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 GAMMA #385: MEYER versus PERKELE PREVIEW written by Furious Styles
MARCH 30, 2014 LOS ANGELES COLISEUM LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
What's goin' on everyone!? I hope all of you are well and for those of you who have been placing bets, I hope you've won good stacks of cash! This is Furious Styles at the Los Angeles Coliseum where GAMMA #385 will be taking place in the very near future, and as usual there are ninety-three thousand plus fans lined up to get in to see the action unfold!
Tonight we see various warriors battle for positioning in their respective weight classes for title shot opportunities or bragging rights! The main event is sure to not disappoint as two accomplished veterans of the cage square off to see which man stakes claim to being the superior fighter.
MAIN CARD SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT EVENT: KURT “THE HURT” MEYER (32-15) of FIGHTERS FIRST ALLIANCE versus “RILVIO” PYRY PERKELE (20-6) of TEAM OUTKAST
The main event features two Super Heavyweight's with a ten year difference between them, but in terms of overall experience, there isn't that much of a difference. Meyer has been rolling very well lately with a SIX FIGHT WIN STREAK and it's going to take a lot for Perkele to upend that streak! However, if anyone can blemish Meyer's recent string of victories, Perkele is the man to do it! A very impressive TEN FIGHT WIN STREAK is what he's riding into this clash so there's definitely no loss of momentum or confidence on either side of this battle!
Both of these fighters have shown that they can finish the fight in various methods, but as of late it seems that Perkele has been the one to finish fights with more consistency than Meyer. However, with the skill level that Meyer brings, there's no doubt he can withstand the striking power and ability that Perkele brings to this fight, plus Meyer has seen just about anything that can happen in the cage.
On the surface it seems that Meyer has the advantage on the ground but he's also very skilled in the standup game. Perkele will want to keep this fight on its feet where he has a chance to go for the aggressive knockout! Meyer has a sizable height and weight advantage in this fight so he'll probably look to land accurate, damaging punches at a distance and if this goes to the ground, he'll want to keep in side control or full mount to use his weight advantage plus keep Perkele from locking in any submissions.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Meyer by Unanimous Decision
MAIN CARD SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT EVENT: KENICHI “THE STRONGEST DISCIPLE” SHIRAHAMA (25-10-1) of the LEGION OF DOOM versus YURI ROOK (24-19) of CAVEMEN ASSASSINS CULT
It's not too often where we're treated to two fighters with red belts in BJJ battling one another so this is a special treat indeed! Should this fight end up on the ground then we may see what looks like a battle between two equally matched and equally dangerous spiders! However, should this fight stay standing then I believe Shirahama has an advantage there due to the Muay Thai skills he has shown.
Rook has exhibited world class boxing ability so he's not completely uncomfortable standing and banging, but if Shirahama makes the fight in close quarters then Rook may feel discomfort in a potentially damaging clinch. Shirahama is the taller of the two and Rook the heavier, so it will be a battle of positioning in my opinion. Rook may try to get in close to take the fight to the ground where he can utilize his weight advantage better. However, he doesn't want to stay in the clinch because of the Muay Thai skills referred to earlier.
Shirahama has been a bit inconsistent in his fights as of late so his aggression may be the key for him in this battle. Rook has a THREE FIGHT WIN STREAK and has been able to make two of his last three opponents tap out, paying homage to his red belt and wrestling skills. Rook will definitely look to finish this fight as fast as possible if and when it goes to the ground.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Shirahama by Unanimous Decision
MAIN CARD SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT MATCH: TAMIAS POOCHYENA (26-15-1) OF GRABTHE.INFO versus RESTIN PEACE (16-3) of ACME – ST. PETERSBURG
Despite both fighters being thirty years old, the in-ring experience is quite different and I think that will play a role in this battle. Since Poochyena has seen it all and done it all, should Peace manage to get him into trouble then he'll know full well how to get out of that trouble. However, I highly doubt he wants to put himself in a situation where he gets into trouble to begin with because that's a very risky proposition in mixed martial arts!
Kurt Meyer SNAPPED A THREE FIGHT WIN STREAK that Poochyena was on and it was obvious he was frustrated by that Unanimous Decision loss, because that was a Super Heavyweight Title opportunity. Anderson McGinley introduced his right foot to Peace's head and as a result, Peace was knocked out! He had a very nice win streak recently and during that stretch, he demonstrated some serous knockout power in his hands! He's struggled a bit recently so both fighters may come out very aggressive for this contest.
