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JAG Organization is proud to present: JBL 5
Ebay - Welcome fight fans! I'm your host Ebay and today we will be interviewing fighters for the JAG event JBL 5. The event is scheduled for Saturday the 25th of August and will feature many dynamic and exciting fights including two, you heard me correctly, TWO championship matches as well as many new faces recently brought here to Jag. It promises to be an exciting event for all.
First up we're starting with gold and the title matches.
Punch Drunk vs Seol Ki Hyon (title 265 lbs)
Ebay - Hi Punch. First let me congratulate you for your victory at JBL 3. That was a great fight and a great performance. It was also the first time any fighter had taken you beyond the first round. So tell me, as the level of your competition continues to grow stronger, do you fear that your swing for the fences style might gas you out if the fights get longer? And if so, how are you preparing for that possibilty?
Punch - Hows it going Ebay. Thanks. I told the world I would win and I did just that. He was my toughest challenge to date but he got what all the others did "PUNCH DRUNK". The competition is always going to get younger and stronger but i have no fear. I am where I belong and that is as champ. I'm ready for any challenger and any length of fight. Be it 1 round or 5 I'm here and I'm ready. So come on ladies come get "PUNCH DRUNK".
Ebay - Well said Champ! Well said indeed. Indeed, someone is a little drunk right now! Cheers JAG! Seol is a good Muay Thai fighter who has experience in longer fights, do you think he will be able to tie you up by clinching you against the cage and maybe even taking you down with his wresting skills?
Punch - Yeah he's a good fighter but my Muay Thai is a bit better than his. If he wants to fight in the clinch then bring it and I'll show him who's KING and why I'm the champ. And as for going to the ground, that is something I have been working on. If he takes me down then there will be quite the surprise in store for him.
Ebay - Yes, fight fans that's right, at JBL 5 we'll all be hoping that these two giants will take it to the ground and finish this in a big, greasy blob on the mat. I can't wait. Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Punch - I'd like to thank all my fans for standing with me as I prove to the world who is the real King of the heavy weight division. I'll be here for awhile guys dont worry. As for Seol, I hope your ready for a battle because thats what this will be. But just like the rest your gunna end up "PUNCH DRUNK".
(Editor's note: The use of the expression "Punch Drunk" is copywrited and any use of said expression without the expressed written consent of JAG is strictly prohibited. Any and all violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of MMATYCOON law.)
Ebay - Thank you so much for your time PD. As always it's been fun. Well, I'm almost speechless after that heated exchange. As always, those were strong words coming from our heavyweight champ Punch Drunk but now we must move on to the challenger, Seol Ki Hyon. Hi Seol. So, you've climbed the ranks and have made it to the big event to face the Champ, Punch Drunk at JBL 5. Are you nervous about facing his KO power and do you think you can withstand those first round haymakers he throws and give yourself a chance to take the title?
Seol - Hello everyone. I fought even harder punchers before. My last 3 fights was against similar type of opponents, so I have enough experience to win this battle. He should be nervous because he has never been fighting someone like me. It's the biggest challange in my career but in practise nothing special, just next fight.
Ebay - Your last the opponents were similiar that's true but I'm not so certain they are harder punchers but I'll take your word for it. I definitely don't want to find THAT out for myself. The Champ has never seen the third round and some believe the secret to defeating him his to do just that. Is that your strategy going into the fight or do you plan something else and how have you prepared yourself to defeat him?
Seol - Nothing will change, he will not see 3rd round. My plan is to knock him out in the 2nd round. I prepared shit I didn't use before, it will be very painfull suprise for Drunk.
Ebay - Whoa! You heard it hear first fight fans, Seol Ki Hyon in the second round by KO! At least, that's his opinion and I'll surely be watching to see if dreams really do come true this Saturday night at JBL 5. Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Seol - I don't want to talk to my opponent. He doesn't matter. I will be the only important fighter this evening, he is just the background. All my fans, see you soon and get ready for the 'celebration party'.
Ebay - Thank you so much for your time Seol and I'll see you at cage side. I'm sure everyone will be excited to see this great fight between you and the Champ Punch Drunk. Good luck to both of the fighters. I know at least one of you is going to need it.
Ebay - Next, we're continuing with gold and the second title fight of the night. Let's give it up for these two great warriors in their long awaited rematch.
Mathias Wendel vs Drogovan Skrtic (title 170 lbs)
Ebay - Hi Mathias. Conratulations on your impressive title victory at Test of Wills. At JBL 5 you will be facing the same opponent in Drogovan Skrtic in the anticipated rematch. In the first fight, you caught him with a devestating, and some say lucky, punch that ended the fight in the first round. Do you think you can do it again?
