Probably the biggest fight of 2007 has now been agreed with Newark’s Dean Sugden taking on the legendary Lex Easdon for the IKF world middle weight title on March 10th in Newark. This will be Deans ultimate test as he his moving up from light middle weight where he holds the WKA title to face the man regarded as the undisputed world middle weight champion. This kickboxing extravaganza is to be held at the new 4000 capacity exhibition hall at Newark showground and will feature some of the best kickboxers on the circuit including, 8 man elimination champion Steve Swinburn, WAKO pro British champion Shawn Burton and Australian champion Tim Drury.

Good luck Lex!

Dead,

I wouldn't mind being on that bill with you.lol. keep me in mind, Respect Leif

Lol. Sos DEAN !!

Cant wait, any idea who im fighting yet Phil? Also can you email me the poster for our show so i can put it on our shows thread!!

Emailed it to you yesterday mate. If it hasn't come through give me a call at the gym and i will resend it.

send it to my work email mate cos i aitn at home now

shawn.burton@lincoln.gov.uk

Great match up! Good luck to both.
Really hope you get the full 4000 - we will all be there from the south.

Guess who's available for the winner :)

Carl Dave Edwards has retired now, so i dont think hes on offer ;)

Good Luck Lex.

sounds like a wicked show!

LOL at Shawn!

Why is it so far away? (time not distance)

Lex is one tough cookie , congratulation on Dean for taking thi sone .. and im sure he'll rise to the challange !!

All the best Dean

good luck lex :D

Hi Lee, We have another show already scheduled for November 18th which is a dinner show featuring kickboxing and white collar boxing. This has been planned for quite some time and proceeds are going to a local charity so we need to concentrate on getting this show out of the way first.
The details for the dinner show will be put on here next week along with any the matches that have been confirmed.

Why IKF ? There is a lot more reputuble assossiation around than this ?

OK I will let you off then. lol!

Gay boy, i think its because Lex is IKF world champion?? right?? also i see the IKF bein used more and more and i believe it is becoming more respected and recognised!!

What about Michael Johnson vs Tim Drury??

boom boom didnot realise lex held the IKF version. Also i have had bad experience with the IKF. i will explain next time i see you.

boom boom didnot realise lex held the IKF version. Also i have had bad experience with the IKF. i will explain next time i see you.

who do you think will win and why?

I am not sure if he does but i seem to think he as, i will check their rankings!! Sorry who is gay boy?

Dean is a good friend of mine, so i am confident in him, its gonna be a tough tough test so testiment to dean for taking this fihgt, a lot of people called him when he won his world title, no1 can question this choice of opponent!!

rankings from IKF website

1) IC: Lex Easdon, Paisley, Scotland, 43-2/33, 5'9", 164, 9-15-60, HM: 01418842146, MB: 07977760747 or kirg84@yahoo.com

2) Thomas Longacre, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, 26-1/19, Pro Team; 2-0/2, 160, 10-24-77, Dale Cook, (918) 627-7070, - (5-4-06)

3) EC: Austin Caverley, Worcester, England, 32-4/8, 6' 1", 75kg, Need DOB, Steve Humphrey, +44 (0) 1386 48452.

4)BC: Dean Sugden, Newark, England

I know both fighters and have been a friend of deans for some years.I have seen both fight. My thoughts are this. lex may be to strong for Dean but he must be coming to the end of his career?. big respect to Dean for fighting such a reputable fighter and its nice to see lex out of his own back door, scotland.I will go to see this one .unfortunatly i have no one on at this time myself so i mite be located proping the bar up. lol.If deen users his kicks and keeps out of range he could win on points. Lex can bang and has a lot of experience.A vary interesting fight ? What you think Shawn

both are goog fighters, i think Lex will be too powerful, look forward to the winner fighting john orchard (if hes back up to their weight that is). Sounds like a good show with shawn burton and steve swinburn too!

the thing a lot of people do give Dean credit for is his boxing, he can bang with both hands and kicks like a mule, head and body!! i also think that if the whole of Newark gets behind him, which they seem to do, that alone will bring out even more quality from Dean!! I just hope that he gets the full preperation on his fight and not too much on match making!! but hes a professional person and i am sure he will manage both well!!

Cant wait for the show!!

Gay boy whats your identity??

yes i will be there.This one interests me . Lets all hope dean can pull it off. Is he going to hang his gloves up after this one? he has a good gym and may put all his effort into this. Fighting is not everything and some times when you put all your eforts into your fighters you produse great fighters. Although dean has prodused these over the years.Hows Big dave and the boys?

yes i will be there.This one interests me . Lets all hope dean can pull it off. Is he going to hang his gloves up after this one? he has a good gym and may put all his effort into this. Fighting is not everything and some times when you put all your eforts into your fighters you produse great fighters. Although dean has prodused these over the years.Hows Big dave and the boys?

Kepp us MASAC lads informed Dean luks like a bill we would love to get on!!!

we will keep you all informed via our website www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk so add us to your favourites....

As far as the IKF is concerned, although it is not one of the traditional 'big three' (wako, wka, iska) the IKF is big in the states and is the only governing body that regularly updates its website and rankings etc, and is at least as credible as the others these days, IMO.

Best o' luck Lex from all your buddies.

This looks to be a great night of fights.

Dean is very focussed on this fight, and is taking on a creditable fighter who will bring out the best in him.

Dean will have the local support to push him on, Good Luck and we know you will give this your all Dean.

Can't wait for this show....

It's going to be a BIG ONE!!!!!!!!!

GOOD Luck LEX I think u will win all the best

GOOD Luck LEX I think u will win all the best

I've known Dean for some time now and he will be in the best shape of his life both physically and mentally for this one. I have read alot about Lex recently and hats off to him he is a true warrior, but i believe Dean will be to much of a hand full for him.
The atmosphere will be incredible on the night when the whole of Newark chears the New IKF Middle Weight Champion Dean Sugden.

Hi
dean thanks for that email i left message your phone today sunday i have two new fighters very good just moved here its like winning the lottery very very good lads.if we could get 1 or both on i speak to you later

dell

dell ... trying to email you can you email me cause the address i have aint workin mate

Good luck Dean

DALE TRIED EMAIL YOU MATE CANT GET TO WORK SO RING ME AT 01553 673980 0R 07952036732
CHEERS DELL

DALE TRIED EMAIL YOU MATE CANT GET TO WORK SO RING ME AT 01553 673980 0R 07952036732
CHEERS DELL

DALE TRIE

THIS MY GYM EMAIL ADDRESS OR RING ME.

dellmanndell@aol.com

DALE
IM IN THE GYM ALL DAY CONTACT ME ANYTIME
DELL

Gay Boys the lads and Big Dave are great, keeping really busy till christmas now, got our show 7 Oct which i hope you come to, Deans in November, Dell Manns n December and one of our fighters has been given a massive opportunity in December somewhere to, i am sure more news on this will unfold in the next few weeks ;-)

ok shawn thanks for that would like to visit your show again. its been some time.should see you at deans.

Gay boy, whats your real name? i am still unsure!!

Wouldn't swear to it but i think that the IKF title is the one that Lex hasn't won and the title is currently vacant, until Dean and Lex meet. Then hopefully it will be on display at Newark Martial Arts Centre.

We're gonna need to get a bigger display cabinet.....

I am really please to annnouce a fantastic fight on the undercard for the

Intercontinental Title "Low Kick" Title 10 x 2 min rounds (66.8kg) max between

Tim Drury (Australian, Commenwealth Champion)versus Edward Krauklis (Latvia).

Both fighters have exceptional records so this really will be a cracker.

If any trainers want their fighters on this bill please email me at the above. If any fighters want to fight on this bill PLEASE ask your trainers to ring me or email me ASAP.

Yours In Sport!

Dean

Dean,

ME ME ME , LOL

DEAN
DONT FORGET MY OTHER LATVIAN GOOD TO GET EM BOTH ON THAT SHOW.

Good luck dean best ov luck wiv the show m8 i deffo b there fightin or spectatin cheers

Hey dean

just thought id post tim drury the azy whos fightin my lad your show hope he fights as good as he looks he will need to and some.

Hey dean

And his fight record i will put my lad on soon just getin best pic for here and the web

cant wait this fight will be a cracker...!!!!!!

TIM DRURY AUSTRALIA WKA PRO CHAMPION

27 FIGHTS 20 WINS 6 LOSSES 1 DRAW.

TIM DRURY AUSTRALIA WKA PRO CHAMPION

27 FIGHTS 20 WINS 6 LOSSES 1 DRAW.

COBRA GYM KINGS LYNN EDWARD KRAUKLIS

30 FIGHTS 30 WINS 25 KOS !!!!!!

PICTURE SOON !!!!!!

JUST THOUGHT POST THIS EMAIL I JUST RECIEVED FROM THE MAN HIMSELF TIM DRURY AUSTRAILIA
WHOS FIGHTIN ON DEANS SHOW MARCH FOR THE INTERCONTINENTAL TITLE AGAINST MY LAD VERY SPORTING CANT WAIT MEET HIM ALSO.!!!


Hi Dell.
Thanks for the email, look forward to meeting you and your fighter.
I am sure we will put on a great fight on the night, and I wish your fighter luck also.
Regards,
fitenfit_tim@yahoo.com
Tim Drury

This show is going to be massive, so much interest and its still 6 months away amazing !!

I have had a few people asking me to put there name forward 4 the show, drop me an email Dean and i will give you details!

Dean can be reached at the following e-mail

dean@newarkmartialarts.co.uk

Just had cofirmation that Shawn "Boom Boom" Burton is going to fight one of Dell's Manns Latvians on our November Show.

November 18th - Dinner Show "White Collar Boxing" and Professional KickBoxing will now feature

7 rounds International Contest
Shawn Burton (Lincoln) versus Dollars Mikalasky (Latvia c/o Cobra Gym Kings Lynn)

I am pleased to say both Latvians will feature on the undercard of the March Show. Many thanks to Dell Mell and Big Dave and their fighters for their support and bein so easy to deal with.

That means Shawn Burton ans Barinder Singh is off in Dec Becuase the fight they have accepted is to close to my date Dec 3rd. What a shame ! Barinder will just have to fight some one else.

Good Fight to put on Dean, great to see it coming together for you.
Respect Leif

Jag,

Wot bout Andy Burton,( Spartan ) he should be back fit for that date no probs, if Shawn unable to do it.

Respect Leif

I too was a bit surprised to see your announcement of the fight in Dec between Shawn and B as Shawn has always been down to fight on my show. All we have done is switch his opponent as he wants to fight the best not only in this country but also test himself against top International opposition.

Shawn gave away weight and fought Arid Mikalson from Norway twice. In the last fight Shawn gave Arid some major problems and I believe will give Dollars the fight of his life. Dollars is I am sure a quality fighter, the Latvians are very strong and both come highly rated by Dell.

Shawn I am pleased to say has always fought on my shows and I am delighted to bring him this opportunity to mix it at this level.

I am very pleased to bring this fight to Newark and look forward to working with Dell Mann.

Shawn under the guidance of Big Dave has proved once again he is prepared to fight anyone anytime.

