Scotty Leffler talks upcoming bout with Artem Sharoshkin at Lion Fight Muay Thai VI

Scotty Leffler will be fighting Artem Sharoshkin at Lion Fight Muay VI. The bout is expected to be one of the night’s most exciting fights as both fighters are usually involved in exciting fights. Leffler took some time from his training to answer a few questions for Muay Thai Authority about the upcoming fight with Artem as well as his desire to be involved in exciting fights.

MTA: You have an upcoming fight with Artem Sharoshkin, how is training going?

Scotty: Training is going great! 100% injury free so far!

MTA: How familiar are you with Artem as a fighter and do you feel you hold any advantages over him in your skill set?

Scotty: I know Artem well as a fighter. We have fought on the same card a couple times. I have seen him in action a lot. I do feel like I have an advantage in my skill set. I would say I'm meaner but, that’s not skill now is it? Lol.

MTA: You had a war last time when you fought Sheldon Gaines, is that type of fight you like to be involved in?

Scotty: I love the back and fourth battles! I love to watch them and I love to be in them! I am expecting an all out WAR!

MTA: Do you expect this to be just as exciting as your last fight?

Scotty: I don't think Artem would allow it any other way. My jaw is fine. It's like it never happened.

MTA: Your last fight you returned from a broken jaw, how is it holding up?

Scotty: My jaw is fine. It's like it never happened.

MTA: Any words for your supporters Scotty?

Scotty: I would like to say a special THANK YOU to the people that come to see me fight. I also want to thank Master Nick, Master Lookchang, Norm "The Devil" Turner and all of my training partners. I gotta give my wife a lot of credit as well. I couldn't do it without her help.

*Photo by Scott Hirano