Bernie Mendieta talks upcoming fight with Justin Greskiewicz

Bernie Mendieta will be taking on American Justin Greskiewicz on March 11th in the U.K. at Muay Thai Supershow. Mendieta is a young dynamic up and comer and will be looking to continue to climb up the European rankings when he takes on the always game Greskiewicz. Mendieta took some time from his training to talk to Muay Thai Authority about the upcoming fight.

MTA: You are set to fight Justin Greskiewicz on March 11th, how familiar are you with Justin G?

Bernie: I know a little bit about him, I know he recently fought Liam Harrison and got stopped in the second round! But has then had a couple of wins since then! I've watched a few of his fights he's a good fighter!

Pictures: Saenchai vs. Kevin Ross

On Sunday, August 14th, Saenchai Sinbimuaythai and Kevin Ross went toe to toe for five rounds at Stand Up Promotions "M1 Grand Muay Thai Championship". On the line was the MTAA world title as well as the first ever WBC Muay Thai diamond belt. The cheers of the crowd rocked the place, as the fighters did each other, making for an over-the-top fan experience. American fan favorite Kevin Ross came up short in his bid to try and defeat arguably the worlds best pound for pound fighter.

Results and Recap: Stand Up Promotions "M1 Grand Muay Thai Championship"

Los Angeles, CA -- The biggest Muay Thai fight to ever hit American soil took place when Thai legend Saenchai and American stand out Kevin Ross met at Stand Up Promotions "M1 Grand Muay Thai Championship". On the line was Saenchai's MTAA world title as well as the first ever WBC Muay Thai diamond belt.

In the night's main event Kevin Ross and Saenchai came out to loud cheers from the crowd and they did no disappoint. It was clear from the start of the bout that Ross was looking to press the action and use his size and boxing to gain the upper hand. The very crafty Saenchai moved well around the ring and was able to mitigate Ross' attack by clinching or moving and connecting with counter strikes. Ross clearly showed he was game, never backing down from Saenchai and consistently pressing the action. Midway threw the fight a head kick from Saenchai sent Ross to the canvas, but he recovered quickly. Saenchai built a good lead for himself going into the final round and Ross came out swinging, but unfortunately for the American it was not enough as the fight ended up going to a decision. Two judges scored the fight for Saenchai 48-46 and the third judge scored it a draw at 47-47. Saenchai takes home a majority decision and the first ever WBC Muay Thai diamond belt, as well as his MTAA world title.