Exclusive Interview with Professional Kickboxer, Hamza Bounabri

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Heather

Introduction

Hamza Bounabri is a professional kickboxer and Muay Thai fighter from Casablanca, Morocco.  When he moved to a smaller city, he decided it was time to hit the gym. Hamza Bounabri had begun to train Taekwondo at the young age of twelve. Afterwards, he went to Thailand and fell in love with the culture and trained in Muay Thai. His professional record is 32-6-0 and he is ranked #11 Super Lightweight in the world by the World Kickboxing Federation.  Hamza is a well-rounded fighter with experience in various martial arts. He has an impressive record, and after stepping into a gym at twelve years old, he acquired a seemingly different mindset.

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Exclusive: Interview with Sensei and Author, Professor Julio Rivera

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Heather

Introduction

Professor Julio Rivera is a martial arts and self-defence instructor with over thirty years of experience in various combat sports. He holds black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, as well as being as a trainer in Krav Maga, kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts.  He is also an author of the book Brokedown Sensei: How I Fought Trauma and Bipolar Disorder From the Outside In, available on Amazon. Julio Rivera has another book in the works.  We bring you an insight into Julio Rivera’s life and philosophy of Internal Jiu-Jitsu.

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Exclusive: Interview with Boxing Manager and Hall of Famer, Jackie Kallen

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Heather

Introduction

Jackie Kallen grew up in Detroit, Michigan. She is one of the first female boxing managers, who has been extraordinarily successful! Kallen is a pioneer in the boxing industry, due to being the first female fight promoter. She has devoted 45 years to the sport. This is astonishing, as she continues to empower and motivate women, especially in the sporting industry. 

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FightMatrix Exclusive: Interview with Undefeated Pro Boxer Joshua Quartey

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Heather

“This was after my 4th victory and my first time going the full rounds as a professional.

My face looked happy because that fight taught me a lot about professional boxing.”

Introduction:

Joshua ‘The Lion King’ Quartey is 28 years old and an up-and-coming pro boxer. He hails from the greater Accra region of Ghana.  Joshua Quartey (who is also known in private life as Abubakari Quartey) has a perfect professional record of 8-0, with 7 wins coming by the way of knock out.  He is currently ranked #1 middleweight in Ghana and #156 in the world by BoxRec.com. Quartey is currently looking to break out into the international boxing scene.

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FightMatrix Exclusive: Interview with Boxing Manager Ilker Furat

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Heather

Mr. Furat holding the YouTube award received by 12 Raund Boxing podcast

Today, we bring you an exclusive interview with Türkiye-based boxing manager Ilker Furat.

You can find more information about Ilker and his business endeavors at https://www.ilkerfurat.com. You can also listen to his award winning podcast, 12 Raund Sports.

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