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Originally Posted by hillbillymax
I have my first cage fight this saturday night. I'll be weighing in at 155. Im cutting from 180 and i'm getting close. The guy i'm fighting is 0-1 and walks at 154, so i should have some size on him, he has a wrestling background and thats about all i know. I've been training bjj, some muay tai, and some boxing all for about 8 months. my strength is bjj. I'm nervous as hell. i guess thats normal? but anyone have any advice?
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Get your mind ready for the fight. Visualize what you think he is going to do. Go through every possible scenario in your head so if it happens you won't be surprised. A lot of people underestimate this type of preparation. This really helps you focus for the fight. HOWEVER, the most important thing you need to remember is to not blow your wad as soon as the bell rings. 99% of first timers go balls to the wall as soon as they here the bell ring. DON'T DO THIS!!!!! Concentrate and relax. Don't let yourself get overwhelmed and caught up in the moment. Be smart. If he rushes you, move in and tie him up, turning him into the cage. Let HIM panic and waste his energy. Even if you are in the best cardio shape you could possibly be in, you will have an adrenalin "dump" if you are not collected in there. I assume you have done a lot of sparring, so getting hit should not shock you. Don't panic if the guy starts swinging wildly. Just use good defense and let him "dump" his energy. Then when he is gassed . . . get him.
I don't know your or his style so no pointers on what to do. But it is very, very, very and did I mention very, important to stay calm!!!