Mathias - Thanks Ebay - some might call it a lucky punch, but if you look at my record, 4 of my 5 fights have come from 1st round KO, that's my game and nothing about it can be described as lucky. Drogovan is a good opponent and I will need to ensure my training is to the same level as before. I am always looking to add dimensions to my game, so maybe there will be a surprise or two in store for him.
Ebay - Very true. Well said and we do like surprises around here. If you can't get that one punch in early, how do you plan to keep the fight on the feet and stay away from his superior ground skills?
Mathias - Tactics are tactics, I wouldnt be divulging those to you guys, you will have to wait and see what happens on the night
Ebay - Ahh and mystery too! This has the makings of a good fight AND novel. Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Mathias - As always, the fans are a great part of the JAG League and I look forward to seeing many of them at JBL5. I hope i can put on a show they will appreciate. To Drogovan, I look forward to meeting him in the rematch and I hope we have another good fight, though of course I hope i get the victory again.
Ebay - And we finally have a humble fighter in front of us this evening. Well done Mathias. A guy can afford to be humble while carrying a big right hand. Now we're going to meet his opponent, Drogavan Skrtic. Hi Drogovan. At JBL 5 you will have your rematch against the powerful Mathias Wendel for another shot at the title. In the first fight he was able to knock you out as he's done in all of his other victories. How do you avoid having the same thing happen again and what have you done to prepare yourself against that?
Drogovan - Man, we all know it was just a lucky hit. And as it says, you can't step twice into the same river. This match will be completely different. I am gonna be patient, take him to the canvas and make him submit, like real warriors do.
Ebay - Hmm, where does it say that? I have a river near my house and I step into it all the time so I really don't.... ah never mind! You plan to make him tap and THAT we understand. His only loss was a decision that went 3 rounds. This fight is scheduled for 5 rounds. Do you have the stamina to take the fight into the late rounds and do you think that is the key to victory?
Drogovan - I could go ten rounds with him and after a short break, I could have another five rounds match. My stamina is phenomenal. But honestly, it won't be necessary, I am gonna finish him earlier.
Ebay - Yes! That's what the fans really want to hear. We've seen your ability and we know that you're able to do just that and everyone loves a finish over a decision. Am I right JAG fans?! Can I get a Whoop?!! Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Drogovan - I just hope we put up a great fight, it will be a great show and fans will enjoy it as much as possible. But one thing is certain, when it is all over, I'll be the champ.
Ebay - And there you have it friends, all the fighters, except humble Mathias, claiming to be the Champ after Saturday's JBL 5 event but there are only TWO straps covered with gold. Who will it be? Who's better? The Brawlers or the Tecnicians? You'll just have to join us then to find out!
And now for our last interview of the night, we have two new faces to JAG. Both are quality Island prospects coming off of disapointing losses in the Island tournament and pitted against one another to prove which one isn't just some Island noob but the real deal.
Brutus Maximus v Vladamir Slamenkov (205 lbs non-title)
Ebay - Hi Brutus. You're making your JAG debut at JBL 5 against a very tough, up and coming fighter in Vladamir Slamenkov after a very disapointing performance and elimination in the first round of the Island tournament. You were highly expected to do well not only in that fight but in the whole tournament. What happened?
Brutus - Well thanks for bringing that up actually. It makes me angry and that is my motivation for this fight. We changed our stategy for that fight and it was a mistake quite honestly. I didn't fight the way that I should have and I lost. It's as simple as that but I won't be making the same mistake again. You can be sure of that.
Ebay - Right, I'm sure I can. I'll take you at word on that until you prove yourself to be a liar. No offence intended. Your opponent specializes in submissions with all three of his wins coming by tap. No one has taken you to the ground before, do you think he has a chance to be first?
Brutus - No way. First of all, I plan to KO him in the first minute of the fight. Secondly, my defensive skills are very good and I am very strong. If he tries ducking his head to go for a takedown attempt I will likely just knock it right off his shoulders.
Ebay - There you have it JAGsters, big words from the JAG rookie coming off an embarassing loss in his last fight but I'm sure he's correct as he's very big and sitting right in front of me at this moment. Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Brutus - I'm coming for you Vladamir. You should make sure that you call your loved ones right before the fight to tell them goodbye one last time. You should have never of accepted this fight with me. It was a terrible mistake. I'm not just going out there to win but to end your career!
Ebay - Ohhhhh, powerful stuff there. Powerful stuff. I do so love his enthusiasm and cruelty. But don't we all JAGsters?! Can I get a WHOOP?!!
And now we move on to his equally new and probably equally ashamed opponent, Vladamir Slamenkov!