Dean,

I have only had the pleasure of fighting on yr show once but it was great, the Newark crowd still gave me great support even though fighting Chad. Hope to one day fight on one of yrs again
Respect Leif

Leif

You were a pleasure to work with and I am sure we will see you again...very soon!

Will come back to you shortly on March 10th 2007 my friend.

Respect

Dell

Thought that was Edwards record you just referred to...

May be its me thats lost the plot, please confirm my friend! Earlier in this thread you quoted that record for Edward.

Respect

Dean

YES ME GOT IT WRONG SORRY

No Suprises dean i told you when i met you on show the fight was going ahead on my show. and you now why the fight has been swithed so dont be to suprised my friend.

SORRY DEAN THIS IS DOLLARS RECORD.


25 FIGHTS 25 WINS 15 BY WAY OF KNOCK OUT

THE OTHER IS EDWARDS RECORD SORRY FOR THAT.

MYSELF AND MY TEAM ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT FIGHT

THANKS FOR PUTTING ME RIGHT.

Dean,

Thanks, How about me against Charlie Buxton ???

Got told tonight, gonna be a toughy and research will have to be made on him, but the only way to improve is to fight the guys at the top, it aint just the winnin that improves a fighter in my opinion, and either way i think this will be a great experience, one too gd to waste, thanks Dean, Biggy and Dell for sorting this out.

Also sorry if me taking this fihgt has caused me and the team to upset anyone, that was not our intentions!!

SHAUN LIKE I SAID IN A EARLIER THREAD.
WERE COMING TO LINCOLN 7TH TO CHEER YOU ON AND WANT TO SEE SOME BOOM BOOM ME AND MY 20 PLUS VIPS ..

SO AGAIN GOOD LUCK MATEY AND AS FOR THE NOV 18TH AGAIN MAY THE BEST MAN WIN
SEE YOU 7TH PS YOU WIN THE LIMOS YOURS FOR THE NIGHT LOL LOL

excuse me Dell but he can only have 2 limos remember 1 is mine .lol.
Anyway Shawn and Andy and Robbie would only cramp my style, lol eh guys.

Respect Leif

Jag
Thanks for your comments mate, but for the record i was surprised when you told me the other week. If you remember i told you then that Shaun was supposed to be on our show.

Back to March 10th
If anyone wants to fight Shaun Burton WKA & WAKO Pro 63.5kg British Champion on March 10th in Newark, Andy Burton, Barrinder Singh, Julian Konate, Daniel Dredds Scott. Please ask your trainer to call me or email me. Shaun is already confirmed on this show and for the record his trainer Big Dave has said he would fight anyone out of the Top 3,4 fighters in the country. This will be for the Golden Belt British Title over 7 x 2 rounds to decide who is No.1 Full COntact fighter in UK.
Likewise Steve Swinburn will be moving up in weight and fighting for the 66.8kg max Golden Belt British Title. I am still waiting on final confirmation but have invited already some of the top fighters in this weight division to take up the challenge.

Dean my record is 27 fights 20 wins 6 losses 1 no contest 14 ko's.

Is there a full line up for the November show?

NICE PLACE FOR A TEAR UP MARCH 10TH

HEY DEAN HOPE THE HOSPITALS NOT TO FAR AWAY TO TAKE THAT TIM DRURY AUSTRAILIAN WE ARE FIGHTING LOL LOL

THATS GONNA BE ONE HELL OF A FIGHT TWO REAL HARD NUTS ITLL BE FANTASTIC TO SEE WHICH ONE BREAKS FIRST !!!!!!!!!

HI SHAUN C U 7TH AND GOOD LUCK BOOM BOOM

Dell,

Kelham Hall is a great venue and the atmostphere is brill but the March show is at the Newark Showground, I have been to both and when Dean fought for his World Title at the showground it was electric


Here is me with Dean after his win.

Hmmm, seems like there are alot of politics involved with which promotor gets the B v Shawn fight. Seems a bit sneaky though to accept a fight on one show and then pull out without any good reason.

SORRY YEAH NOVEMBER VENUE KELHAM HALL A GREAT VENUE IN THAT PIC ABOVE

TIM DRURY AUSTRALIA JUST SENT ME HIS FIGHT PROFILE

FIGHTING ON DEANS SHOW MARCH 10

AGAINST COBRA GYMS EDWARD KRAUKLIS. FOR THE INTERCONTINENTAL TITLE

2X AUSTRALIAN PRO CHAMP ..2 X SOUTH PACIFIC PRO CHAMP.
67kgs 173cms
1. Birthdate/star sign
6/1/77 - Capricorn
2. Place of birth
Fairfield, NSW
3. Occupation
Child Protection Officer
4. Amateur record
18F 13W 4L 1D
5. Pro record
14F 12W 2L
6. Martial arts experience
Kung-Fu 5yrs
7. Most memorable fight
My first title fight for the ISKA East Coast Title against Damon O'grady. I suffered a fractured rib at training in the days preceding the fight but there was no way, being my first title shot, I was going to pass it up. After each of us knocking the other down I then dominated the fight and gained the victory. The pain from the rib was excruciating but the Belt helped ease my suffering!
8. Toughest opponent
Difficult to say as most opponents are very tough. Probably Dave Hoy as I felt I hit him with everything I had but he stood his ground and gave plenty back.
9. Dream fight you would want to be in
World Kickboxing Title shot. I'd also love to fight overseas and on some high profile local shows.
10.Favourite fighter you respect
'John' Wayne Parr. Though I haven't met him personally, his conduct in and out of the ring is exemplary. He respects and thanks those who support him and is happy to jump on the Forum and exchange views.
I also have a huge respect for Kostya Tszyu. A true World Champion who doesn't trash talk but rather lets his ring craft and skills do the talking.
Both these men give freely of their time and dedication to build their respective sports.
11.Best and worst aspects of the fight game
Best: Meeting good people in the sport; some of whom I may fight but then later have a beer as friends afterwards. Being part of a great gym at 108 Supalek with great support. Also the satisfaction of training to the peak of your abilities and endurance, often at great personal sacrifice.
Worst: Dishonesty and deception from those in the game totally for themselves. Being unable to get the right fights and opportunities. Also the frustration at being unable to give up my current job in order to fight fulltime (due to financial commitments)
12.Favourite techniques
Hard kicks, uppercuts and body rips.
13.Superstitions or unusual pre-fight practices
I try not to fool around in the sack for at least a week before the fight. Pretty frustrating but I believe the results are worth it. (Ed: Not sure if Danni would concur with that!)
14.In 10yrs, how would you like to be remembered
To be thought of in a similar way to my favourite fighters. Also for people to know I always take fights, give 110% and try to give back to younger fighters the experience I have learnt. I would love to win a World Title in acknowledgement of my dedication to training.
15.Other comments
This sport has been the best thing to happen in my life. I live by it and will continue to. It has helped me in many ways and once I retire from fighting I will give what I have gained to the future generation and hope they feel the same gratification as I have. My appreciation to all the Supalek guys especially my trainer Ray Hay.

Dell,

I did an exhibition bout with Deans son Chad at the last Kelham Hall show in July, it felt great coming out there, the showground is also great, the atmostphere created was like I said Electric and it has the bigger capacity.
Kelham Hall has got to be seen for the history it holds though. I really loved it, it is really an amazing building.

Respect Leif.

PS. C U next week,

LEIF THE LIMO AWAITS EMAIL ME YA MOBILE ILL CONTACT YOU WHEN WE GET LINCOLN YOU CAN COME OUT HAVE SOME FIGHT PICS DONE IN AND OUTSIDE THE LIMO
GOOD FOR PR AND YA CRED LOL LOL EMAIL ME VIA MY PROFILE

Dell are you doing town witht he lads after?

Leif - You are right my friend. Nov - Kelham Hall
March - Newark Showground at The New Exhibition Hall, George Stephenson. Home to the World's Largest International Antique Fair. After Party at The Cedric Ford Pavillion with Live Band and complimentary food for fighters and trainers / vips.

Shawn - Full line up to go up shorlty.

Jonc - Personally dont do Politics!
Just so you are aware The fight in March between B AND Shawn was offered to Jag before he even thought about doing a show in Dec! Speak to him if you wish to confirm. The offer is still open, I have tried to keep these dealings of this website.

MYBE A DONT KNOW WILL RING YOU

DEAN SORRY MATEY GOT PICS WRONG VENUE ANYWAY ITS PROMOTIN THE SHOW

Thanks for confirmation Dean - i'm not questioning any offer made to fight in March, that is between you and Jag and as you say should be kept off the website.

But i'm pretty sure that fight wouldn't have been accepted, only to be declined when a more favourable offer came along - unlike what has happened here re: Dec 3rd show.

JonC - I dont think that was the case, that this is not about a more favourable offer...its about Big Dave not being happy with the way Shawn has been contacted direct on some of these dealings / discussions.

My view is that Trainers and Promoters should talk about fights and fighters should be allowed to concentrate on what they do best which is fighting.

Personally I want to talk to other trainers and not direct to fighters. I would not dream of ringing B up direct and offering him this fight.

For the record...I have offered it to Jag on numerous occasions. Not just because its a good ticket seller. But because I have been promoting both fighters from when they first started and Newark is in the middle of Leic and Lincoln.

Regardless whether or not the fight between Shawm and B goes ahead, this show will be amongst the very best full contact shows in 2007. As people who have been to the shows in Newark before know the atmosphere is always excellent and this time it will be even better with the exhibition hall having a 4000 capacity, this will be the venue to compete at. With fighters such as Dean Sugden, Lex Easden, Austrailias Tim Drury, Shawn Burton, Steve Swinburn, Latvia's Edward Krauklis plus many more top class fighters all under the same roof.
Reading through this thread it dissapoints me to read all the tittle tattle about who said what, when and why. We should be trying to promote the sport with the very best tallent around ready to compete against each other rather than getting drawn into fight politics.

OK HERES EDWARD KRAUKLIS. COBRA GYM KINGS LYNN

WHOS FIGHTING TIM DRURY FROM OZZZZ.

OK HERES EDWARD KRAUKLIS. COBRA GYM KINGS LYNN

WHOS FIGHTING TIM DRURY FROM OZZZZ.

lex is looking good very fast,strong and FIT GOOD LUCK LEX respect

Any takers for Barry Lock?

March 10th - Gonna be one of the biggest shows in Full Contact ever! World Title Intercontinental British Titles x 2.

Come on guys if you are bt 54-58kg and want to be regarded as one of the best in Britain.

Get your coach to call me or email your details. If you want details of Barry's record please call or email me. He will fight anyone, will anyone fight him????

November 18th
Also I am looking for an opponent for Jamie Norkett (bt 80-85kg)in November.

Jamie has had 10 wins 1 loss 1 draw in Full Contact. plus 1 x Thai (win).

5 rounds F/C prestige bout or Thai considered - purse and expenses paid.

Kash Gill has 2 good lads at that weight, Sunny Hira and paul Collins, you could try him!

Dean,

Am I still ok for March show ?? It would be great sharing the bill with my great m8 Baz again.

