As Cage Warriors prepares to make its triumphant return to Scotland with Cage Warriors 171 at the Braehead Arena in Glasgow, all eyes are on Chris Bungard. With a record of 19-8 and a reputation for electrifying performances, Bungard is set to headline the event, marking a significant moment in his illustrious career.
For Bungard, the opportunity to headline a historic Cage Warriors card on home soil is a source of immense pride:
“I’m proud to be in this position. It’s a big deal. It’s a main event, which brings added pressure,” he shared. “There’s definitely a bigger buzz about this one, compared to most of my fights. It feels right, and it’s been a long journey, and we need that fairy-tale ending.”
Reflecting on his last outing in Newcastle, where he secured a first-round victory over Perry Goodwin, Bungard anticipates an even greater atmosphere at Cage Warriors 171.
Chris Bungard Ready to Thrive in Incredible Atmosphere at CW 171
“The atmosphere is going to be nuts,” he exclaimed. “I thrive off the energy from the crowd, and hopefully on Saturday night it’s the same.”
With three of his teammates also set to compete on the card, Bungard acknowledges the emotional investment he has in their fights:
“There’s definitely a nervousness when my teammates fight because I want them to do well,” he admitted. “I’ve got faith in them to go out and put on a great performance and get the job done.”
Looking ahead to his own bout against Dumitru Girlean, Bungard is prepared for a tough challenge:
“He’s explosive with his hands and clearly hits hard, so I feel it’s going to be gritty,” Bungard remarked. “If I win this, it’s going to be my 20th professional win, and I’ve got 17 first-round finishes, so I clearly come to finish.”
What to Expect
As for what fans can expect from him in the Cage Warriors 171 headliner, Bungard promises excitement and unpredictability when he places in feet on that canvas:
“Well if you’re a Chris Bungard fan you know exactly what to expect, the unexpected,” he stated: “I guarantee the fans are going to enjoy the fight, and there’ll probably be some blood.”
With anticipation building for Cage Warriors 171, Scottish MMA fans are eagerly await Bungard’s headline performance, ready to witness the Bad Guy in action once again.
