Ben Bradshaw disclosed what to expect from him this Sunday when he makes the walk against Jack Brennan at Rise and Conquer 12.
The promotion is all set for its twelfth instalment and continues to go from strength to strength. Those attending and watching live on PPV can expect a night of amateur and professional action. The Rainton Arena in Houghton le Spring is the venue that hosts the contests.
Bradshaw enters the bout with a notable (4-2) record and currently finds himself on a four-fight win streak. Sunday’s contest marks his second outing of the year haven defeated Adrion Levken at Clan Wars 46 earlier this year.
Ahead of the bout, we had the opportunity of catching up with Ben Bradshaw, who dived into it all. Hear what he had to say below.
Interview With Ben Bradshaw
On Sunday, you walk at Rise and Conquer 12, just months after picking up your first victory of the year at Clan Wars 46. Was the goal always to try and have an active year if the body allowed it?
The goal was always to be more active this year than I have been previously. So far, so good, and my body is feeling great.
On your win against Adrion Levken, everyone will be happy with a quick night at the office. Was there anything about that fight that didn’t leave you pleased?
Obviously, it was a quick fight against Adrion, so there isn’t much to pick apart; however, huge improvements have been made since that fight.
You began fighting in 2017 and lost the first two bouts of your amateur career. In 2019, something then clicked, and since then, you’ve rattled off four consecutive wins. In your own views, what changed?
My entire mindset changed. I was taking my training seriously, doing the work inside and outside of the gym. That win streak is only going to grow.
Ben Bradshaw on His PT Journey
Alongside fighting, I saw you are also a personal trainer and help individuals transform their lives with their fitness journeys. Do you feel that’s had any benefit in any way to your own fighting career helping others? If so, how?
It has been one of the best things I’ve ever done in terms of my own fighting career. The understanding of training and nutrition has completely changed the game for me, which is why I work with a lot of fighters to improve their nutrition and S&C work. It’s by far the most overlooked aspect of MMA.
Your most recent outing was the first victory by stoppage you’ve attained. Talk me through the difference in terms of feelings between stopping your opponent and earning a decision, and can we expect you to now have that killer instinct to find a finish as we lead into May 7th?
At the end of the day, a win is a win, but it is definitely made so much sweeter when it comes to a finish. This fight won’t be going the distance either, I’m dialled in, and I’m taking the decision away from the judges.
The man in your way on fight night is Jack Brennan. When the bout was first put across to you, you had a look at him and what he could bring to the fight. What were your initial thoughts on the matchup and his skills?
To be honest, I didn’t even know who I was fighting until the promotion was announced it. I trust my coaches to make those decisions for me. I’ve had a look at him, he’s a quality opponent, but he’s not on the same level as me.
What to Expect
For those who haven’t had the chance to watch you compete live, just let them know what they are in for and what they can expect.
I haven’t ever been in a boring fight. I’m not about to change that. Expect fireworks. This will be a high-paced fight you won’t want to look away from.
What goals do you have within MMA, as well as your personal trainer role?
The aim is to go pro when the time is right. I’m in no rush for now, but I’m on the right track. The goal as a PT is to help as many fighters as possible achieve a peak performance they did not think was possible.
Finally, how does Ben Bradshaw get his hand raised in the Rainton Arena this Sunday at Rise and Conquer 12?
Round two finish. If not, round one. I’m going to make a statement in front of his home crowd.