Respect Leif

have fought sunny before winning on points, but not an exciting match at all both styles just toataly clashed, have also moved back down a weight since that fight in 2004

Hey Baz,

How u doin m8 ??

What weight you fighting at Barry?

Shawn, Baz is bout 54 - 55kg

Sorry to hijack...hi Barry, sorry I have not replied to your last mail mate, been really busy, but will get on it this week.

Hi leif hows it goin lil buddy,yea shawn am at -55 -56 this is the weight i really need to stay in cause if i move back up you also got the lads coming down so this makes a lot of differance specialy in the lower weight divisions!

no probs collin, will be good to hear from you mate

looks like a real good show you got planned dean getting some good replys here

i AM ON THE MARCH SHOW, SO GET YR TICKETS NOW . LOL LOL LOL

Mark Ellwood The Wild Thing will fight on this show. Mark and myself have been great friends / sparring partners now for many years. He recently fought Darren Forrest after nearly 3 years out of the ring. I had never seen Darren down before this one. Mark is in great shape for this one and any body who was there in Hull the other week will have witnessed life in the old dog yet.

He was devastating and showed why people still talk about him to this day. It will be a priveledge to be on the same bill.

Well Done Mark!

I am pleased to announce 2 x MORE great fights to the undercard on March 10th.

Cruiser Weight -
Jamie Norkett ISKA English Champion at 82.5kg versus Marlon The Game Hunt WAKO Amateur British Champion 84kg.

Both fighters have only lost once in over 10 contest and are willing to put them selves to test in what is sure to be a great fight.

Welterweight -
Ryan "The Hammer" Hamer WAKO PRO British Champion versus Steve "Stone Cold" Swinburn ISKA British Champion and winner of 8 man tournament 2006.

All fighters and trainers are putting politics to one side so we can get these great domestic dust ups on.

Good Luck to all fighters! and thanks to trainers involved in making these fights happen.

its great to have something to look forward to in 2007 already. missed mark ellwoods performance in hull last month so really looking forward to seeing him fight. what a great show this is gonna be to start the year off

Hope you can find this thread now 10andout

Hope you can find this thread now 10andout

Ha ha! just followed you in Moley, thanks!

what weer the fight records

who won out of andy mann and steve swinburn

results on kelham hall diner show thread

For all of those who supported our Dinner Show last night (18th Nov) thank you all for making the night amazing. There was some fantastic fights finishing off with Shawn Burton winning the european EFK title. Now this show has finished it's time to start moving on with March 10th, Dean Sugden v Lex Easdon, if you thought last night was good then make sure you get your tickets for the next show because you ain't seen nothing yet!

Barry - I got you matched and sent you an email. Great News also looks like John Lawson will be making a comeback on this show.

For those of you who dont know John is a former World Champion and great fighter.

This show is gonna be awesome!!

What weight is John making his comeback at?

-63.5kg mate

Hi Dean,

Are Chad and I still starting the show off with our demonstration bout ??

yes mate! Dont panic you will get to showcase your skills!

Just wanna say good luck to Lex with this fight. I had the pleasure of fighting him catchweight KBLK on sunday and came away with a very close points win. Lex is a true champion and took the fight on 2 days notice. Really nice guy too so good luck mate.

This is going to be one amazing show with some great fighters and im sure Dean will show us once again what an amazing fighter he is and bring it home for NMA.

Big Bird,
Welcome to ax. lol. lol. lol.

Hi Big Bird, welcome to Ax!

thanks guys i finally made it.......had to be on here to post abt the fight of next year which both u guys are on i believe.....something to look forward to for definate its gonna be awesome.xx

Yeah im fighting Andy, should be a good fihgt, i trust i will hear you cheering for me!

yeah loads of shouting for Burton LOL

Geordie .. did i read that right mate, you fought Lex under Low kick rules ?

u know who i'll be shouting for chick........all my fav boys. the only fight i got problem with who to shout for on is chad n leif gonna have to do a bit of both

Finally back on ax its taken me ages lol!!!
Good luck dean always rising to a good challenge
Cant wait for this one i love fighting at newark
top show and brilliant support.

you ready for the all dayer tomorrow boom boom

yes i had the pleasure of reffing lexes last fight which he took on very short notice was still looking sharp though forght a strong kid who beat him on points i think a newcastle lad wow he looks a promising contender for future watch out yall. its a goldbelt fight in march though not i.k.f. good look lads

Just like to know how old is Lex Easdon now ??

Just like to know how old is Lex Easdon now ??

Is it right he is 47 years old.?????

And Mark now you not so angry at us all can you get your spelling right,
you are standing up for what you believe in golden real belts ,!!

hi mate was never angry at anyone some of my topics were a bit heated and touched a few raw nerves with some people i was just stating some very true facts and i cant spell a bit thick in that dept yes lex seems to be getting on a bit but fights like a young man should be a good scrap

Hi Mark,
Just still like to know as you out there for Golden Belt how much those REAL GOLDEN belts cost??? for us promoters that is

and how old is Lex Easdon.??

And what do we have to do to fight for a golden belt titles.???????

3 Questions i would like answers to please.

number 1 not sure dont wanna upset the guy but i would say about 40
number 2 im sure the belts are worth about £2,600.00 some are worth more than others british european world amature and pro.
number 3 anyone can fight you only have to contact goldenbelt and talk they will work with you dell.

Im not 100% sure but i heard Lex was in his late 40's , looks well for it mind .

Mark .. was lex's last fight full contact or low kick ?

what was the guys name that beat Lex??? Maybe it should be him fighting for the world title instaed?

Big Bird,
Chad and I are doing a demonstration fight to start the show off so no winner or loser so just shout your heart out for us both

Hi mate his last fight was a low kick bout not his field i dont think. not an agressive fighter but very skilled.

Wasnt it Craig Jose he fought? He comes on here, think hes a thai fighter tho!

Cheers mark .. can anyone verify Lex's age then ?

Just read a fight report from March 2000 and it said Lex was 39 at the time, sot hat makes him what? 45?

Shawn 'Boom Boom' Burton


2006-09-16 11:17:58 ( time)


Shawn 'Boom Boom' Burton writes:

rankings from IKF website

1) IC: Lex Easdon, Paisley, Scotland, 43-2/33, 5'9", 164, 9-15-60, HM: 01418842146, MB: 07977760747 or kirg84@yahoo.com

2) Thomas Longacre, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, 26-1/19, Pro Team; 2-0/2, 160, 10-24-77, Dale Cook, (918) 627-7070, - (5-4-06)

3) EC: Austin Caverley, Worcester, England, 32-4/8, 6' 1", 75kg, Need DOB, Steve Humphrey, +44 (0) 1386 48452.

4)BC: Dean Sugden, Newark, England


Lex's date of birth - 15 September 1960

which makes Lex 46 .. cheers shawn , oh im sure he'll appreciate his home and mobile number on an internet forum too , is that straight off the site ? lol

yeah its from the IKF site, dno if its his or his coaches/promoters

Does Dean or Lex still hold any other world titles?

I don't think Lex still holds one now but i may be wrong and i heard Dean no longer holds his but i can't confirm that , id rather Dean confirmed it as i know what its like on here for people jumping the gun !!

Looking forward to Amsterdam Bee ? ....... im only a little bit jealous !

hi guys sorry about the late reply but been busy lately, yeah i normally fight thai rules but Lex is top draw and i like to have hard fights, like i said he took the fight with 2 days notice and it was still a very hard fight for me. Snail it was with low kick mate, it meant i missed using my knee but a good learning experience.

hi guys sorry about the late reply but been busy lately, yeah i normally fight thai rules but Lex is top draw and i like to have hard fights, like i said he took the fight with 2 days notice and it was still a very hard fight for me. Snail it was with low kick mate, it meant i missed using my knee but a good learning experience.

Cheers Geordie , and well done mate

Snail... I heard the same thing. I'm well looking forward to Amsterdam get your ticket and get on that plane boring old fart!!!! lol

Snail - Re AM i current World Champion? Good Question! I believe I still am the WKA World Light Middle Full Contact Champion.

However there was some discusion about me defending abroad and i stipulated that my first defence should be in my home town. This subject was disputed for some time...If you look at WKA web site today I am still listed as The Current World Champion.

In the melee of all the discusions I started planning my next move (challenge). It was to move up in weight and fight someone I regarded as a Ring Legend. And someone who truly can be described as The Undisputed Middleweight Champion OF THE World.

That title could not be questioned and Lex's record as a Professional Full Contact fighter is second to none.

50 fights 48wins 1 draw 1 loss (39 KO's). Including win in 2005 of 8 man 75kg tournament inc George Kampitas.

His wins include some of the most prolific fighters the UK have ever produced.

I have campaigned at both weights previously, but it is fair to say this is the biggest challenge yet.

As the current Light Middle World Champion I asked myself should I try and become a 2 weight World Champion. I had the opportunity as I was ranked in the Top 10 in the World by the IKF as I had campaigned at this weight previously.

Lex is the No.1 according to the IKF, the rest speaks for itself. Originally this was a IKF World Title Fight.

Barrinder - You are a little naive to suggest this fight Low Kick Fight (loss) has any purpose or bearing on my fight with Lex in March other than an opportunity to sharpen Lex's skills.

All - Tickets are selling fast and Barry Lock another British NO.1 has confirmed he is to fight John Lawson's top fighter Keith Morris over 7 rounds in a non title bout which I am sure will be another cracker.Thsi match is at 55kg!

Thanks!

Full Contact will out in force March 10th 2007.

Roll on March 10th!!!!! Good Luck Dean!

The Golden Belt is also running a competition to win 2 VIP Ringside Tickets to this event.

Entries to the competition cost £1 and all proceeds go to charity.

For more information or to enter, please check out the Golden Belt Website - http://goldenbeltassociation.com.

leif......dont worry mate i will shout as loud as my lungs will allow......the atmosphere is going to be electric.....

Nice fight for Barry v Keith Morris...Barry, if your looking in, stay off the beer and cakes mate LOL..we will be there to cheer you on.

lol, try me best collin! look forward to meetin up with u an paul again, have a nice christmas mate!

this show is hotting up real good, i think it will be the show of 2007 what with the big names on the under card if you could call such a fight card {under}

good luck Barry, looks loke its gonna be one hell of a show!

Baz,
Hope to c u before then.lol, the comp after that i hope u come to as I will be in there with u lol, seniors. lol. lol.lol. You were mentioned on sunday and there was some great pics. lol.lol.lol.lol.

cheers lads, lookin forward to the show got a busy year next year with some good fights! leif jus hope them pics dont leek out onto the net eh lol, have a good christmas everyone.

Baz,
same back to u m8, c ya in the new year, hoping to get down for some training with u guys at HQ

11 Weeks today until FIGHT night.....BRING IT ON...

Oh yer It's going to be a huge night and awesome way to start of a huge year I also have on NEXT YEAR...HERE's To the end of 2006 and the bringing of good things for 2007.

Will be looking forward to meeting all the fighters, spectators, officials etc at this event.

Oh and yes when planning an Aussie Show will certainly keep some of you guys in mind.

Kind Regards, and Merry Christmas and Happy NEW YEAR

TIM.

