Fuji Chalmsak versus Arslan Magomedov

This match looks like it's a K-1 match but I've never seen it until now. I've heard of the fighters but other than that don't know anything else about them. Devastating right hook counter against a knee by Fuji. The way Magomedov's legs were shaking when he was KOed was disturbing!

Den Muangsurin vs Ceasar

Wow, what a comeback by the Thai fighter, Den Muangsurin. The composure and toughness to keep a level head against the pressure and fight on was amazing.

Kungfu king 2009 - SALIKOV(RUS) vs YuJin(CHN)

Salikov became well known in Chinese Sanda by beating three top Sanda fighters and claiming the Sanda King title two years ago. I've never heard or seen Yu Jin before. I am actually surprised by this Kungfu King event. It seems very similar to the now defunct Sanda Wang promotion. The rules seem to be the same sanda rules, ie. punches, kicks, throws and knees to the body allowed. Despite knees being allowed, I didn't see any knees at all even though there were a number of good opportunities to use in this match. I thought both fighters were quite sloppy in this match. Salikov seems hesitant to engage, choosing to wrestle everytime Yu Jin comes in striking. Yu Jin's striking is really sloppy. I guess it'll still be a while before a top Chinese fighter can make an impact in K-1. *sighs*

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K-1 Max Final 16 - Nieky Holtzken vs Chahid

Another big name Dutch fighter, Nieky Holtzken who has fought in K-1 Max against Souwer and Buakaw, who he both lost to in a decision. He's vastly improved in this match up against the Moroccan powerhouse Chahid who regularly fights in It's Showtime promotions in Europe. Chahid has a nice low left kick and strong punches. He's your go straight forward kind of fighter though he will surprise people with his head movement and quick replies. Though strong and explsove, imho he's abit too one dimensional to make much success in K-1 Max.

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K-1 Max Final 16 - Andy Souwer vs Leroy Kaestner

Andy Souwer needs no introduction. Leroy Kaestner is a protege of Peter Aerts and you'll see Peter in his corner. I have never actually seen Kaestner in any Dutch events so far so I think he must be pretty fresh in the kickboxing scene. Sometimes when your senior/ coach is an established named fighter in K-1, that will be the ticket in. Kaestner shows some good typical Dutch style kickboxing but still too inexperienced. He's tough though! I think when he gets more matches under his belt and beefed up abit he'll be a force. Atm his bodybuild remind me of when Souwer first burst on the Japanese kickboxing scene.

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K-1 Final 16 - Albert Kraus vs Yuichiro Nagashima

Nagashima was one of the well known names to come out of this year's K-1 Max Japan tournament. He lost in the second round of the Japan tournament due to a cut but was doing extremely well knocking out people with his extremely unorthodox brawling style. However his style is extremely open and I think very vulnerable to a more tight power orthodox fighting style such as that of Albert Kraus. Nagashima is in the Final 16 due to an online fan vote iirc. He's really made a name for himself with his weird anime/ manga inspired girl outfits. Look on youtube for his entrances. It's just...wow...only in Japan :).

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K-1 Max Final 16 - Artur Kyshenko vs Alviar Lima

Kyshenko really has got everything going for him. Looks, skills and power all rolled into the perfect packaged as per K-1 Max specifications. Lima is a well established Dutch fighter but making his K-1 Max debut here. He's known for his stamina and toughness.

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