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Redemption can be found in hell itself if that's where you happen to be
-- Lin Jensen 
ROV 32 is one of the best Ring of Violence cards I’ve ever previewed. Okay fine, I’ve only done two other previews but whatever, this is still a great card! Not only does it feature two title fights, but also all the fighters are exciting guys who match up well. I think we’ll truly see five great fights in this one. This event will take place at Kazan Sambo Center in St. Petersburg. This is a bigger area than we’re used to, but I think a sell out of 7708 strong isn’t out of the question. If you guys are as excited as I am then you’re probably dying to read this preview. But before you do that, go check out the great gear at our merch partner //buriedALIVE// Fight Gear!
145 Ibs Title: Troll ShitBrickHouse (11-0-0) v Damien Redman (10-3-0)
Any message to your opponent?
“Good luck” – Troll ShitBrickHouse
Oh buddy! We got ourselves a dandy for the main event: a Featherweight Title fight between current undefeated champion Troll ShitBrickHouse and former number one contender Damien Redman who has again found himself in the contender seat. Here we go. Troll ShitBrickHouse won his title at ROV 22 against next in line contender Tony Ramos. He then defended his title against Carl Sheppards at ROV 25. Neither of his title fights have gone past the first round, something very important to ShitBrickHouse. In fact, he commented that a victory would only be good for his legacy if he finished his opponent in the first round. ShitBrickHouse is a powerful fighter with excellent Muay Thai skills. Damien Redman is currently on a two-fight win streak. Redman had a shot at the 145 title at ROV 12 but was submitted in the fifth round. Thankfully, he again earned a well-deserved shot at being a champion. The cardio machine defeated Mikhael Tomas and Danny Duim to again fight for the title. His last lost? It happened to be against Troll ShitBrickHouse at ROV 19 via unanimous decision. ShitBrickHouse was able to dominate that fight by controlling Redman and wearing him down by stopping his constant takedown attempts. ShitBrickHouse’s strategy is much the same as his first one. When asked what his strategy is going into this fight he answered with, “Dominate him where he is best. His only chance is a lucky cut but the fight will end before that can happen.” ShitBrickHouse is better on paper, beating Redman in the boxing and wrestling department. Although Damien Redman has not responded to my questions, I do not think that intimidates him. In fact, I’m thinking he’s motivated by being an underdog, especially since ShitBrickHouse dominated him in their last fight. The stakes are way bigger in this one though, and I’m looking forward to seeing it.
170 Ibs Title: Dutch Schultz (6-3-0) v Frank Underwood (4-0-0)
The co-main event treats us with another title fight: This one for the welterweight belt. Dutch Schultz defends his championship against undefeated Frank Underwood. Dutch “Granite Chin” Schultz won his title against Phol Murhaa at ROV 28. This is his first title defense, so we’ll get to see how he fights knowing his belts on the line. To many, a victory would add a lot to the legacy of Dutch Schultz. To Dutch Schultz it would just mean that he “beat another guy”. No matter what anyone thinks though, everyone can agree that Schultz wants a victory. I mean who doesn’t? Schultz wasn’t too specific with his strategy when answering my questions, but look for him to keep a good mix of things going. Undefeated Frank Underwood has spent his whole career in ROV. Mr. Underwood would love to keep himself perfect in this fine organization. The 21 year old has lethal high kicks. Like his opponent, he also has a granite chin. With that, it will probably be hard to find a finish in this fight, although with 10-minute rounds, anything can happen. Underwood is confident in his abilities. He says he wants to keep the fight standing and that he knows he has “the stand up skills to earn (the) belt”. Dutch Schultz probably disagrees. I know paper does: Schultz is better in the boxing department and ties Underwood’s Muay Thai skills. He also has a significant advantage with his purple belt compared to Underwood’s white. Looking at this, Underwood has an uphill battle. It’s a battle that I know he looks forward to fighting. I think everyone else looks forward to seeing it too.