Dean, I was't being naive... I thought the fight Lex had was a full contact one and what I am saying is that maybe now Craig Jose earned a world title shot by beating someone who is due to fight for one. So stop getting your knickers in a twist lol!!! Not having a go just presenting my opinion...!

B -While you are on B I have been trying to get Jag to confirm fight with Michael Johnson...Can you ask him to confirm either way cause Michael is waiting to hear?

B -Dont want to get into a AX debate but your opinion / previous comments made i disagree with. You have to look at all the circumstances when making statements about fighters credentials to fight for Titles.

B -Re March 10th - I have offered you fight with Shawn, Dredds and now Michael. If you / Jag dont accept Michael fight that is fine. But i just need to know so we can plan accordingly.

talk to the boss...

be good to see you fight B hope JAG lets dean put you on the fight bill...go on jag make this happen

Jag - You have email! Please let me know ASAP!

i think b v dredds would be a cracking fight
b v edward krauklis would also be good but hes already matched maybe one for the future.

is B fighting?

Dan Had no reply to latest proposed match. I was originally told B would be available but no confirmation yet for Michael Johnson match. Which is a shame cause I think Michael would give B a real test, like Dredds would etc etc.

Promoted B when he first started out, in fact I put him on against Sucky many years ago and it was a tremendous fight. Not so easy to pin down now which is a shame for B cause in my opinion he needs to fight these top fighters in England.

Hope to get a yes cause this is the strongest domestic card i HAVE ever promoted. B should be part of it...

Come on Jag let him go! Left you a couple of messages and sent you an email.

Yours In Sport

Dean

Got to agree with you Dean, B and Michael would be a cracking fight to have on the show. It would be a shame for B to miss out on the chance to fight on the biggest full contact show of 2007.
B i have seen you fight on quite a few occassion and you are quality mate, personally i think you need this fight to look at moving yourself up the ranking to get the title shots you are capable of both domestically and internationally.

I think this fight would be fantastic, I have only seen B fight once but have always admired him and Michael well wot can I say, he has been there for me through all my career in the north east, he has picked me up when down, he has shown me how to take a loss with and still feel good about myself and how to keep my feet firmly on the ground after a win.
Robbie ( Michael ) is a great fighter and needs to fight people like B and the same the other way round, how can we get a true rankings if the fighters do not get to fight each other.
The way I see it is that time is getting close and these are 2 great fighters who when they fight like to give their all, how can this happen if the time to get ready for such a fight is getting shorter.

Respect Leif

Thought I would post that as far as I know B is actually fighting in Feb so would not be able to take a fight. I only know becasue some time ago now I spoke to Jag and he accepted a fight on my show but quickly rememebered that he had already agreed to a fight in Ireland so had to stick to his initial commitment. No problem and I would never try to nick a fight from another show....thou if Dean and Lex wanna come to mine..LOL

i no what show id rather fight on!
newark shows are the best ive fought on dean never does a bad show
well looked after, well organised and always top fights on.
and the support for every fighter is great
all the newark boys work hard to put on the show!!!
with B on the show it would top it off to be a great show
really looking forward to it

Dean- hope your having a good x mas mate and have a good new year look forward to seeing you lot very soon

i didnt mean your show colin lol

I know Barinder well and i doubt very much that he'd avoid anyone deliberately , and im sure Deans show will be great but if you have committed to a show (especially at Barinders level) then you do your best to honour that ! So all credit to Jag for his loyalty ! (take note Jag , it'll be a while before you catch me being nice again lol)

Bee you seem to be the most wanted man in kickboxing at the minute ! lol

Shame - Jag spoke to me ages ago about getting him on so i dont think he could of committed before out discussions started.

It would of been good to have been told he was not available anymore (if this is the case???)

Sorry Michael!

Shame would have been a good fight, hope there is still a chance to get Michael on, always nice to see an ugly sod get mashed up a bit and then pissed on 3 pints of woodpecker and gettin turned down by every bird in the night club lol

Steve - Thanks for those nice comments mate Always welcome feedback from our shows. We have really tried to raise the standard over the last few years so its nice to get recognition.

yeah, saves it being you shawn hahaha

i belive it was me last time! lol missin out on new yr 2 gt reddy 4 my fight in feb started my diet 2 day n i want chips allreddy lol hope every 1 had a gd xmas i no i did n payin the price prob w8 bout 90kg lol

when/where you fighting in Feb Anvil? Good luck mate, im on the wagon too!

Just got back from Amsterdam.... Was wicked!!!
lol Looks like i'm wanted... which makes me feel nice ah..... lol!!!

I'm a fighter, my job is to fight anyone that i'm put in front of. I'm in Ireland 25th Feb then i'm also booked for March aswell i think...

I'm sure me and Robbie will meet in the ring one day... I'm not retiring any time soon so don't worry people i'm sure you'll get to see me against all the fighters that keep being mentioned Shawn, Andy and even Dredds if he's still around... Happy to fight anyone anywhere... Not bothered who and in what order, but i'll leave that up to my coach, that is his job... I'm not out to pimp myself to promoters.. i tried pimping myself in dam, don't think i'll be doing any pimping again lol.... I am Joking by the way! lol....

Happy new year to everyone and I hope you all had a good xmas!!!!!!!

who you fighting B? looking forward to seeing you fight again soon mate

This is a big show and for the record we have been talking to coaches for many months prior to any other discussions about other shows.

In fact I recieved a verbal commitment from your coach B that you would definately be available and since this I have been spending time trying to match you. I have offered fights for this show against Shawn, Dredds and now Michael. Only to find out on AX and not direct from Jag but from others that you are not available.

Dissapointing!

However moving on...the card is now finalised!

I will publish in next few days.

Happy New Year to everyone!

DEAN,

I am really looking forward to this and want to thank you for giving me the chance to a part of it.

Great Respect Leif

Leif Your welcome! show due to start at 5.30pm on the dot. Those of you who have ben to our shows B4 know that they always start on time.

Might have to get you and Chad on just after the doors open so if you want to see what the future holds in terms of Full Contact. Dont be late for the doors are opening at 5.00pm.

Lethal Leif versus Chad Sugden (Great Mates and Great Fighters)

Happy New Year Leif and Best wishes to your Mum and Dad.

looking forward to the show mate not long now

Not long at all now and i cant wait, already started training for it, dint drink or eat that much over christmas, last drink was on the 28th cant wait to get in there and get my kit off for the newark birds lol

Your such a smoothie shawn

dream on burton........

Shawn seems keen , don't tell me ya popped ya cherry over the xmas break and now ya like a kid with a new toy lol

I mean shirt off to fight lads!!

Snail, still in seach of the holey grail im afraid!

Jag - I have left you various messages for you to call me, email me direct or text me but you have chose to respond on here. So be it...but that is not the way I NORMALLY do business.

I have responded to peoples comments to keep them informed.

I think you have elavated Barrinder some what. After our initial discussion about a bout with Shawn if you recall you said to me you would be happy for me to match him against someone else for the figure I emailed and discussed with you.

Has he or is he a World Champion? Why would i WANT to pay that kind of money to B as a purse. We always offer exceptional ticket deals.

Anyway its all academic now really, think you have made a decision and should stick by it. As Snail said and i agree it is very important and honorable to fight on the other show you have committed to. I dont want to put another promoter in the same position you have put me in.

It is a shame that I find out on here he is not available unless i get involved in this strange and bizarre proposition.

I know you like to be in the thick of things Jag but have you turned into WKA president and made me a former World Champion.

What has B and him fighting on my show got to do with me fighting on yours and where the hell did that come from?

That is the first time you have mentioned or asked me to compete on your show. If you are serious give me a call or email me direct dont be silly or Fuck write off!

i think my language was appropriate. The interpretation i will leave to you. If you want me to elaborate ring me or email me direct.

what a thought shawn with his kit off........lol......

... i have never seen ... "lol" ... placed more appropiately

LOL Dale

Jag - Like I said if you are serious about me fighting on your show ring me or email me direct.

With regard to B and March I have already closed it off and have moved on. As stated in earlier email the UNDERCARD is sorted.

When will the full line up be on dean. Cant wait.
just out of curiousity what weight would the B v micheal fight been at.

Love peace and harmony.... yeah right. Knife stab in back seems more appropriate.

Could you please remind me of the titles that Barrinder holds, dont remember him being a world (or former) champion. Surely to offer the same purse is nothing but an insult.

Hey Guys,

A new year a new start, lets not get personal on Ax please !!!!!!

This is not aimed at Dean or Barinder , just an observation but a purse isn't always gauged by what title you have or are going for , ive seen 5 fight novices recieve purses that exceed the purse recieved by the top of the bill title fights on the same show !! simply because they are damn popular and sell the tickets to warrant the purse ! Im not saying Dean and Barinder don't sell ticket because they both blatantly do but im am saying title status does not always decide your purse !

Who are you talking to you little pipsqueek lief!


he he

Snail
Thank you for your explaination.

Jag
My opinion and just like you im entitled to it!

Leif
Happy New Year Chap. Did your mum sort out somewhere to stay in March. Any probs mate get her to contact me.

Hi Moley,

I don't think she has m8, has had loads on so could you check out any family rooms near the venue and let us know please.

s.taggart1@ntlworld.com

Thanks Leif

Snail - Your points are good! I am sure you know this but just in case you dont ALL the facts have not yet been shared on AX!

This is not just about expectation on what someone should get paid.

But reality of life as I know it...As a fighter you get a certain purse depending on your experience and title being contested usually then a ticket deal which allows you to earn as much if not more than the top of the bill. If you do as you say and sell tickets. I have worked with Paul H, Colin Payne , Mick Fowles to name but a few and this is life as I know it.

Ref Moley: She is entitled to her view like everyone else.

Jag - In my opinion you have done yourself NO FAVOURS. One minute you have comitted to my show the next you have committed to another show. Then you come back after several people come on here stating B is already commited and offer B's services along with some bizarre swap which if you were serious then I asked you to call me or email me direct.

NEITHER OF WHICH YOU HAVE DONE!

I dont want to put on here ALL my reasons for not working with you again. But this is my right as a fighter, coach and promoter to choose who to work with or not.

I have to say that everyone i have dealt with on this bill so far has been a dream to work with. Given how you have behaved you have got a complete cheek to ask for a simple yes or no answer from me.

When you want to get serious about this business and act in a honorable and professional manner call me and we can meet face to face. Clear the air and who knows one should never say never!

NO!

hmmmm got to say it does look strange that he can not fight as he is already fighting on a show then he can etc, pity all this was not sorted 2 weeks ago when Dean posted on here that he would like to promote a fight with B on it but all we herd was silence and B saying " ask " the boss which it looks like Dean did on many occasions but all this aside the show acorrding to Dean is closed off to any new fights so what else now happens is now by the by and now all we can do is sit back and dwell on what could have been and wait for what on the 10th march for what will be !!!!! that just my view and who am i .... just a ax member writing my view ...Good night all

Only 9 weeks to go, time is going to fly by leading upto this fight.
Whos coming to this show, atmosphere will be electric for the biggest show of 2007.

Only 9 weeks to go, time is going to fly by leading upto this fight.
Whos coming to this show, atmosphere will be electric for the biggest show of 2007.

