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 Warzone 7: Battle Scars Preview
On August 26th - WarZone 7: Battle Scars is going to take place, bringing an action packed card with many up and comers thriving for a chance at the limelight! I am Big Rob, and I'm giving you a preview of this stacked card and what you are NOT allowed to miss out on.
1 - Main Event
Leonid Kazmir (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0) vs. Michael "To Rude" Bitchbing (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0)
Leonid Kazmir already proved that he has knockout power, getting a win in his first fight via knockout in the first round at only 1:34 into it! Kazmir also boasts an impressive wrestling background, which should be his greatest strength for this fight, especially if he's simply fighting for control.
Michael Bitchbing is coming off of a win also in his first fight, proving that his elbows are as dangerous as his attitude. After finishing his last opponent with a gruesome cut due to his clinch and Muay Thai skills, he clearly shows that he is a dangerous threat if this fight stays standing.
Winner's Prediction: I think Michael "To Rude" Bitchbing will be able to execute a strong stand-up game, and should this fight go to the ground, he may not be able to be dominant but I think he'll have the ability to survive. If his elbows are as dangerous as they were in his first fight, I don't think Leonid will be safe from any position without risking an elbow from any angle being thrown at him. Michael "To Rude" Bitchbing wins via TKO in the 2nd round.
2 - Co Main Event
Gunna Dee (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0) vs. Raoul Yamoth (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0)
Gunna Dee coming off of a decision victory in his first fight, he proved that not only does he have the cardio to go all 3 rounds, but also the wrestling. Viciously dominating his opponent on the ground and grinding it out to a victory through sheer and utter determination, Gunna Dee showed that his place as a prominent wrestler in this division will be heard through his last performance.
Raoul Yamoth also has come off of a win via decision, through different means than his opponent however. The clinch game being an important aspect for him ontop of a solid striking defense, this fighter seems as if his defensive style is very difficult to break through, wittling his opponent down through body shots and gruesome clinchwork. A counter-fighter that also seems to like to control the pace, it's a very interesting combo.
Winner's Prediction: I think Raoul Yamoth is going to come out on top of this fight simply because his skillset seems a bit more rounded, showing that he was able to stand toe-to-toe with another fighter and hold his own and ontop of that grind himself out to a victory without resulting to groundplay. His ability to keep the fight standing I believe will be imperative against Gunna Dee, and if he can keep the fight into his favor and on the feet, he should take this fight. Raoul Yamoth winner via decision.
3 - Anthony Gwynn (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0) vs. Finnur Hilmarsson (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0)
Coming off one of the faster knockouts, Anthony Gwynn imposed his will and dominated his opponent with a knockout within only 43 seconds of the first round. Showing that he clearly has power in his hands, this is definitely someone to watch out for if you plan on exchanging with. One quick punch and the fight could be over before you ever knew what happened.
A hard fought victory that saw most of the action take place on the mat, Finnur Hilmarsson proved that his wrestling was strong enough to control his opponent enough for the fight to be a win on his record. Imposing his will on Anthony Gwynn will be a strong asset in this fight, seeing as how agile this man is on the ground makes him a scary contest for anyone wishing to wrestle with him.
Winner's Prediction: I give this fight to Anthony Gwynn, not because of his knockout power but simply because the way he set himself up for that knockout. He imposed his will and took his opponent to the ground very quickly into the round, almost as if it wasn't even an issue. Although Finnur has superb wrestling as well, I simply believe if Anthony can get this fight to the ground that he can finish it like he did in his last fight, while Finnur was unable to finish his last fight through a three round ground n' sprawl. Anthony Gwynn wins via TKO, round 3.
4 - Jon "IceCream" Cones (Record: 0-1/WarZone: 0-0) vs. Robert "Wiz" Adams (Record: 1-0/WarZone: 0-0)
Coming off of an unfortunate loss in the first round due to a submission, Jon Cones is looking for redemption. Hardly getting to prove himself in his first fight, he's out to prove that he's someone that should not be looked over. A well rounded fighter, he's looking to come into the fight and show why he's a dangerous opponent and why he belongs in this division.
Another well rounded fighter coming off of a decision victory, Robert Adams has shown that he can come back even when the chips are down. A fight that looked to be against him, he pulled out a win through a solid ground game in the 3rd round. If this fight stays standing, there's no telling who would win, but if Wiz took it to the ground, it could be scary for his opponent.
Winner's Prediction: I'm going to have to take Jon Cones in this fight. Losing in his first fight makes him that much more determined to come out and destroy in his next fight, especially after how fast he lost. Being submitted will probably result in Jon looking less to the ground game and more in the stand-up, which was reverse of the game that Robert Adams played in his last fight. Jon Cones wins via decision.
And now for the preliminary fights!
William "The Kid" Bonney vs. Simon Ramone
I think William will take this fight base off of the fact that he showed the ability to finish with his Muay Thai, winning by a knee knockout in the 2nd round, and Simon Ramone has won by a decision. Finishing the fight is a strong factor, and the sooner you prove that you can do it, the more you're looked upon as the favorite.
Prediction: William "The Kid" Bonney wins via TKO.
Zohir "The Fighting Imam" Mohamedian vs. Gus "Chicken Man" Frane
This fight will probably go into Gus "Chicken Man" Frane's favor seeing as his wrestling skill is unmatched for most fighters this early on in their career, and a wrestling background is probably the strongest you can have coming into this sport. The ability to control his opponent will be his greatest strength.
Prediction: Gus "Chicken Man" Frane wins via decision.
Imre "Imi" Lichtenfeld vs. Chuck "Shadow" Mayweather
Two fighters that have something to prove for their first real fight, this can go both ways. Imre has a strong history in BJJ and Muay Thai, but not enough skill I believe to take the fight to the ground where he can apply one of his greater strengths, the BJJ. Mayweather brings a potent offense for the stand-up with him into this fight, and possibly just enough wrestling to keep the fight on their feet as opposed to the mat.
Prediction: Chuck "Shadow" Mayweather wins via TKO.
Duncan "Beefy" Vorderman vs. "The Second Son" John Wyatt
Both fighters well versed in the ground game, but obviously someone has to be better. I believe John Wyatt to be that "better" factor. Winning all 4 of his fights in the first two minutes by submission, this man has proven himself on the ground has a dangerous threat to your most beloved body parts.
Prediction: "The Second Son" John Wyatt wins via submission.
Fredo Dio vs. Fletcher "Sharpshooter" Franklin
These men are near equal in the ground game, with Fletcher taking the small advantage due to his BJJ. However, Fredo's standup is a bit to be concerned about if it came to Fletcher's defensive strategy. The key to this fight will be to probably get to the ground and grind it out for a decision or submission finish.
Prediction: Fletcher "Sharpshooter" Franklin wins via decision.
Blake Tekotte vs. Cameron "Kingy" King
Blake brings a mixture of strong wrestling and standup to this fight, whereas Cameron is an all-around fighter. Sometimes bringing a really good skill to a fight is better than bringing a few alright skills to a fight. Both coming off of losses, they're going to be fighting to prove themselves and what better way than to give the crowd a show?
Prediction: Blake Tekotte wins via TKO.
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