31st January - Eagles Show, Cardiff
- Arunas Andriuskevicus v Will Riva - 92kg

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7th February - MUAY THAI LEGENDS, Croydon, London

Ian Goldie v Stuart Kemp -71kg, K-1 Style

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22nd February - The Empire Strikes Back, "Csino Rooms", Rochester
- Michael Dovies v TBC

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28th February - FIGHTCLUB, Western Super Mare

Nigel Thomas v Matt Martin British -81.4KG ISKA Light Heavyweight Title defence

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1st March - ULTIMATE FORCE 2, Luton – Chicago Rock Cafe

- Arunas (Champion) v Daniel Samms English MT Heavyweight Title defence

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8th March - ABSOLUTEADRENALINE – The Opera house, Bournemouth

- Andrew Tate v TBC
- Paul Douglas v TBC
- Panikos Kleanthous v TBA

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21st Match - UWC 9 – Southend on Sea

- Arunas Andriuskevicus v Dennis Sutherland UWC Light Heavyweight Title -93.99kg
- Panikos Kleanthous v TBC

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29th March - HELL CAGE – Prague

- Arunas Andriuskevicus v TBC
- Panikos Kleanthous v TBC

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18th April - Stevenage

- Paul Douglas v Sukhy Shoria -67kg, 10 x 2’ Rounds
- Barry Hazel v Fausto Cataldo-70kg, 3x2’ Low-Kick

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25th April - Matlock Bath
- Andrew Tate v Paul Randle ISKA English Cruiserweight Title -84.5kg

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2008 NEWS

ISKA Championship Kickboxing
29th November, Hutton Moor Sports Centre, WSM

ISKA British Light-heavyweight 81.4kg
Matt Martin (WAMA) v Nigel Thomas (Storm Gym)



RESULTS: Winner and New British ISKA Kickboxing Champion after 7 hard fought rounds from the STORM GYM – Luton is Nigel Thomas!
A rematch is in talks for Matt Martins Commonwealth Title in March next year.

Well done Nigel you did us all Proud with a good performance.

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UWC 8 – Ultimate Warrior Challenge:
8th November, South end on Sea Leisure and Tennis Centre, South end on Sea

- Arunas Andrisukevicius v Ronnie Gill, Pro-MMA, 3x5’

- Panikos Kleanthous v Chris Richardson, Semi Pro-MMA, 2x5’

RESULTS: Another referee stoppage due to ground and pound in a professional heavyweight bout. The fight scheduled for 3 x 5 minute rounds between Ronnie Gill v Arunas Andriuskevicius was stopped at 2:57 into round one. Declaring Arunas Andriuskevicius the victor via TKO.


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Results: The professional middleweight fight between Panikos Kleanthous and Chris Richardson was scheduled for 3 x 5 minute rounds. However, Richardson caught Kleanthous in a guillotine and at 2:02 of round one, Kleanthous tapped.

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HELL CAGE 2 - "Heaven or Hell"
19th October, Prague, Czech republic

ARUNAS ANDRIUSKEVICIUS v ALEK OSMANOVIC

Finally the well deserved breakthrough and fight we are looking forward too is happening for our fighter Arunas Andriuskevicius.

RESULTS: After the opponent was changed 3 times in the end we found out that Arunas is to face off with Pavel Botka, the Man who at the last HELL CAGE beat the Legend himself - Dan 'The Beast' Severn on a points decision!

Luckily we found that out after the fight in the Hotel lobby.

At the begin of the round you cold see the size difference with Arunas weighin in at 94.3kg and Pavel at 108kg, Pavel was as well the much taller fighter - Nevertheless the round started with some punch and kick exchanges with Arunas edging it just to finish in the clinch with Pavel taking Arunas to the ground and triying with different locks and holds to make Arunas Tap but to no avail!!!

Pavel did catch Arunas with a Anaconda Choke and nearly caught him but Arunas hang in there and wiggeled somehow out and changed position...in the process Arunas landed a good elbow and cut Pavel on the Nose as that happened Arunas applied the tringle choke with which he finished Pavel in the 1st round after 4.38'!

WINNER by TRINGLE CHOKE - Arunas Andriuskevicus STORM GYM - Luton!!!

 

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ABSOLUTE ADRENALINE - NEW BLOOD SERIES RETURNS!

Absolute Adrenaline returns on 5th October to concentrate on the next generation of fighters coming through the ranks.

- Mark McGrain (Look Borai) V Peter Kjuksonoks (Storm Gym) Thai Boxing, 3X2’

- Tom Newman (Sit Nak Muay) V Marat Hakimov (Storm Gym)- Thai Boxing, 3X2’

- TC v Panikos Kleanthous (Storm Gym) MMA, 2X5’

RESULTS:

First to break the ice was Peter, the fist round could only be described as an 'onslaught', to be honest I don't know how Mark survived! In round two Peter caught Mark wiith a vicious hook and floored him...Mark made it for the 8 count. Round 3 saw Peter work the better -WINNER by unanimous decision Peter Kjusonoks STORM GYM - Luton!