Looks like an absoloutley brilliant show, just found out i cant make it, i'm gutted!!!! DEF be getting a DVD though! Good luck with the show Dean and your fight, good luck to the lincoln boys and the sunderland nutters!

lock up the ugly birds that night if Boom Boom is about!

Its not Shawn they need to worry about its Arron if he's had a heavy night on the shandy. Newarks still recovering from last time.

LOL swanny, Aaron cracked me up in the cab home.... phoning random birds for some action, he's a legend!

I'll be there for sure, going to be a cracking nights fighting!

Just been to have a look around the venue. This place is overwelming. I'm guessing the 4000 capacity will be full the way interest has been. visit the link below to take a look.
http://www.newarkshowground.com/Geo_steph.htm

the afterparty is in the cedric ford pavilion remember you can only get into the afterparty with a vip ticket
http://www.newarkshowground.com/Rest_pav.htm

Sorry to upset any of you guys but i want be doin any dogs at the after party, if i go to the after party that is, i am now in full training for my title defence in Greece so there will be beer consumption on my behalf or any cheesy lines on the young girls of Newark!! Watch this space!!!

Respect mate, good to see mate, it means i get the pick of the ladies!!.....and i dont have to buy you a beer after the win!

If any1 does see me with a beer after then they have my permission to take it off me, but if they see me with nice girl then shut give me 'the wink'

Sorry should read...........

If any1 does see me with a beer after then they have my permission to take it off me, but if they see me with nice girl then they should just give me 'the wink'

ill hav it son! haha but im tryin 2 develop sum sort ov standards! its not goin 2 well tho! lookin 4 wrd 2 the show good look 2 all!

Do you promise not to drop me if i take a beer off you lol.... i quite like my nose!

Dean has interview with BBC check out the link below

http://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/content/articles/2007/01/03/dean_sugden_kickboxer_feature.shtml

Shawn I am deeply concerned that yet agains girls newark and dogs were all in the same sentence.... good job we all love you eh (oh and can you remind steve his pics are still at the gym mate cheers)

but if they see me with nice girl then they should just give me 'the wink'
..... ok mate i"l give you the wink alright [ nice girl and the word Newark ]hmmm never seen them used together before

i saw sum at the dinner show! it was love at 1st site! haha

Great interview at BBC Notts Dean!
Hope your big day goes well.

The girls in Newark where very nice, but the pick of the bunch for me were to nice ladies, think they were called Moley and Big Bird

hmmmm suck suck

boom boom you have made two newark ladies very happy !!!

Anyone else heard Deans interview I thought ot was great too.

Great Interview Dean, cant wait for March!.... when do tickets go on sale?

Suck Suck????? Now im looking 4ward to march lol

Tickets are on sale now and moving very quickly already check out the poster at www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk for mor details... dont get too carried away he meant you sucking up mate...honestly mind like a sewer x

Good luck Lex!

£20 on Lex to win by knockout in the second round...any takers? =P

Ill take that bet on the proviso that any other outcome means i win.

With all due respect to any Ax user i do not believe this is the place to start taking bets on the out come of any fight, especially when you are looking at the top Middleweights in the world. This will be a cracking fight and both fighters will be on top form, both of these guys know this will proberbly be the hardest fight of there lives.

boom boom you have defo made two ladies happy ones and if you need any help applying tiger balm on ya body you know where to find us.....lol.....

Big bird :.. more like moisturiser on his cuticles lol

lol...........i do a great hand massage...

lol .... another thread bites the dust ......

i didnt mean that....lol..anyway im only interested in the fights they are gonna be awesome.....and im sure dean is gonna bring it home to newark....and well done chick on your interview on bbc ......well impressed...no less than you deserve.

I hardly think this will be Lex's hardest fight of his life, considering who he's beat already... both Ambrose brothers etc. If Dean's fight against the German for the WKA world title is anything to go by, let's be honest, Lex doesn't really have anything to worry about.

guess we'll all have to wait and c then.......us from deans home town believe that he can do it and are behind him 100% not that im saying its gonna be easy im sure its gonna be one of his hardest fights but im sure he will rise to the occasion.

Will your mayor be there again? lol. He woz even more of an embarrasement than Dean's German opponent. I recently watched the DVD of that contest and it woz more amusing than the Lee Evans DVD lol. ;-))

Hi Big Bird,

Never find u on newark forum now. lol. I wish both fighters good luck and Lex obvoiusly thinks it worth the trip, I am sure he would not take a fight that he thought was going to be a walkover as that would do him no good.

Bring on March 10th

Dean,

When is the rest of the fight card goin to be posted, there is not going to be such a thing as an undercard on this show eh ?

Dean,

When is the rest of the fight card goin to be posted, there is not going to be such a thing as an undercard on this show eh ?

leif

will leave a message just for you.xx

oooohhhhh clarky put your nails away........

I dont mean to be disrespectful to Dean Sugden, i take my hat off to him for fighting Lex, but lets be honest here who has Dean ever fought. As i said before most of us have seen the Daniel Kauffman fight.. Daniel fought like a novice, he couldn't put one combination together kicks or punches? I've seen novices fight better than him. Again hat off to Dean for taking on such an opponent.

Lets see wot march 10th brings

Great response Leif couldn't agree with you more mate. Havent forgot about that room chap nearest place is fully booked got couple more to try today.

Clarky just to clarify one point Daniel was the European Champion at the time and was the opponent put forward by the association.

exactly.....bring on march the 10th.........

Lets not forget Dean has stepped up a weight also to take this fight on with Lex, on paper its a very tough fight for Dean but he has stepped up to the plate and on the 10th im sure he will silence any of his critics!

Good luck to all fighters on the night!

oh and....... BRING ON THE 10th!!!! lol

Why whats happening on the 10th??

lol 10th of March m8!

yeah whats happening?

Apparently theres a load of fights going on in Newark!.... i reckon i'm gonna go down for a look!

Whos on any1 know

i reckon you might know a few of them m8..... take your boxing gloves, wraps and a gumshield just incase! lol

rumour has it some good looking dude from middlesbrough

LOL Leif.... Mark Viduka's coming?

Yeah i heard Criss Deakin is fighting Kev Beckett!! W

Yeah Mark and Criss have kindly offered to be my cornermen. lol.

lol, you'll need a big corner for Viduka ;-)

Any one know Tales of the tape of both fighters? e.g Age, fights, W,L,D.

I am behind Dean to Win on this one.

Shawn posted these further up....not sure how accurate/up to date they are, my apologies if they are not accurate.

Lex Easdon 43-2/33, 5'9", 164, 15/09/1960
Dean Sugden PKB: 21-2/2 AKB: 3-1/0 75kg, 5' 10", 05/06/1968

again my apologies on this if thy are out of date.

Im behind Dean for the win!

Dean .. are you rankeed at 75kg already ? im not 100% sure but is it an IKF ranking ?

ranked even lol

lol.......i heard some one called boom boom fighting......wot sort of names that!!!......lol

Its because it has a better ring than "pump squirt" lol

snail you might be right about the ranking we will have too wait and see what Deans reply is

I hear all the young girls sing 'boom boom boom i want you in my room!!' when he walks past them. Is this true?

well im sure last time that geeser fought one girl was shouting it.......at the side of the ring......had a right big mouth....lol

yeah think that was the same one shouting for lethal, she likes younger men by all counts lol

Had a big mouth but i still filled it lol

whos did ya borrow shawn ?

lol......... well i think that both those guys mentioned were yonger than her she must be a right flirt....wot a tart

Snail u bitch!!

LOL

I am Ranked at Middleweight (75kg) in IKF cause i defeated Richard Leeson who was the current British Champion at the time. After winning this British title in 2002 and I beat the current WKA British Middle Weight Champion at the time Dave Mistreanu for the vacant WKU British Super Middle Weight Title (75kg). Then i fought Wym Nuyens Belgium at 75kg.

Since then I have campaigned at Light Middle 72.5kg and won ISKA European against Romita Mauritzio from Italy and then Daniel Kaufmann at 72.5kg.

All earlier fights were at Light Middle so I suppose this is my natural weight division.

Tell me honestly dean, do you think you beat the german kid on pain and glory?

Yes - But I will agree with everybody it was probably one of it not my worst performance.

It is KICK boxing and although he was coming forward, my understanding of judging is being effective. Landing Kicks and punches. Irrespective of who is the aggressor.

If all was equal on the above then i would obviously lean towards who was initiating, aggresion and defending the most effectively.

It was a unanimous decision under Full Contact KICK boxing rules. So although dissapointed with my performance happy with the decision.

I personally scored it for the german but you raise fair points and credit to you for not ignoring the question. Sorry for going off-topic.

No worries Good and fair Question - I was gutted after that fight and wont make any excuses for my performance. But what lifted me was a comment from Pete Crooke straight after and that was... "a win is a win and if you can grind out a win on a bad night what can you do on a good night". Unfortunately for me it was the first time alot of people may have seen me fight and it has been screened several times on TV since.

I think its those experiences that make you a better fighter.

Hopefully this will be a copy of the poster, if not sorry guys.

Ok bit big.. just to confirm tickets are on sale NOW!

Had a couple of e-mails asking when they went on sale.

poster looks great.......get them tickets bought guys im sure they will be selling like hot cakes

did someone say cakes? mmmmmm!

lol.......wot u like!!!!

Hes tall, skinny and ugly, not sure type at all Big Bird!!

i didnt mean it like that .....lol......i only got eyes for two or three guys cant manage anymore at mo.....lol

i hope im 1 of them!!

of course you are........you the top one...others come after you chick...

Thats good to know, iv had my heart broken too many times!! Thats my problem i fall in love to easily!!

now I'm sad, i thought i was yr top guy. lol.

lol big bird, its not the first time i've heard that Shawn comes before everyone else!

Dale wood's mum said i had got stamina

leif u gotta be my number 2 only cos shaun a little older.....lol...thats all it is....u both make me laugh and thats what i like in my men and he gotta have a nice bum.....lol

Yes i gotta back Shawn up there , my mum did say that . shes never seen someone run so hard and for so long when she pulled out her box of toys ! lol

pmsl.........i that right shaun.......better not come round here then

BAD GIRL ! LOL

lol....i used to work for ann summers so i had to try what i was trying to sell.....lol

Carefull shawn will be having nightmares reading this conversation ... lol

lol.....i bet im putting him right off......lol......i promise i'll be gentle...

Big Bird i will text u tonight, i am game with toys, but it will be a first time i have had anything shoved up me!! But i knew losing my viginity would always be special.

lol......wheres me text then...

poor lad can't stop his hands shakin enough to text lol



back on topic .lol ..... any tickets left

lol big bird,

well I defo got sense of humour and nice bum or so i've been told. lol. shame i go shy when not on a computer eh ?? I am looking forward to seeing you all again and really enjoy the fun we have on here. lol.

Hi big bird....................ever thought of swithing to thai?

;)

Lief stick to training young man!!!!

I couldnt pick my phone up, had summin else in my hand cos i was thinkin bout them toys lol

Anyway, full line up and predictions??

Is Aaron on the show and who is John Lawson fighting?

