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King in the Ring 62Kg
King in the Ring 62kg
King in the Ring
Ben Karam had an impressive 2022 fight resume by challenging opponents with triple his experience.
With his fight IQ and tenacious attitude, this under dog will be one to watch on KITR, March 18th.
With the combination of his agility and south paw stance, we are looking at adding another KITR belt to the trophy cabinet at Art Of Combat.
Second fighter coming out of AOC, Connor Mooney.
Connor has stepped up to fight as a reserve after a 3 year lay off due his army career. Now that the pandemic has subsided, we are hoping to still see Connor show NZ why he used to be one of the most dangerous light weights in NZ.
UPDATE: Follow the Hastings floods, Connor is now in the Bay with the army providing aid to those in much need.
Ben Karam - 62kg
Connor Mooney - 62kg - reserve
War On The Shore
War On The Shore
War On The Shore promotion, run alongside Hard Knox gym, is one of the Gold Coasts prestigious shows that feature top Muay Thai contenders.
Tony ‘Killa’ Jaggard is crossing the ditch to take on James ‘Sweet As’ Honey in a 5 round Muay Thai fight.
The camp has been a challenge for Tony as he has battled sickness and changed fight codes from K1 to full Thai rules.
With a focus on elbows and clinch, this will be a war inside and outside of the pocket.
Tony Jaggard - 72kg - FTR 5x3min
Art of War 18
Art of War 18
Art of War 18 - CIty Lee Gar Thai Boxing
AOW is run by the well known Tony Angelov who has been part of the Lee Gar family as a fighter and trainer.
Now the owner and head trainer of City Lee Gar, Tony is well embedded in the NZ Muay Thai community where he brings a world class fight show with top caliber fighters.
We will be flying North to show case Manawatu’s potential as Tivita and Corin take on well known Auckland gyms and their up and coming fighters - SMAC & CKB.
FIghters:
- Corin Braddick - 72kg Pro FTR 3x3min
- Tivita Manuel-Harman - 60kg
Knees of Fury 87
Knees of Fury 87
Knees of Fury
Knees of Fury is a show, run by Ethan Shepp, to which brings life to Hamilton. Ethan has one of the largest and longest running promotions that spans between NZ and Australia.
If you perform in the ring, you gain recognition in Australia. We are lucky enough to have four amateurs competing alongside one of our professional fighters, Zen Neethling.
The gentlemen below have been in camp at one of NZ’s largest martial arts facilities that demands professional training habits. The Art of Combat fighters will not just bring pace, class and power but also an array of dangerous elbows as Zen takes on Oscar Remihana from City Kickboxing.
Fighters:
Zen Neethling - 77kg - Pro FTR 5x3min
Cheyenne Royal-Thompson - 78kg (opponent 81)
Lawrance Prasad - 78kg
Josh Jacoby - 77kg
Ben Duffy - 76kg
Alpha Fight Series #3
Alpha Fight Series - 70kg 8 man tournament
Alpha Fight Series
Peter Hatton’s promotion, Alpha Fight Series, is one of the best shows to be on as a professional sportsman.
Tony ‘Killa’ Jaggard will be competing in an 8 man, 2 months after his last 8 man tournament. - King in the Ring.
With opponents from as far as Bali (Brown Pinas), this pro fight series will be challenging and really test Tony’s ability on an international circuit.
With both, the prize money of $25,000.00, and Tony’s commitment to quit work for a professional kickboxing career. Tony will be coming to win.
Tony Jaggard - 70kg
Apex Muay Thai Warrior
Apex Muay Thai Warrior is one of NZ’s best shows to be a part of.
When a promoter is financially investing in NZ fighters, you know some of the best and hardest working fighters will turn up to perform.
Greg Nesbit, from Urban Sports Gym, is an old timer with the heart of a young buck who provides one of the most intimate and exciting atmospheres within the amateur and pro fight scene.
You will not want to miss the action on the North Shore.
Four of AOC members matched are coming in not just as out of towners, but some as the under dogs as they compete against opponents with double and triple their own fight records.
Taegyn Oldridge - 72kg
Jade Riri - 71kg
Tevita Manual-Harmen - 62kg
Ben Karam - 63kg
Capital Punishment - 3 from 3
King in the Ring
KITR 72kg tournament
Another KITR appearance for Tony ‘Killa’ Jaggard with a twist, 3 fights in one night to be crowned king.
Another fight camp of niggles and injuries has put pressure on the Killa to prepare in a short period of time however, his drive and tenacity will see him to be one of the favourites as he brings the pressure.
Now we are out of the woods, the Auckland venue will be exploding with maximum capacity. This will see a 40 ppl following supporting Killa in Auckland.
Another up and comer to look out for is Corin Braddick, a friend to Art of Combat who regularly trains with the team and will be shifting to AOC July 1st. This will create an exciting fight if the two are drawn to fight one another.
Capital Punishment 59 - Wellington
Capital Punishment 59 - Wellington
Another fast paced fight show held by MTI Wellington gym owner Mark Hampton.
With two matches confirmed and several more looming, another busy night on the cards for AOC:
Matt Oldridge - 78kg
Ben Karam - 61kg
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King in the Ring
King in the Ring
KITR running during lockdown. What a treat for Tony ‘Killa’ Jaggard. With the current climate of Covid-19 and the limited numbers, 100 spectators, this fight will be one to watch on Duke.
This will be Tony’s first fight with Art of Combat as we learn to train and fight together.
The camp has been a roller coaster with niggles but the determination that drives Killa is dangerous.
Fighting a pro boxer turned kickboxer, Marcus Heywood, this fight will bring fireworks.
Don’t miss the action on TV NZ’s very own channel, Duke.
Underground - Lion Pit
Underground - Lion Pit Wellington
A action packed underground fight series where you cannot get any closer to the fighters. This fight show is for the spectators as you stand next to the ropes and feel the intensity of the fight as you are an arms length away. With 5 fighters competing, and limited tickets, get in fast!
Hunia Tihema - 60kg
Jade Riri - 74kg
Ben Karam - 62kg
Ethan Bell - 76kg
Matt Oldridge - 78kg
Grapplers Nation
Monthly grappling tournament held in Manawatu, hosted by Combat Room.
Support and roll with locals.
Members competing from AOC, TBC
Capital Punishment
Capital Punishment 54
Capital Punishment 54 - One of Wellingtons most consistent promotions. Mark and his team bring a fast action packed night that runs to the clock. Don’t blink as we have:
The return of:
Amba @ 55kg
Jade @ 77kg
Taani @ 102kg
Night of Assassins
Night of Assassins, run by the master Kyle Gallacher, will be a night to remember. They breed them hard in Wanganui and come to fight.
We have several fighters competing:
Shaun Pritchard @ 95kg
Jade Riri @ 68kg
Grapplers Nation
Monthly grappling tournament held in Manawatu, hosted by Combat Room.
Support and roll with locals.
From AOC we have Hamster Man aka Steeve Looker competing on Sat.