Second fighter to fight was Marat, first round was feeling out round with Marat catching Tom with some good punches and a lot of knee and clinch work! In the second round Marat caught Tom with a beatyfull cross followed by a roundhouse kick to the head/neck...Tom was for safety reaons taken to hospital and cleared after complaining that he could not breathe! - WINNER by TKO stoppage Marat Hakimov - Luton!

Third fighter fo Storm Gym was Panikos in his first PRO-MMA debut against local hero and brother of famous fighter Sam Rocha....Paul Rocha. The start was very explosive as anticipated with the local guy truying to intimidate Panikos but Panikos was not having any of it, as the round went on positions got changed, punches as well and one stage Panikos launched about 30 unanswered punches to his opponents guard and a moment later when the same was reversed with Paul landing just 4 or 5 punches the referee to everyones amazement jumped and stopped the fight, clearly Panikos was not fazed or anything like it ut A BAD DECISION BY THE REFEREE, BAD DECISION...in the end Panikos did us all proud and proved why he is the CYPRIAN CYCLONE! Well done Panikos.

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ISKA THAI/KICKBOXING

4th October 2008, Trinity Hall, Bristol

ISKA South West Area Light-middleweight title 72.5kg OR

Joe Edwards (King Tiger) v Paul Douglas (Storm Gym)

RESULT:
After 5 hard rounds Paul lost on points, he hang in there after being kneed and dropped onto the floor 5 times without any warning...all in all the Worst show I ever attended!!!

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ABOLUTE ADRENALINE - RELENTLESS
September 14th, Opera House, Bournemouth


Mo Kargbo V Andrew Tate (STORM GYM - Luton)
Weight: 83/84kg
Rules: Full Contact
Duration: 6 x 2

Kargbo Stopped!

Mo Kargbo may have come to the end of the road following his stoppage loss to Andrew Tate.

The contest was a nip and tuck affair with neither man committing enough to be convincing. You had the feeling that Kargbo had another gear but he never seemed to find it and Tate exploited that by producing a workmanlike performance.

Kargbo played when he should have acted and this gave Tate a growing confidence boost and by the 4th round he was letting the shots go. In the 5th Kargbo responded but following a superman punch he walked onto a right hand that connected high on the head.

He took an 8 count and was saved by the bell. In the corner there was confusion as Kargbo complained of hearing loss, but he was tentatively sent out for the next round where he proceeded to take an immidiate count before the start of the action. The towel went in on the contest and possibly the former world champions career.

This loss makes it 2 wins and 3 losses in 2008 at little more than domestic level where 2 years ago Kargbo would have laughed at competing in.

We wish him well in whatever he chooses.

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Steve Murphy V Arunus Andriuskavicus (STORM GYM - Luton)
Weight: 100/103kg
Rules: Pro MMA
Duration: 3 x 5

Bad Cut Rules Out Murphy!

Steve Murphy was sensationally pulled from his contest against Arunus Andrius in the second round following a huge series of cuts both over and under his right eye.

Up until that point it had been an absorbing contest with Andrius looking the sharper but Murphy the stronger.

Both men traded blows but it was Murphy who took the fight to the ground and stamped his authority and strength. Andrius leg kicks were fast and hard but on the ground he struggled with the heavier Bournemouth man.

Several times they were brought to their feet by referee Mark Woodard and following a short trade they ended up back on the canvas.

It was difficult to apportion the upper hand as both men had their merits but in the end the cuts were the deciding factor and the stoppage victory went to Andrius. This would make a good rematch.

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James Cornick (Bulldog Gym) V Paul Douglas (STORM GYM - Luton)
Title: IKF English Kickboxing Welterweight Title
Weight: 67kg max
Rules: Full Contact
Duration: 8 x 2 mins

Fight Of The Night For Cornick & Douglas

In an amazing display of skill, heart and fitness, James Cornick and Paul Douglas showed us all what a championship battle is all about. The 8 round contest had everything and showed both fighters at their very best.

Douglas had perfected the art of fighting from the back foot whilst Cornick pressed forward time and again with relentless agression. Neither man looked to be in trouble at any time as both dealt with the onslaughts of their foe with true professional skills. Cornick would deliver 3 shots and Douglas would give 4 back, keeping light on his feet to avoid being trapped.

Some of the rounds were very close but you had to edge it to Douglas by the half way point. The Cornick corner must have felt the same because by round 5 he had stepped up yet another gear. But Douglas went with it and created a furious pace at a time when most other fighters would be flagging.

By the 7th Douglas had the measure and was consolidating, sometimes throwing 4 or 5 kicks off the same leg. But Cornick would then back him onto the ropes and unleash 8 or 9 unanswered shots before Douglas would skillfully move out of range.

At the final bell the whole audience were on their feet applauding what was possibly the fight of the year.

The winner and new IKF English Welterweight Champion - Paul Douglas.

