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 Hello ladies and gentlemen I’m Dale McCann. On tonight’s episode of MEET THE MAN we have an interview with GAMMA star Arvydas Sabonis.
DM- Hey Arvydas how are you doing? Did you get here ok?
AS- Hey there, good to be here, always liked London, and it’s close to my home country of Lithuania. Got here with no problem, in fact, on the plane ride here I was sitting next to a pretty little brunette that was a good conversation…she will be in attendance come fight time.
DM- So what is it then you win in the fight then you will win after lol Lets get down to the interview.
Q. So your main eventing GAMMA this sat does it feel good?
A. I’m excited and proud to main event for a prominent organization like GAMMA. It’s always great to compete in upper-echelon organizations, and to main event is that much more special. My goal is to make it worthwhile for all the pay-per-view buyers and those in attendance. I might not be a household name, but MMA insiders recognize me for my fan-friendly approach to fights—I come to put on a show and look to finish my opponent quickly and with great deal of violence.
Q. Yeah the fans appreciate fighters that come to finish and your right GAMMA is one of the most professional orgs out there. What do you think of Kenichi Shirahama ? and do you think you have enough to beat him?
A. My opponent is a well-rounded guy, but I think it’s fair to label him a ground guy, a grappler, the guy is a red belt, for fuck’s sake! He is a lot smaller and quicker than me, so I think he will come in with a game plan to shoot in for takedowns and try to submit me. His losses mostly come by way of decision and most of his fights take place on the mat, which means he is masterful at forcing his plan. I am expecting to be fighting off my back and I have been getting ready, sparring with my gym mates. I’ve been working on transitions, escapes, submissions, you know, all that good zhew-zhitsu stuff. If it was up to me we’d stand and bang, but I know he doesn’t want to feel my hand power, so I’m ready for whatever he brings. I definitely think I have what it takes to beat my opponent; while he is a red belt, I’m not slouch on the ground, and while our technical striking might be comparable, he is no match for me when it comes to knout power.
Q. Sounds like you have done your scouting on him and seem really prepared for this one. So with that being your last answer Do you care to make a prediction?
A. As far as predicting the winner- I’m picking myself, as I think my camp has prepared me for my opponent’s gamelan and if I catch him standing I’ll turn his lights out.
Q. Not saying how you will win haha smart man. If you win this who do you want next?
A. If I win I am open to fighting whoever is put in front of me.
Q. Good i like hearing fighters saying that and I’m sure match maker at GAMMA will be happy with that comment as well. So tell us how your training camp went? And how much a fight interrupts your normal day life?
A. My training camp was pretty much your average camp, with a little more emphasis on ground game, as it only makes sense to spend some time grappling preparing for a matchup vs. a red belt.
My life is built around fighting, so I really can’t say that training camps interfere with my life, as I am a fighter’s fighter. All I do is train and fight.
DM- It has been a pleasure talking to you today. Thank you for coming in and good luck in your fight on Saturday night.
AS- Thank you im sure ill do my fans proud and get the win see you later Dale.
DM- That concludes today’s episode of MEET THE MAN. Remember to tune in fight fans for weekly interviews with the sport’s top fighters and mangers.
Written By Frank King
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