It was a great battle especially in the first round as both fighters showed their MMA wrestling, and grappling prowess. Takedowns, submissions, transitions and scrambles and technical exchanges were displayed, much to the delight of the sold out crowd. Fans at Ynares Sports Arena were on their feet as Mark Striegl took the back of Kim and attempted a RNC. The Korean was able to escape and attempted his own submissions on the Fil-Am. Both fighters showing why they are the top fighters in the division, both of them looked pretty even, skills-wise.
South Korean Jang Yong Kim.
Slideshow of Striegl vs. Kim
Thank you everyone for all your support.
Unfortunately I didn't get the W last night but I promise to come back even stronger...and a bit heavier .
I'll show the resilience of the Filipino spirit.
I'll be back with a vengeance. Guaranteed.
- Mark "Mugen" Striegl