My 9 second fight..

[Sandman1995]

There it is, im already see'ing all the stuff i did wrong..
Owell. once i get my boxing liscence and start boxing ill put that old me to shame.

[Youngblood]

okay, first thing, forget about this. You weren't going in a boxer, or even really a trained fighter. You were going in wanting to be one. So just write it off as that.


Now, if you really want to do this thing get prepared to put the time and work in. There are different schools of thought about prep time, but personally I don't think a person should be having any sanctioned (licensed) fights until at least 9-12 months of training. Consistent training, which begins with learning the basics, and learning them well. Taking those basics then applying them to sparring to see how they work, you becoming comfortable with them. And when you have a grasp, then advancing. There are few who can make shortcuts in the fighting game. And it's no fun for those that get caught trying.

This thing takes time and lots of dedication. Put the work in and you'll see the payoffs.

[Spicoli]

No points off for trying. Hey ya went further than most who just sit behind a keyboard talking about it.

Take in advice from those who have been there and done that. Better luck in the future.

[Sandman1995]

Yeah, it wasnt like i was actually going for a career into mma though, im going into boxing, the only reason i did this was for practice like know whats its like and it was with a friend that was beginning too

[erics44]

You flew out like an idiot mate, no composure what so ever, one thing on your mind and no defense

What was it like that by the way? Gettin koed like that

Respect tho, come back stronger and all that

[erics44]

Not that i know anything about mma tho

[Sandman1995]

Well, i was pretty nervous too. i think when i first walked in i got nervous.. being the center of attention
for my first fight in front of 600+ people was pretty nerve wrecking.
i think i wasnt watching his hands, and i was just focused on his face Lol (in sparring i dont do that, maybe just it being a big thing for me made me even more nervous)
didnt think about anything once i got nervous and actually got in there. i forgot everything it seemed like,
but the next time ill be thinking more clearly and know what happens
and that was the first time in my life being knocked out.. weird feeling.

[Fenster]

You've clearly got some balls to show yourself getting completely ironed liked that. Youngblood's advice is spot on. A cynic might say give up now.

It doesn't matter how good you are you'll always be shitting it before the fight. It's how you perform under pressure what seperates the greats from the could-have-beens.

[TitoFan]

I actually thought you looked a bit more polished and under control than the other dude. BUT.... you were both neglecting your defense and it turned out his punch caught you first. Could've just as easily been him. But good learning experience.

Again... I just can't get myself too excited about a sport where, once you knock a guy out cold, you can still jump on him and pummel him until the referee pulls you apart. MMA is for the birds. Boxing is where it's at.

[erics44]

Well, i was pretty nervous too. i think when i first walked in i got nervous.. being the center of attention
for my first fight in front of 600+ people was pretty nerve wrecking.
i think i wasnt watching his hands, and i was just focused on his face Lol (in sparring i dont do that, maybe just it being a big thing for me made me even more nervous)
didnt think about anything once i got nervous and actually got in there. i forgot everything it seemed like,
but the next time ill be thinking more clearly and know what happens
and that was the first time in my life being knocked out.. weird feeling.

just to reitterate mate i wasnt trying to put you down or anything

i know feeling of fighting infront of so many people and it being for the first time and on the night i fought nerves got to a lot of people and the fights just turned into brawls

keep at it tho dude

[0james0]

He did nail you with a peach of a shot!

But it was more of a brawl than a MMA fight, you caught him a few times too, he just caught you with the first big one.

You've done the worst bit now, first fight under your belt. Onwards and upwards. Fair play for putting a video up of you getting levelled to, that takes some big cahoonas.

[Hulk]

There it is, im already see'ing all the stuff i did wrong..
Owell. once i get my boxing liscence and start boxing ill put that old me to shame.

You got balls kid.

[Sandman1995]

Well thanks for the advice guys, ill probably fight in a few months again, and it will be a lot better im thinking, knowing what it feels like to be in front of all the people. need to get used to doing that anyways ill keep you updated on my next fight when its getting set up and such.

[Aplin]

If someone comes flying at you like that in MMA you got two choices:
1. Brawl with them (wrong)
2. Stop them from hitting you (right)

You achieve number 2 by either shooting in on him or stepping back, moving and letting him tire himself. I really do not recommend engaging in a match where you swing like a crazy person. If this match had gone on for more than those 10 seconds you both would have been shattered. Next time, take your time. Move, see what your opponent wants to do. If he wants to throw and throw - let him, keep the fuck out of that and then start attacking once he is tried out. If he is too strong and cutting you off - shoot in and take him down.

[cambay411]

Bring your punches straight back to your chin and work on moving your head while your throwing punches. Your left hand should have been guarding your chin and you raise your shoulders more to keep your chin tucked for added protection. If you would have had you chin tucked, your left hand up, and you head further to the outside it wouldnt have happened.