Exactly lets get this thread back where it should be........

This is begining to remind me of @ Skivers!! Can you remember Snail?

Ha ha haaa

Anyways anyone got a line up?

Line up should be posted in next couple of days I'll mention to Dean that you are all chomping at the bit to see it. Hope you all have your tickets if not then get on the phone, what you waiting for!!!

07816 840 920 ticket hotline

Big Bird - if you put the same effort into some training as you do into corrupting these young men thick what you could achieve.. see you at class tonight ehhh!!!! maybe !!!!

Moley - i would have been there but as yo know my back is really sore at mo....i will be there next week.......

Leif - Yep you do go shy on me but u getting better each time i see ya so next time we can chat all nite......

Rdouble - Need to start kickboxing before i can switch to thai but will defo keep it in mind.....lol

Back to the show thread now......GET YOUR TICKETS BOUGHT

Big bird you on comission ? lol

nah i just do it for love.........love em all....so willing to help out...... so buy your ticket snail........then you too can met BIG BIRD

tall , yellow with a big ass and feathers ?

lol

thats it how did u know!!!!!!! lol the third bit is right.....lol....

no profile is complete without a pic hun lol

lol....cant would be tooooo scary......gotta make ya luv me for who i am first.....(that means im a doggg).....lol

I got a pic but 4 my eyes only, keepin my promise and yeh i mite even goes as far as chattin but sos wont be all nite as i have business to attend to. lol.

big bird you have mail

lol

i love ya leif like a man whos true to his word.....i know what ya mean abt chatting i prob be busy too.....(not at the bouncy castle i might add)

i love it snail cheers babe....just gotta figure out how to put it on my profile now

yeahhh i think i done it

YEP YA SURE DID LOL

Nice legs

Klass, that just the best pic. lol. lol. lol.

lol.......now snail have you got your ticket.......lol

Just checking if i can get out of a shift at work , if i can ill chase a ticket up , should be some good fights on .

gonna be a cracking night one not to be missed....

Full line up will be posted very soon guys.

Big Birds gone Thai - I anit laughed so much this early in the morning. Snail were you responsible for this change in her. Cute mate cute.

he was.....lol...great aint it...shows my personality of to a tee

snail - u know what curiosity did dont ya!!!! lol

Whats happened....everyone gone quiet....1 week less to go now you know so get them tickets bought and you fighters i hope your all training hard....

Will Post Full Card tomorrow! Sorry for the delay just waiting on confirmation of an opponent for Mark Ellwood 75-77kg. Any takers?

7 rounds purse and expenses.

my fault big bird went thai lol ... i blame RDouble lol

Here you go...confirmed fight card for March 10th!!

Chad Sugden v Leif Taggert
Jade Grierson v Kerry Louise Norbury
Barry Lock v Keith Morris
Mark Ellwood v Any takers 75-77kg??
Kev Beckett v Criss Deakin
Steve Swinburn v Ryan Hamer
Jamie Norkett v Marlon Hunt
Shawn Burton v Andy Burton
Tim Drury (Austrailia) v Edward Krauklis (Latvia)
Dean Sugden (England) v Lex Easdon (Scotland)

I am absolutely delighted with this card, personally i think it is the best card I have ever promoted.

Predictions?
Takers for Mark Ellwood?
Ticket enquiries by email or phone ticket hotline 07816 840920?

Wow that is defo a fight card to be proud of, i am just glad to be a part of it.
Respect Leif

Predictions

1. Draw. lol. lol.
2. Would like to see Jade Win
3. Barry
4. At the mo, Mark has it. lol. lol.
5. Chris
6. Steve
7. jamie
8. not committing. lol. lol.
9. not seen either fight
10. Dean

this is just lil me guessing so nothing against any fighter.

Leif best bet is to go for Burton lol

hope your well anyway mate!

Hi Shawn, good thinking m8. lol. I am fine m8 and can't wait to catch up with u all.

The Lincoln Boys have come up trumps again showing the kind of steel that put them on the map with great fighters of the past Trevor Tacy, Lee Swaby, Richard Action Jackson otherwise known as Puggy etc.

Richard has decided to step back into the ring one more time, this time to fight Mark Ellwood. These are two top cookies and in terms of old school they are exactly that.

If you not seen these boys fight before then its another reason to be at Newark Showground on March 10th. You will not get another chance to see these 2 again that is for sure. Puggy has got over 7 weeks to prepare for this one so he will be in great shape. Not that he isnt anyway.

Respect to you Puggy and Big Dave plus special mention to Nige who is inspirational.

Nice one Puggy, still life in the old dog yet!!

Pug-Master-Flash to win and inflict pain

Good old puggy ! top lad ! ill give him his due he's one tough nut to crack ! marks hands will certainly ache on the 11th lol

yeah nothing hurts him, he has been hit with all sorts, fists, feet, bottles and pint glasses and still just smiles and get on with it and then turns up 4 our footy team on a Sunday and heads the ball lol
Crackin lad!!

ive seen nuns go down quicker easier .......... or was that boom booms mum in her kinky costume again ?

Tickets are selling fast...

We only have a few VIP Ringside tables left now! First come first served!

Also Tiered Seating are selling fast with one setion comletely sold out so dont delay.

Tickets are available through all the fighters and through the gym on 01636 605708 or ticket hotline 07816840920.

Standard £20
Tiered Seating £35
VIP £ 60 includes after party hot food and complimentary wine etc
VIP Ringside £75 includes after party hot food and complimentary wine etc

Details of ticket outlets can also be seen at www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk, we will keep the page updated as more ticket sellers become available.

Anyone requiring accomodation, visit www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk for exclusive offers. Anyone requireing any further information on getting to the venue and services available in the area please e-mail

pressofficer@newarkmartialarts.co.uk

for snyone local to newark Dean will be doing an interview on Saga Radio around 10.20 this morning, good luck Dean

I'll be listening in.....saga 106.6fm incase you young guys dont know where to find it..

On SAGA radio? Did not think he was that old? lol

Any publicity is good publicity.........no matter how old you are......lol

cheers mark!

i did bring the average age down today, enjoyed interview not sure about the olivia newton john track in between interview. lol

You did that alright....it was great....i agree im sure olivia newton john had a better hit than that that she could have put on...lol

Looking forward to seeing Puggy fight, only seen him once before when he stepped in at the last minute on the Lincoln show.

Re Puggy - very tough cookie...1993 i still remeber it like it was yesterday!

Respect to him alot of people would not take this fight with Mark. Puggy did not hesitate to help out.

Cant wait!

Last time he fought my lad Ronnie Hogan at Lincoln when he did us a huge favour and took the fight with about 2 days to train. Ronnie was a very good fighter with 6 fights, 5 wins to that point.

Shame it was a no contest due to a clash of heads with puggy getting cut badley. (bloody southpaws always lead with their bloody heads).

I wish him luck with this fight. He is a good fighter and a great lad as he showed in the bar after when despite his cut he still managed to drink till 3 am!!

Ps.
We will be back training next week with 5 of our fighters and i'm looking forward to meeting you all again soon.

Likewise Mark you had some good lads and they were just starting to reach potential.

Sept 7th I am planning another show so maybe we can do business again?

WIll just about be fit by then. I will give you a call.

oh my god where has the year dissapeared already... cant believe the show is now just 5 weeks away, hope all you guys have got your tickets sorted. Whos coming then !!!

Im goin im on bucket duties i fink! lol lookin 4wrd 2 it!

Friday Night at The Hull Ice Areana saw Mark Ellwood beat Darren Forrest in a very competitive fight to decide the ISKA British Super Middleweight Title.

Big Rob Gleadhill also beat Kevin Smiles in a Heavy weight contest that had everything. Spinning kicks jumping Roundhouse kicks, Big hard and fast punches resulting in Rob winning by TKO in round 2.

I also had a novice on Scott Wallington who performed brilliantly to out point Tom Kemp from Tornado Gym.

I also had the pleasure of helping in the corner of one of the Rugby League players who were white collar boxing for charity. Waht a fight!

Think the highlights will be on Sky Sports shortly as Lee Radford Hull FC club captain looked dynamite.

Now mark and the Hull faithfull are looking forward to March 10th as Mark will fight for the last time against Richard Action Jackson from Lincoln.

Dean, just picking up on this and one question re. mark/Darren which will help the next updated rankings.

The ISKA Super-middle...whats the weight there?? ISKA s-m limit is 78 right?? So is that true, just that darren has always been a 69-74 kilo fighter...so just wanna check we have that right.

cheers

hi. looks a good show. hope lex easdon wins.

Just to let you all know Dean is being interviewed on Linc FM on Thursday 15th February 2007. Hes getting to be a bit of at pro at this interview thing...

Just had an update for you all

Tim Drury Australia will now be fighting Colm Gillane Cambridge Freefight.
Colm has a record of 21 fights 16 wins (thai boxing)

Jade Grierson Newark will now be fighting Karen Bailey Impact Gym Sleaford - have to say Karnes list of achievements is intense.
Grade: Black Belt in kickboxing and 3rd Dan Weaponry
2006
EMA Jan 07 - Ladies Continuous - 1st
EMA Jan 07 - Ladies Points - 1st
EMA Jan 07 - Adults Creative Weapons - 1st
2006 Cimac yearly League: 3rd girls -5'3
Xtreme Warriors ITV - Qualified - Weapons
Xtreme Warriors ITV - Qualified - Continuous
WAKO Bronze World Medallist 2006 - continuous
WAKO British Team - Croatia 2006
WAKO English open - 3rd Mixed Weapons Creative
WAKO English open - 2nd in continuous
Peterbourough Series - 2nd Ladies Continuous
Peterbourough Series - 1st Ladies points
Peterbourough Series - 2nd Girls points
Peterbourough Series - 1st - Girls continuous
Cimac British Championship - 3rd Weaponry
Cimac Braitish Championships - 3rd Points
Judgement day 2006 - 3rd points
Judgement day 2006 - 3rd continuous
Peterborough - 1st Ladies Continuous
Peterborough - 2nd Ladies points
Peterborough - 1st Girls Continuous
Peterborough - 1st - Girls Points
EMA 2006 - Silver Points
The Won 2006 - 3rd Continuous
The Won 2006 - 3rd Points
Impact 2006 - Cadets continuous - Winner
Impact 2006 - Cadets points - Silver
Impact 2006 - -16yrs Weapons - 2nd
WAKO British Championships 2006
1st Points +60kg girls
2nd Hard creative weaponry -16yrs
3rd +60kg girls continuous
EMA 2006 3rd points.
Cimac Superleague feb 2006 - 3rd points

Will keep you all posted as and when i get updates - Hope all the training is going well.

Cant believe its less than 4 weeks now guys so hope your all training hard and anyone who isnt fighting has got there tickets.

Just got my March copy of fighters. Must be great to be so sucessful that you make front cover. Really enjoyed the article. The last paragraph from Lex is one that will stay in my head for a very long time.

Great item to get signed at the show. Copies are on sale at Newark Martial Arts.

Just saw the article in fighters. Excellent write up by both fighters, good to see Lex & Dean having respect for each other which is sometimes uncommon. True examples of sportsmanship.