170 Ibs: Daniel Barbosa (5-3-0) v Phol Murhaa (7-1-0)
The welterweights lead into the co-main event in ROV 32. Daniel Barbosa is a **Choke** veteran who recently came over to ROV after the closure of his former org. The excellent boxer dropped his ROV debut against Hannibal Barca at ROV 28. He’ll be looking to regain his form and earn himself a victory in this one. He has a tough challenge ahead of him in former champ Phol Murhaa. After starting out his career undefeated and earning the Ring of Violence welterweight belt at ROV 24, Murhaa wasn’t able to defend that belt against current champion Dutch Schultz, losing at ROV 28. Murhaa will be looking to drop Barbosa to 0-2 in ROV and try and regain his championship belt. When stacking these warriors against each other, the fighters are pretty much even. Murhaa has the slight advantage in the stand up against Barbosa. Barbosa defeats Murhaa on the ground with wrestling and BJJ. Both these guys are considered excellent boxers. Even though Murhaa has a bit of an advantage on paper, these guys are even enough to where Barbosa doesn’t really have to look elsewhere to win this fight. Look for these guys to go out and battle each other standing up. It wouldn’t be a shocker if Barbosa maybe tried another way to win this fight just to shake things up. I can’t wait to see!
265+ Ibs: Bobby Turner (6-2-0) v David Suroki (5-1-0)
The giants come out in this fight as we have a super heavyweight bout here between ROV Bobby Turner and Ring of Violence newcomer David Suroki. Excellent boxer Bobby Turner is currently on a two fight win streak after losing to former champion Peter Sutcliffe at ROV 20. The Black Beast will come out swinging in this one as all his victories have come by (T)KO. He’ll be looking to ruin the ROV debut of David Suroki. The Soul Supremacy Fight Club veteran is currently on a five fight win streak after dropping his pro debut and being dropped by his former manager. A new manager has given new life to a fighter left in the dust. He was not able to capture the elusive title at his former organization. A win here will push him closer in the direction of earning the chance to wear his first title belt. These guys are even with their wonderful boxing skills. Suroki is the better Muay Thai and BJJ fighter, while Turner defeats him in the wrestling category. Suroki will probably try and keep this fight standing. In all six of his fights, he has not spent much time on the ground voluntarily. Turner is one who can mix it up. Look for him to use his superior wrestling skills to take Suroki down and finish him from the top.
170 Ibs: Hannibal Barca (5-1-0) v Costea Dinescu (6-2-0)
The welterweights get things started for the main card in a match of two solid fighters. Hannibal Barca is a cardio machine with excellent Muay Thai skills. He’s on a five-fight win streak. In fact, he’s had more managers than losses, currently on his third manager. That hasn’t fazed him on bit though, as he seems to win no matter what. Barca is 2-0 in ROV and will be looking to keep the winning ways going. Excellent boxer Costea Dinescu has a three fight win streak going on. His last loss came against fellow card member Phol Murhaa at ROV 15. A win for either one of these fighters would push them in the right direction to an elusive title shot. These guys will have to duke it out first though to see who takes a step forward and back. Barca is one that likes to bring the fight close up and battle in the clinch. His Muay Thai skills dominate Dinescu in that aspect. However, it may be difficult for him to gain ocontrol in the clinch if he decides to bring it that way as Dinescu beats him in wrestling. Dinescu is the better boxer also while Barca has a better BJJ belt. I think Dinescu has the advantage here, as even though Barca has better BJJ skills, he doesn’t spend much time on the ground and isn’t used to fighting there. Look for Dinescu to keep his distance and dominate from the standup. He’ll still have to watch out for the Muay Thai skills of Barca. Look for Dinescu to either try to bring things close up or to end this fight with a monster head kick.
Again, don’t be hesitant to comment and give predictions! I’d love nothing more than to stir up some conversation before fight time. Also, if you think my writing or evaluating skills suck, let me know! I’m always looking for feedback. Until next time boys and girls, take it easy!
-- Donny Stremphf
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