Ebay -Hi Vladamir. Like your opponent Brutus, you too, are making your JAG debut following a disappointing loss in the first round of the Island tournament by TKO. Now, you're a submissions' specialist and he is a KO artist. How do propose to survive his blasts and get this fight on the ground where you have the best chance to win?
Vladamir - If I can stick to my gameplan then I can control the fight. That should allow me to stay defensive, while also looking for opportunities to end it early.
Ebay -That sounds like a sound plan to me as long as he agrees with your plan. Brutus seems to believe that you can't take him off his feet and he will just over power you with his strikes. Please explain to our readers why he is wrong and how you have prepared yourself to prove him wrong.
Vladamir - I fought a number of strong fighters on the Island and had quite a bit of success, so I'm not worried about being overpowered. Again, as long as I capitalize on my strengths, I will be fine.
Ebay - Hmm, another fighter. While I appreciate it I'm not sure if too many of you will get the fans off their feet. Juggernauts and Gladiators is the name. None of you warriors forget that. Can I get a WHOOP! Do you have anything you'd like to say to your opponent or to your fans before the fight?
Vladamir - Looking forward to a great fight, hope the fans enjoy it as well
Ebay - As we all do including myself. I personally hope you take dow "The Roman". I think he's overated personally. And now, we have a very important and distinguished guest for you all tonight. Our owner...er...I mean the owner of JAG himself, NATE BAKER is hear ladies and gentlemen and he's going to share with us his thoughts on this Saturday's event and every other interviewed events moving forard.
Ebay - So Nate, may I call you Nate boss?, as this is JAG's second interviewed event, could you please tell our audience why we are here tonight and what you hope to achieve here at JAG with all your time, efforts and let's not forget, cash?
Nate - I really want to broaden JAG's scope and try to make people aware of the things that we are doing here at JAG. My whole aim was to make a league that caters to new managers and new fighters. A place where they can come and learn the game in an environment that is on their level of competition. While we do have some veteran managers, for the most part they are new managers. I try to keep in close contact with them about their fighters development and the direction of their career. A group of people that I work with have been instrumental in setting up a network of gyms clothing stores and two nutrition stores to provide sponsorship and training at the lowest prices that we could get them. I really want to see these managers succeed and not just build fighters but champions.
Ebay - Okay, let's get down to the action shall we? First up we have a title fight, Punch Drunk vs Seol Ki Hyon (title 265 lbs). What are your thoughts on this match? Will Seol get "Punch Drunk" or will he be able to surprise our confident heavy weight champ?
Nate - First let me answer this question by saying Punch Drunk even surprised me. I thought the guy was all hot air, when he entered our forum and challenged my fighter. I had no idea that the kid was this talented. He beat the he'll out of Standup Fighter. So bad that Standup Fighter manager actually dumped him after the fight. I gotta say that Punch is pretty impressive. I've grown to like him.
Hyon didn't have a really impressive performance, he fought to a draw, but I still think he will give out champ some trouble.
Ebay - Next, we have yet ANOTHER title fight and a rematch to boot with Mathias Wendel vs Drogovan Skrtic (title 170 lbs). Now the first fight was surprisingly short and many voices are whispering that it was a lucky shot but is there any such thing as luck and do you believe this fight will be entirely differnt from the last?
Nate - This is exactly why I made this rematch. Had it been a knockout in the second or third. Had it gone the whole 1st round and Wendel was able to slip him a nice well placed punch, we wouldn't even be talking rematch. I don't feel that we got the match we wanted to see. The early cut the quick knockout. I'm not taking away from Mathias at all. I'm very impressed with him, it's the reason I have him the shot. I just really want to see these guys go at it. If it is another first round knockout, maybe Mathias is just that good.
Ebay - Thank you for you insight on the two Gold fights of the night. I'm sure everyone enjoyed hearing it straight from the hors....ah...I mean that everyone surely enjoyed your expert opinions on those two great matchups. And now, last but not least, we have Brutus Maximus v Vladamir Slamenkov (205 lbs non-title). As I said earlier, both of these fighters are similiar in that they have great potential but seemed to fall short in their last bouts. Can you tell us your opinions of these new fighters and what do expect they'll bring to the 205 lb division?
Nate -
It's like you're fuckin reading my mind here. Their potential and those losses are exactly why they are fighting. I don't think I'm bragging when I say that JAG offers the highest level of competition of fighters from 334k on. Hands down, you're not going to find better fighters than what we have here. These two have great potential but were defeated in the Island Tournament. Now, were going to see which of these two fighters are going to prove that they can be a star in this league. I look forward to a great fight from them. And, I look forward to them being contenders in the 205 division.
Thanks for having me, really great questions. I'm off to go do some more boss stuff. And DE, wipe your feet before you come into my office next time
And would it have hurt to bring donuts and coffee?
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