Dont forget guys Lincs FM from 8 in morning to hear deans interview with john marshall. Its on 102.2fm

3 weeks to go! Tickets are selling fast...get em quick if you dont want to be dissapointed.

Thanks for all the well wishes and comments on this post, not be posting much from now got to start getting some rest.

Dean

Yeah after all the planning and talks we are now down to the countdown, in 21 days we will be crowning the New Golden Belt World Middle Weight Champion.
Cannot wait the show is going to be the best full contact show of 2007, so good luck to all competetors.

Dean we are all behind you mate. It's your destiny to be the man who beat the man.

Ok here is the final line up for the show.

1. Chad Sugden v Leif Taggert
2. Jade Grierson v Karen Bailey
3. Keith Morris v Barry Lock
4. Mark Ellwood v Richard Jackson
5. Kevin Beckett v Ryan Morgan
6. Steve Swinburn v Cris Deakin (British Title)
7. Jamie Norkett v Marlon Hunt (British Title)
8. Shawn Burton v Andy Burton (British Title)
9. Tim Drury (Aus) v Colm Gillane (Intercontinental Title)
10. Dean Sugden v Lex Easdon (World Title)

Updated fight card.

Chad Sugden v Leif Taggert
Jade Grierson v Karen Bailey
Barry Lock v Keith Morris
Mark Ellwood v Richard Jackson
Kev Beckett v Ryan Morgan
Steve Swinburn v Cris Deakin
Jamie Norkett v Marlon Hunt
Shawn Burton v Andy Burton
Tim Drury (Austrailia) v Colm Gillane
Dean Sugden (England) v Lex Easdon (Scotland)

Dean - Im proud to be associated with this event and even prouder to have you as my coach. Enjoy !!!

Thats funny great mind think a like and all that. Just got back. Thanks for sorting the ad mate cant wait to see it.

With an advert now on Ax no one has an excuse for not remembering to buy a ticket.

My only problem now is whats a girl to wear!!!!

Well big birds in shorts!!

Shawn Burton may be able to help out on the underwear front Moley!

Well i am at Dales Woods mums this weekend, I could get some of hers, they might smell a bit tho, but should be ok after a good wash!

Is this how you first learned to fight mr Burton??

Yeah one morning Dale kicked off cos i was walking round in his dressing gown and slippers, but i quick slap and he was back in place!

so according to you, both dale wood and shawn burton wear dressing gowns and slippers.

very appealing!!

But i dnt wear pants under mine!

you wont catch me in a dressing gown and slippers ... not since i found a short fat lad from lincoln in em !

LOL I wish I hadn't diverted this thread. The mental images and home truths are killing me!

Oi y u gota bring me in2 it? haha

Mark big bird never wears shorts even when trainin....lol....i put them on just for the photo shoot for my profile

You guys have really lost the plot.... cant wait to meet you all. Are you all coming to the show. (And if not why not the reasons better be good ones)

Shawn.... i'm lost for words. You really need to focus on purer thoughts mate.

My only focus is on havin another kiss and cuddle with big bird, also is there a bouncin castle again???

just find me when i get there chick and your focus will become reality....and no, no bouncy castle sorry only me....lol

suppose i could bounce on you lol

lol.......mmmmm wot a thought, after fighting you might not have the energy tho....lol

Time is moving on and I can't wait, just said bye to Chad and missing him already. C U on the 10th m8

Got my tickets!!..... not long now!!

its two weeks tomoz i cant believe how quickly its come.......

mmm counting down the days on the web site has left me mega confused. Should it be 14 days tomorrow or 15... i could end up being there a whole day early or worst still miss the whole thing...

If you havent got your ticket yet remember its always more on the door so best to get them before and have an extra drink or two instead.

mmm counting down the days on the web site has left me mega confused. Should it be 14 days tomorrow or 15... i could end up being there a whole day early or worst still miss the whole thing...

If you havent got your ticket yet remember its always more on the door so best to get them before and have an extra drink or two instead.

see i told you i was getting confused now im seeing blooming double too

2 weeks today.....by now showground will be looking amazing, fighters all prepared and ready to put on an amazing performances.......oooohhh its so exciting and a new world champion will be waiting in the wings to be crowned. GO DEAN BRING IT HOME CHICK

Just over a week left to get your tickets in advance

TICKET HOTLINE WILL CLOSE 9PM THURSDAY 8TH MARCH

Tickets on the door will cost more!!!

Went to Newark Air Museum at the weekend, nice huge banner on the roundabout!

Also report in Lincolnshire Echo today about me and Steven, its nice!

Its nearly here, and got some nice young ladies coming guys called Black Thunder, so that should keep you guys in eye candy.......lol

Black Thunder crew from the radio? they had some of those in Leicester... proper fittys!

Thats them mate, had confirmation today that they are coming......

Report makes excellent reading Shawn, couple of nice pics too lol !!!

Big Bird is there any wonder all the lads love you, providing them with such great things at the show. Just remember to keep an eye on the fights guys x

moley - I will try to keep the girls well away from the fighters......im sure boom boom wont be interested anyway.....lol......why would he want totty when he can have BIG BIRD......lol

Sounds like my eyes are going to be everywhere. lol. good job I,m first fight on, I guess Dad will defo keep me in the changing room til then . lol

Leif bet you don"t get to sit on there laps like you did at the Nottingham show .... hmmmmm wipes his drool up ... jealous you bet

Your not telling me there is going to be attractive girls walking round dressed in nothing but hotpants and tshirts far too small are you?? I find this just degrading to women!!

Shame on you all!!!

oohhh im so glad i decided not to wear mine......lol......sorry shaun didnt realise when i booked them that you would be offended....lol.....

when did anyone say anything about hotpants and tshirts Shawn? its degrading to women for you to think that lol ;)

Ask for a ride in black thunder, its a jeep with blacked out windows....good for doing all sort of stuff in lol

if any fighters disappear ill know where to look first !!!

GOOD LUCK
To all fighters on the show,looking forward to a great nights fighting.
And Good luck DEAN and bring that title home to Newark.
Respect to all Dell.

Good luck every 1! will no doubt c u there!

not long now really looking forward to it did my last spar with dean on tue. dean looking very strong and sharp
good luck to everyone
looking forward to seeing you all.

Good luck guys, cant wait for the show!.... gonna be quality

Dean will be live on Boundary Sound Radio tomorrow from 11 am. Tune in on 87.9fm or if your not local to Newark listen on-line at www.boundarysound.co.uk

Not long now !!!! There is going to be some fantastic action , Good Luck to all fighters, Let's get it on !!!!!!

3 days!.... Good luck guys, will be one hell of a night! Good luck to all the fighters!

Well last day at work now before the fight.........cant wait its gonna be one amazing night.....looking forward to seeing you guys again......

Hi Big Bird,

Its gonna be the best night 4 ages, I am looking forward to catching up with everyone.
C u in 2 days. lol.
Leif

Saw "Action Jackson" running around Lincoln last night doing his final prep i guess, looks in great shape, and looking sharp in his "Action Jackson" jacket!

Just like to wish Dean good luck , and looking forward to meeting Deans team again ,as usual it will be avery profesionally run event.
Also good luck to all the fighters.
Respect to you all.

The weigh in will be live on Boundary Sound Radio today at 1pm. visit www.boundarysound.co.uk and listen on line if your not local to Newark. UK only for the weigh in.

Is weigh in 1pm, I thought it was 2pm ????

Just back from weigh in and big meal!!

Dean and Lex both made the weight at 74kg both looked fit and strong so it looks like it could be a cracker!!

I came in at 64.1kg and Andy came in at 67kg (he was skipping the 2.5kg off when we left lol)

both Tim Drury and Colm Gillane made the weight with a kg or two to spare both looked ripped as fook, especially Colm!!

good luck to all, can't wait till tmora i'tl be a cracker

GOOD LUCK DEAN M8, CAN'T WAIT TIL TOMOZ, GLAD YOU MADE THE WEIGHT NOW JUST READY FOR THE FIGHT.

well the Lady's have got the tables out the seats are in and the lights up all we need now is you lot to get down and help get it to the dizzy heights that the show should be, come on people get on down and give your all shouting for your guys...

If the weigh in is anything to go by then the show tomorrow is gonna be massive. Quite a few people canme down to the gym, and with Boundary sound recording live it all got quite exciting. There were un prompted rounds of applause after each fighter weighed in. All the fighters were true sports men and a credit to the sport.

All I need now is a good nights sleep (unlike last night when I woke at 3.15 to a panic that I was going to the wrong airport to collect Lex and had to double check my e-mails to be sure - how mad)

well im knackered already good job i aint fighting..lol......leif i did my little dance, with my music playing in the background (you know the one i mean) on the ramp and everyone p'''''d themselves laughing HOW RUDE....lol

Big Bird, hope we are going to get a repeat performance tomoz before everyone arrives. lol

She really did Leif. A true performer is our Big Bird. Truely brightened up our afternnon mrs x


Well here it is D day. IM SO BLOODY EXCITED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cant wait to see you all x

u never know ya luck leif might just take to the ramp for a repeat performance just for you......mind i think my little birds will be slightly embarrased if i do it again....

Its here see you all tonight guys im off to get outfit and slap on.....

just to say best of luck to dean and lex and all supporting bouts all winners in my eyes il be there cheering you all on and wishing you a safe night of sport.....

Jon

A true legend.

Well done Lex on your win against Dean Sugden. Knew you would do it.

well done LEX whats that 7 ? Leif how did u get on

Gone yourself Lex!!

results anyone please?

Results from last night

Chad Sugden v Leif Taggert Demonstration bout

Jade Grierson v Karen Bailey - Jade Grierson Newark Martial Arts
Barry Lock v Keith Morris - Keith unfortunately had problems at the medical so John Lawson stepped in to have a demo bout with Barry. The bout was stopped I think due to a cut on Barry.

Mark Ellwood v Richard Jackson - Mark Ellwood Hull

Kev Beckett v Michael Johnson - Kev Beckett Fudoshin

Steve Swinburn v Cris Deakin - Steve Swinburn by KO

Jamie Norkett v Marlon Hunt - Marlon Hunt BFKKO

Shawn Burton v Andy Burton - Andy Burton Sunderland. Alby Bimpson president of the Golden belt along with the judges also decided fighter of the night should go to Andy who was presented with the trophy during the after party.

Tim Drury (Austrailia) v Colm Gillane - Tim Drury Australia

Dean Sugden (England) v Lex Easdon (Scotland)- Lex Easdon Scotland. The fight went the full twelve rounds with a unanimous decision going to Lex.

The event was a great success with the Newark crew being praised at all levels. Cris Janson-Piers from the BFKKO commented to me at the afterparty on the proffesionlism of the Newark team and congratulated us on doing it the right way.

Pictures to follow, got masses to go through so please be patient.

Finding it hard to put into words my feelings about the final bout. The respect that Dean and Lex have shown throught the last two days has blown me away. They are both an amazing credit to the sport and true role models to the kids coming through the clubs today. Respect to you both, I wish you both sucess with all you do in the future.

well done to all the fighters you all put on a show too remember ,,, Lex you is the man it will be a pleasure to train with you next time i am up in your neck of the woods your fans are a great bunch of guys who created me no problems thanks ,,, Dean well done friend you have just taken a legend 12 rounds and you know the history enough said ....

