“In wrestling, you can tell how someone is going to fight, in my opinion, based on their wrestling style,” Cassar said. “I think that translates a lot. Look at some of Ed Ruth’s old games and that’s kind of how he fights. You can go back and watch Bo’s. He was sort of “all-around” and can go behind his back and take high risks, just like in his last fight. I think my style will translate well. I’m pretty natural with my hands and I think my explosiveness and power will translate well.
Cassar didn’t just work his way to NCAA greatness. Where there is confidence and a desire to put his new sport in the palm of his hand, Cassar is as cerebral as he is excited.
Don’t expect the national champion to come out and underestimate the power of anyone he shares the cage with. Any fighter is deadly, especially at the higher weight classes, but with the right game plan, ground game, and conditioning, you’re a dangerous 205er, and Cassar knows it.
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If he succeeds, the entire light heavyweight division, followed by heavyweight, is on the verge of complete upheaval.
“As far as MMA and UFC go, it’s a very high risk. Getting out of the first round is easier said than done,” Cassar explained. “It’s a very high risk situation where anyone can be eliminated at any time. There are also guys like Stipe (Miocic) and (Jon) Jones who are going to change that and you are going to have to be locked in all five rounds and they have great technique and top skill. That’s something I plan to change in this sport, it’s also to add a bit more fun, style and skill to this division.
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