Both of these men are very tall and quite heavy, so expect to see some serious bombs dropped because the longer this fight goes, the more fatigue both of these men will feel due to that height and weight. Poochyena may try to lock Peace in the clinch and take advantage of his Muay Thai skills there but again, he may take some body shots – not in the drinking alcohol manner of course – and that could very well drain his energy quickly.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Peace by KO (Punch) in Round 2
MAIN EVENT LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT UNDERCARD MATCH: “LAS MANOS ARRIBA” DANZA KUDURO (25-10-2) of CONVICTED INC. versus PAUL “PJ” JONES (23-13) of the LEGION OF DOOM
Both of these talented Light Heavyweight's have had fluctuating results as of late in the cage so the timing of this match for both of them may prove to be difficult to some degree. Both fighters have struggled against different types of fighters so there's no real tale of their struggles there. Each fighter has been in enough battles to know what to expect from the other so that won't be a factor either.
Jones will want to take this fight to the ground as soon as possible where he may have an advantage with the BJJ aspect of the game. Kuduro will want to keep this fight on its feet where he has a distinct Muay Thai skills advantage as proven by his world class Muay Thai abilities. Jones has the height and weight advantage and those factors may allow him to drag Kuduro to the ground. If he's not able to do that then Kuduro will have the opportunity to wear down his energy level with body shots and potentially, damaging knees and elbows may do enough damage to end this fight very quickly if Jones' defensive skills are not up to par.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Kuduro by TKO (STRIKES) in Round 2
UNDER CARD WELTERWEIGHT MATCH: “FAST” REGGIE ANDERSON (15-5-1) of TEAM CONQUER versus YNGVE INGVAR (24-8) of the COLD BLOODED KILLERS
The skill level between these two fighters may be just about even, but the experience level is not and Ingvar has the advantage there. Andrson brings a THREE FIGHT WIN STREAK with him and that is his current advantage in this clash! Anderson may try to take this fight to the ground to use his weight advantage.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Ingvar by TKO (STRIKES) in Round 2
UNDER CARD LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT MATCH: “ACES” DEGEN GAMBLER (32-18) of the LEGION OF DOOM versus ENDER WIGGIN (22-12) of THE ILLUMINATI
Both fighters have shown the ability to end a fight quickly with their punching power and I don't see why this will be any different. However, Wiggin has been struggling lately and is currently on a TWO FIGTH LOSING STREAK. I believe Gambler will be able to catch Wiggin off balance with his in-ring experience and aggression.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Gambler by KO (PUNCH) in Round 1
UNDER CARD MIDDLE WEIGHT MATCH: ATTE “TEUFEL “ PELTOLA (15-10-1) of TEAM OUTKAST versus “THE ATOM SMASHER” RAZ MATAZZ (45-18-1) of THE LEGION OF PAIN
Not many combatants have been in as many wars as Matazz and I think his experience pulls out the victory here.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Matazz by Unanimous Decision
UNDER CARD SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT EVENT: KEIJO HARKIMO (17-10) of the LEGION OF DOOM versus JAWS TALLTREE (13-7) of the LEGION OF DOOM
Inter-Alliance battles are always entertaining and I think this one will match that billing. Harkimo seems to be the more complete fighter so I'll roll with him for this one.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Harkimo by TKO (STRIKES) in Round 2
UNDER CARD SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT EVENT: ALEKSANTERI “THE SIBERIAN BEAR” KARELIN (15-8) of TEAM OUTKAST versus “THE BIG YIN” CHARLIE McGREGOR (33-20-2) of ACME – ST. PETERSBURG
We have two knockout artists on tap for this fight and the young upstart Karelin will want to cement himself in the eyes of other Super Heavyweight's as a force to be reckoned with.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Karelin by KO (STRIKES) in Round 2
UNDER CARD WELTERWEIGHT MATCH: DAVID “THE MINK” CHARLES (6-2) of THE ILLUMINATI versus FERNINANDO FERRARI (15-10) of EVOLUTION FIGHT CLAN
Very simply put, this fight stays on the feet and Charles wins. It goes to the ground, Ferrari wins. I think Charles keeps it standing.
Furious Styles' Prediction: Charles by Unanimous Decision
Okay cool kids, that's my time because I need to get inside to prepare for these fights so I can see how I do with my analysis. I hope all of you enjoy the fights and I wish you the best of luck to the ones who place bets. Take care, be well...and I'll see you at the fights!
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