After a tremendous performance against Kamil Jablonski and an intense preparation marked by broken personal records, Michael Todd arrives as favorite for his match against Genadi Kvikvinia at the East vs West 15. Genadi, for his part, raised questions about his level after a serious injury to his right arm. Was he going to achieve the same performance against Michael as in 2022 during East vs West 2 where he won 3-0?
Table of contents
Round 1
The first round, lasting approximately 1 minute 30 seconds, perfectly illustrates Michael Todd's characteristic style. From the start, Genadi attempts a flop press, as he announced, immediately putting pressure on Michael. Despite strenuous attempts, he comes up against Michael's King's Move and never manages to cross the few centimeters that separate him from victory. After several unsuccessful attacks and seeing his forces exhausted, Genadi gave ground. Michael takes the opportunity to regain the advantage, transitioning to use the press, and ends up winning this first round.
Round 2
Genadi Kvikvinia came close to losing this round when a flash pin from Michael Todd seemed to seal his fate, but it was canceled due to a false start from Michael. At the restart, the round followed a similar scenario to the first. This time, however, it was Genadi who gained the upper hand, ultimately managing to "pin" Michael with his flop press.
Round 3
This time, it's good timing for Michael who “flash pins” Genadi Kvikvinia and wins this 3rd round.
Round 4
Genadi knew how to position himself perfectly, placing his shoulder well behind his hand to maximize the effectiveness of his press. This strategy paid off, allowing him to control the exchange and win this fourth round with authority. Thanks to this victory, Genadi equalizes the score at 2-2, completely restarting the match and intensifying the tension for the rest.
Round 5
In this decisive final round, Michael Todd once again executed his press with lightning speed, managing to “flash pin” Genadi. This perfectly mastered maneuver allowed him to win the round and conclude the match with a 3-2 victory.
Thanks to this victory, Michael Todd is one step closer to Levan Saginashvili, number 1 in the Super Heavyweight category.
Post-match reactions
Michael Todd
It was harder than I thought it was going to be. I thought I was going to run over this dude, he has a lot of heart. Round 2 I made a couple errors. I could have transitioned and then he smacked me.Michael Todd
Michael Todd finishes by explaining that the next time we see him, it will probably be against Ermes Gasparini at East vs West 16, early 2025.
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