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Ahead of tomorrow night’s (25 July) EFC Africa 21 featherweight title fight between Mixed Martial Arts warriors, Demarte Pena (defending champion) and Abdul Hassan (the challenger), we caught up with Abdul to chat to him about the fight and his preparation. MMA fans are definitely in for a treat come fight night.
Full name: Abdul hassan
Nickname: Hollywood
Age: 35
Hometown: Durban
Fight record: 18 – 3
Submission of choice: Choke
Gym: GBH and Novagen
Sponsors: Foot Focus , Freight-Line , Vawda Jewelers and Eight Limbs
You have worked your way up to your title shot against Demarte Pena. How long and how many fights have you won to get to this point?
I have won 3 out of my last 4 fights .
What has been the hardest part of getting to the number 1 title contender?
Getting EFC AFRICA to give me the fight.
How long have you been training for this title fight?
My entire life.
Have you added anything extra into your training in order to take on Pena?
Yes, PS3 Gaming, in specific “Modern Warfare 3” online mode.
What do you think Pena’s weaknesses are and how will you be taking advantage of them?
We’ll see on the night.
“What needs to be said, has been said. It’s time for action”
What do you think you have that Pena doesn’t?
Extremely good looks.
How do you think Pena will come into this fight?
As a man , not a werewolf.
How far do you think the fight will go and how do you see it ending?
5 rounds , with my hands in the air.
What can EFC fans expect on fight night?
The fight of the night, and a new champion.
Do you have any words for Pena ahead of fight night?
What needs to be said, has been said. It’s time for action.
