After beating Frank Lamparelli at East vs West 12 and Lars Rorbakken at King of the Table 11,Monster Michael Todd (USA) found himself facing a tough opponent, Kamil Jablonski, nicknamed “The Golden Dragon” ( Poland), during the East vs West 14. This duel represented a real test for Michael Todd, allowing him to measure his return after a serious biceps injury in 2023.
During the press conference, Kamil Jablonski did not fail to warn Michael Todd by declaring: “I don't think you realize that arm wrestling has reached a new level and I represent that level. » Now warned, it remained to be seen if Michael Todd was ready to take up the challenge and prove that his comeback was real.
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Round 1
Kamil Jablonski, renowned for his use of “flop press” like Jerry Cadorette, almost surprised Michael Todd in the first round. What looked like a “flash pin” in favor of Kamil was ultimately canceled due to a “false start” committed by the Pole. After a valid “slip” and application of the strap, the tension increased a notch. Kamil was again penalized for another “false start”, which earned him a second warning and therefore a first foul.
The situation became even more complicated for Kamil when he committed an elbow foul by taking his elbow out of the pad while attempting to pin Michael Todd, then engaged in his famous "Kings Move", a technique that he has perfect control. With these two fouls accumulated by Kamil, it was ultimately Michael Todd who won this first round, despite the very present threat represented by his opponent.
Round 2
Despite the power and speed of Kamil Jablonski, Michael Todd managed to stop his opponent just a few centimeters from the pin pad thanks to his legendary “King’s Move”. Kamil, determined to win, launched several attacks to try to break through Michael's defense. However, realizing that he would not be able to defeat him, Kamil deliberately chose to commit an elbow foul, hoping to restart the round and give himself another chance to turn the situation around.
On this second try, the scenario repeated itself: Kamil's "flop press" once again collided with Michael's "King's Move". Despite all his efforts, Kamil ends up making another foul, thus giving the round to Michael Todd. With this second round in his pocket, Michael now led 2-0.
During the break, Michael Todd took the opportunity to do some squats, displaying remarkable confidence and stamina. Kamil Jablonski, on the other hand, looked visibly exhausted, struggling to recover from his intense efforts of the first two rounds. The difference in energy between the two athletes was striking and foreshadowed a difficult third round for Kamil.
Round 3
For this third round, Michael Todd decided to use the "hook press", a decision which completely surprised his opponent, Kamil Jablonski. In a split second, Michael executed a “flash pin”, thus sealing the round and winning the match with a score of 3-0. The delirious public shared Michael's joy, who triumphantly celebrated his victory.
Conclusion
It seems that Michael Todd is regaining, or even surpassing, his best level. By returning to victory for the third time in a row, his place in the arm wrestling elite is now indisputable.
Michael's next challenge could be Genadi Kvikvinia, currently 5th in the world rankings. Like Todd, Kvikvinia is also returning from injury and hasn't played a match since May 2023 (that was against Devon Larratt). This duel promises to be a big test for Michael, as he continues to demonstrate his impressive form and his desire to go for the title.
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