Dell nice too see you again mate
Big Dave lincoln good night mate
Mr blackledge i will sort out with you very soon nice night friend
Alby and your gang hmmmm you are one fun group thanks

every body else and Miss sheffield { your mum is sweet} thanks and see you all soon

What a cracking show!nice to see so many people from all different organisations and groups hand in hand!
Dean you rose to the challenge, there's many a fighter who would not have done what you did infront of a home crowd and thats fight the best. You did yourself and your fans and family proud and to top that yopu ran a totally professional show.
Credit to you friend! Head up and onwards. Well Done on all accounts!!!!

Well done to Dean. Congratulations to Lex!

Yes well done dean !!!!
Another great show well done to all the newark crew for showing how a show should be run.
Started on time ran like clockwork brilliant show well done !!!!!

Well what Can I say.


What a ABSOLUTE AWESOME SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A big Thanks to Dean for brining me over and flying the Australian Flag, was a great fight and I enjoyed it. Little ring rust as have had 12 months out of the ring, but what I way to return. Full credit and respect to Colm Gillane he put a cracking fight up. Few times I thought mate I was going to drop you - and then you just shock it off and kept coming back. Truly enjoyed our fight mate, so thanks.

Thanks to all the English fighters that I met and socialised with at the after party, BOOMS not real sure about that drink you gave me though brother, ha ha.

No this has been a truly fantastic experience being in Newark, and the people have been so supportive and behind me 100%. I will be talking it up to everyone back home. I look forward to the opportunity now on coming back and fighting again.

Dean and Lex your fight was great, and Dean you stepped up against all the ODDS - you took a warrior who has stopped most of his opponents on for the full 12 rounds, so all respect to you - as you gave him something to be worried about.

To THE NEWARK MARTIAL ARTS: Thankyou all, the local school, radio station, The Grange where I am staying.

You have been a pleasure to meet and will remember the experience.

All the best to you all on your up and coming fights, and look forward to seeing you on my return.

well done lex :D

What can I say, it was the greatest privilege to be invited to be part of such a great show. Chad was once again a great opponent and I would like to say thanks for the fight.
The rest of the show you could do nothing but enjoy and Dean, thanks for showing us up and coming fighters what true fighting spirit is all about.

Great Respect Leif

What a night........

everyone seemed to enjoy the show, the atmosphere was just amazing and it was good to see some old and new faces.......cant wait for the pics now....one in particular...lol...

cheers leif........no mention of me........now im gutted...i even gave you a kiss to remember me by........

My youngest is now besotted with boom boom, obviously got her mothers taste even got his music as her ring tone....lol...

Arron you was a star and made me laugh as usual,(Trying to fix hayden up with my eldest was quite amusing), and big dave was a babe helping me with the tablecloths and sprinkles.......cheers guys for helping make this event a sucess for Dean and Karen, they both work so hard to put these shows on.

Thanks to everyone...the team behind the scenes, the trainers, the fighters and the fans.

You did everyone proud!

Very pleased to put on a show with such quality. Now I know what all the fuss was about regarding Lex.

He is a great fighter, and i was honored to share the ring. Slow start was not the plan but to b fair to Lex his game plan was bang on. I felt happier with the later rounds but the decision was right. Lex keeps his mantle Undisputed Middle weight Champion.

Well Done Lex!

The Future is bright what an undercard from start to finish!

Sept 7th and Dec 1st we will be doing it all over again. Smaller venue back to Kelham Hall so there will be a race on for tickets.

Hey everyone

Not long home after a great weekend in Newark! Thanks to everyone who supported me and to all in Newark for your hospitality. I really enjoyed my fight with Dean and feel i've proved to all the sceptics regaring my age and how I wouldnt be able to last 12 rounds. No disrespect to Dean but i never felt at any time i was under pressure and didnt have to pull out the big guns and go for the ko, as i have always done in the past! Although i did test Dean a few times with some good shots massive respect to him as he took them well. I was carrying alot of injuries coming into this fight and wasn't as fit as id like to have been, but hey i've done it again and dont feel i've got anything left to prove. Once again total respect to you Dean for stepping into the ring and proving you are a world class fighter.

Also was great seeing some of the old faces again especially Mark Ellwood, was great seeing you again mate, hope we can keep in touch.

Hey everyone

Not long home after a great weekend in Newark! Thanks to everyone who supported me and to all in Newark for your hospitality. I really enjoyed my fight with Dean and feel i've proved to all the sceptics regaring my age and how I wouldnt be able to last 12 rounds. No disrespect to Dean but i never felt at any time i was under pressure and didnt have to pull out the big guns and go for the ko, as i have always done in the past! Although i did test Dean a few times with some good shots massive respect to him as he took them well. I was carrying alot of injuries coming into this fight and wasn't as fit as id like to have been, but hey i've done it again and dont feel i've got anything left to prove. Once again total respect to you Dean for stepping into the ring and proving you are a world class fighter.

Also was great seeing some of the old faces again especially Mark Ellwood, was great seeing you again mate, hope we can keep in touch.

Big Bird,

I texted Dean with a message for all at Newark and yes I will remember you I didnt need the kiss but it was welcome. lol. lol Leif xx

thats better....lol....dont forget i seen ya lucky pants.....lol

I remember and also what was it you said, oh yes it was boom boom whose boom boom bring on lethal and his sexy pants. lol. lol.

Was a crackin show, not sure what to make of my fight yet till i see the dvd, couldnt get into the kind of fight i wanted as andy had done his homework and tried to keep out of a brawl, as dawn and h said to me on the night my timing and range was a little off, but i felt that i had the better of any exchanges we did have and my team felt i had done enough to win, but was always going to be real close so we dnt have any complaints!!

Dean and Lex's fight was great to watch, i thought Lexs army of fans were fanastic!!

Tim well done on your win mate, nice fight and nice guy! The drink i gave you was a pint of larger with 3 dirty shots in it, i think i put bells, sambuca and aftershock in it, hope you enjoyed it!!

Big Bird i love you!!

Shawn,
It was a great fight m8, no one can say different, like you said it could have gone either way, you both do your homework on each other and everytime you fight it is close.
Chad gave me a good fight and I think we put on a good demonstration to start the show. I always enjoy my sessions with Chad as he is a technical fighter and I like that in a fight rather than mixing it.

Newark Martial Arts,
As usual you made me very welcome and put on a great well timed , well run show. Thank you to you all !!!!

Dean,
Wot can I say, u are still a champ for getting in that ring and doing 12 rounds of superb fighting.Now you know why you are an influcence to up and coming fighters. Well done m8 !!!

Respect to all, Leif

Quality night, massive thanks to Aaron for covering me in vaseline when i shook his hand.... i had to hold my lager with 2 hands all night in fear that it was slipping out my hand!

Loads of good fights, cant wait until the show in April!

Great news, congrats lex

cracking show really enjoyed it
well done dean..
the sfter party was awesome theres some good pics of us lincoln lot lol
it was good to see dell showing his moves on the dance floor lol

The last of the title fight pictures are uploading now. The undercard will be put on over the next couple of days. Im saving the best pictures till last. Yes the afterparty. You Lincoln lads have given me some sensoring issues....

Message for Steve Swinburn. Can you please not KO your oppenents so early in the fight, it gave me no time at all to get some shots of you mate.. !!!


Visit www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk and select photos.

Thanks Chad for a great fight and Moley caught the true spirit of the sport in the pic she took of us at the end. Still mates and full of respect for each other. Respect Leif

I heard that the fight between Lex & Dean might be on sky shortly, any ideas when this will be?

As soon as we have a confirmed date we will post here for you all.

Leif, just wanted to say thanks for all your nice comments about the pics. Can you ask your mum if poss can she save / post me a copy of the poster. Thanks chap.

Hi Moley,

Have asked for a copy of the poster when it is done as the event is not til May.

Respect Leif

Moley,

Make sure you get May issues of fighters which is out 10th April, your skills are going to be on show again.

Great Thanks, Great Respect Leif

Excellent news leif, glad to be of service chap.

Well done to all fighters! sounded like an excellent show ! I see John Lawson was on the show ina demo bout with Barry Lock??! is he coming out of retirement?? he is one hell of a fighter... remember seeing him beat sean mallett at the york hall!! anyone know anything on this?

John Lawson stepped in last minute as his fighter he had come to corner was unable to fight and rather than leave barry without a match he did a demo with him

Thanks Lief, who was Barry supposed to be fighting?

I think it was keith morris not to sure

Moley my love! hav u gt any ov the afta party pics?? lol ii think i managed 2 crash quite a few ov thm! lol good show had sum rly gd fights!

i got a pic of you arron....... me you n shaun......and if i remember rightly you crashed that one too, was supposed to be just big bird n boom boom, but you made it in the pic....lol

phil.. can i have your email address please so i can send my pic of me for our lincoln poster
and whens the dvd ready mate

cheers

No probs Steve.
phil@willsons.com

The last of the photos have now been uploaded and can be viewed at www.newarkmartialarts.co.uk

Anyone requiring copies should e-mail pressofficer@newarkmartialarts.co.uk

C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\My Pictures\stevens pictures\P3100039.JPG

What was the pic of Steve.. you got us all in suspence now mate.

hmmmm typical of the lincoln lot strong in the arm dead in the head .... hahaha come on steve post it baby

They can all put their strongs arms round me and rest thier georgeous heads on my shoulder any day.... :-) and I know another lady in Newark who thinks your all great toooo. I think SF is just jealous of all our pics at the after party lol !!!!!

ohhh yes, there all lovely...worst is my daughters are now hooked on lincoln boys too.......lol

We are all nice decent lads really, honest ;-)

how do you put pics on help please
us lincoln lot are also well behaved lol

now that one is debateable.......lol.......well behaved and decent!!!!!!now if you said gorgeous then i would have to agree...lol

steve click on the browse button find the file you want to attach and then click open. It should list the location of your pic in the attach picture box. Then attach a message in the big white area as normal and hit save. Make sure the file size isnt to big I try to aim for under 1 meg. Any probs mate email it to me and ill post it up for you

Not sure what your on about us Lincoln Lads for we just had a quite drink and then went home for a hot chocolate and a bubble bath

Me, Aaron and Tim Drury (grabbing the pair of sucks i put down the front of boxers my boxers ;-))

A few of the Lincoln faithful!!

Me and Swinny

ill email them over for you angela whats your email
ive got sum good pics

angelamoleend@yahoo.co.uk i'll have a go and post them up for you.

Are they as good as this one.......... what had you boys been drinking ! ! !

nice bums guys......lol....but wheres the six pack in the chest shot......needs some more stomach conditioning i think......lol

Sky Sports 3 next tues 27th March at 10pm - Highlights of Show plus Main Event.

so thats the arse you've been getting £10 a go for shawn!!!

The fight is also being shown on sky sports 3 on wed 28th march at 4am and 12 noon.

For anyone local to Newark it will be shown in the Atrium bar from 10pm on Tuesday 27th March.