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13th September – MINOTAURS GYM – Interclub

Omas Woudburn Blake Storm Gym 37 Billy Kinsella Shin Kick 37kg

Winner- Billy Kinsella

Shontelle Woudburn Blake Storm Gym 37 Ellie Scott Hanuman 38kg

Winner - Ellie Scott

Chris Donnelly Raja Narusan 69 Peter Kjoksonoks Storm Gym 71kg

Winner - Peter Kjoksonoks

James Purdy Hanuman - Marat Hakimov Storm Gym 71kg

Winner - Marat Hakimov

Tristan Tate Storm Gym 89 Milos Moncilovic Diablo 90kg

Winner - Milos Moncilovic

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12th July - Circus Tavern, Essex

88kg/Super Cruiserweight - Andrew Tate STORM GYM - Luton vs. Ollie Green Aveley KB

RESULT: Another cracker at the famous Circus Tavern in Essesx!

Scheduled for 5 rounds and lasted only 4 rounds as Andrew Tate caught Olli Green with a textbook right cross followed by an uppercut on the way down to the canvass of the Ring - Ollie Green could not make the count.

Therefore winner by the way of KO over the currently Independently ranked Number 2 Ollie green is Andrew Tate from STORM GYM -Luton!

Andrew moved well, stayed sharp, kicked enough times and so beat the current ISKA British Champion.

Maybe a rematch for the Title is soon happening?

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5th July - Milton Keynes, COMBUDO1

RESULTS:

82.5kg - Panikos Kleanthous STORM GYM - Luton vs. Alan Jackson SSJ STUDIO

-A very Heartfull display by the Luton fighter, no backing down against an equally strong and experienced opponent - for his first fight he did well losing on points and it does look like a rematch is on!

70kg - Paul Douglas STORM GYM - Luton vs. Stuart Davies BANBURY THAI

- Paul was well prepared and Hungry as never before, it looked like seconds away from a stoppage but whilst in the clinch a clash of heads cut Stuart from BANBURY THAI very badly and the Doctor decided to Stop the contest.
Rematch is already beeing discussed for the next COMBUDO show in Milton Keynes!

71kg - Peter Kuksjonoks vs. Danny Warr (Banbury Thai) KO 1st

- Now, this was a surprise to Peter as he was so vervous in the changing rooms before the fight but we managed to channel his nerves into the fight.
Peter came out with a left roundhouse kick and then clinch, in which he caught his opponent with a left knee to the liver dropping Danny for a long 8 count...than after that 1 left hook - 8 count and finally after 30 seconds in round one the 3rd 8 count stoping the fight in Peter's favour!

Winner by KO on his first Semi-Pro fight Peter Kuksjonoks STORM GYM and I hope he will believe in himself a bit more now for the next fight.

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22nd June - CAPITAL PUNISHMENT Southern Area Title defense -70kg:

Paul Douglas STORM GYM - Champion vs. Kyle Nichol ( Lumpini, Crawley)

RESULTS: 1st and 2nd round well started as usual with Paul being sharp against a very tall opponent. Round 3, 4 and 5 clearly in the favour off Kyle as Paul just was not his usual self anymore! Winner by unanimous decision ofter 5 rounds Kyle Nichol from the famous Lumpini Gym!
Paul hang in there as warrior he is and did the best he could under these circumstances.

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STORM GYM - Luton spreads abroad into Bosnia and Herzegovina!!!

We hope with this new development to further grow the pool of professional fighters for STORM GYM as whole and a more global presence in the styles we cover.

In charge of the Bosnian division - STORM GYM - Bosnia will be Mr. Isak Memisevic , he will overlook and train the fighters in Bosnia.

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31 MAY - UWC 7 - Southend on sea
Arunas Andriuskevicus vs. Nicky Kruse (Germany)

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10 May - TKO KICKBOXING - Rochester
Andrew Tate vs. Lee Whitfield

RESULT: Andrew beat UK Indipendant No.3 Lee Withfield clear on points by unanimous decision. He Stopped Lee for an 8 count twice in round 2 but as tough as Lee is he recovered from 2 devastating blows.

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All Fired Up, STORM GYM fighter Paul Douglas is fighting in Plymouth Guildhall on Saturday 12th of APRIL on the "All Fired Up" 8 MAN Tournement in under -72kg weight division.

To buy tickets for this event and support your fighter plese contact Amir 07964 385 239 and thank you in advance.

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CAGE BRAWL 30th March Bracknel, Berkshire,
WKMA Muay Thai English Title –72kg

Paul Douglas STORM GYM vs. Michael Kessler RAPTORS GYM

RESULT: WINNER PAUL DOUGLAS BY UNANIMOUS DECISION

Paul dominated the whole fight with a very high work rate as well as some solid kicks, knees and clinch work, perfect performance – CONGRATULATIONS TO PAUL!

St Patricks Day Brawl, 15th March 08 at the Circus Tavern, Purfleet,Essex

STORM GYM - Luton fighter Paul Douglas vs Danny Elie for the ISKA English Title -71kg