Denham vs. Neun
Thomas Denham carries a professional MMA record of 4-2-0. Fresh off a 57 second title win against David Wilson three weeks ago, Denham is the current Knuckleforce Light Heavyweight champion. Denham comes from a wrestling background, in which he was the highest ranked Freestyle wrestler in the country for his age and division, for 7 consecutive years (between the ages of 12 and 20). Denham traded wrestling for MMA just over a year ago and debuted with losses against Anthony Taylor and then, Rab Truesdale, before going on to notch up 4 wins. His contribution to his community in the form of teaching wrestling to local youths saw him earn the privilege of carrying the 2012 Olympic torch through his hometown of Darlington.
Keddles and MMA Den fighter, Mike ‘The Nightmare’ Neun walks into the BAMMA cage with a record of 3-1-0. Coming from a Muay Thai background of 6 years, Neun has earned the following titles: The ISKA Southern Area Muay Thai title, the ISKA Southern Area Semi Pro/Amateur MMA title and the Fight Scene Pro MMA title. His last fight at BAMMA 10 saw him caught with an unfortunate 8 second KO at the hands of Sam Mensah, who is also returning to the cage for BAMMA 11.
Denham said:
“I'm feeling great about fighting on BAMMA. It’s a huge step up and I'm ready to take it. I believe it’s going to be a great fight and whether I win via submission, KO or TKO, one thing is for sure….. I'm going to win. The fans can expect a great show and a good fight. I’ll be leaving my all in there. My message to BAMMA fans is: Don't miss it!”
Mike Neun said:
"What can I say? I'll be ready for the fight and I’ll be ready for Thomas. I got stopped early in my last fight and I'm ready for working the hardest I've ever worked leading up to this. I'm ready for vengeance. I'm ready for an out and out war if Thomas brings it. I've got big respect for Thomas as he's tough, but The Nightmare is coming and there’ll be no waking up!"
Fisher vs. Vital
Hailing from the North East, Andrew Fisher started his career at Lightweight and brings a record of 10-4-1 and a spate of 1st round finishes. His few losses have come against fighters that include Martin Stapleton and Paul Sass; while his one draw was against Daniel Thomas. With the majority of his victories via submission and the Supremacy Fight Challenge Lightweight title to his name, Fisher’s last contest saw him drop to Featherweight to defeat Danny Welsh. Fisher’s spar partners include names such as Phil De Fries, Andy Ogle and Curt Warburton and he has recently signed with G4 MMA Fighters management. Fighting out of London Fight Factory, Brazilian Diego Vital (9-3-0) can also boast that none of his wins have gone the distance; as 8 of his 9 wins have come via 1st round submission, and 7 of the 9 via Rear Naked Choke. Like Fisher, Vitals’ few losses have come at the hands of challenging opponents and include a Split Decision loss to Tim Newman at BAMMA 5 and a 3rd round loss to Rob Sinclair at BAMMA 7.
Andrew Fisher said:
“Thank you to BAMMA for having me on the show: I'm really looking forward to the chance to show BAMMA fans what I can do. Diego is an extremely tough fight for anyone in the Featherweight division and his grappling is excellent; but I don't think he's as well rounded as me and I think that'll be why I'll have the advantage. I am expecting this fight to go the distance.”
BAMMA’s Head of Talent Relations, Jude Samuel, said:
“Denham versus Neun brings your classic Striker-Wrestler match-up, as both fighters have proved themselves to be among the best in their respective disciplines. Neun got caught early by Mensah at BAMMA 10 and hasn’t yet got to show BAMMA fans what an exceedingly exciting and ruthless striker he is. Now he’s hungry for the win and I fully expect him to 100% bring the fight. Denham is great for the division as he brings exemplary wrestling into the mix, which is a stand-out skill for a British fighter. I honestly can’t wait for this and completely expect fans to be on the edge of their seats. “Fisher versus Vital showcases two fighters with a spectrum of experience and a history of first round finishes; and both guys have faced some gruelling opponents. Vital’s making his comeback and will be looking to make his mark at BAMMA 11 but Fisher is every part the challenge. I guarantee this will be one exciting, exciting match!”
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