a very full schedule this spring, and with a full schedule, these sort of injuries can indeed happen. Moving forward, while I appreciate his hard work and would love to see him fight again soon, let's hope he takes the time needed to let this injury properly heal, and prevent it from becoming an ongoing issue.
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