When fight fans hear the name Zak Kelly, their minds immediately migrate to the lengthy dangerous striker whom does business in the cage. Little do they know, Kelly started his combat sports career as an illustrious champion kick boxer and also credits kickboxing to saving his life.

Come July 20th, Kelly comes full circle from beginning his career as an amateur kickboxer on the USKA undercards to headlining the promotions bill as a professional in a venue where familiar venue where he has cornered countless fighters under his stable of Gracie 717. The home field advantage is in Kelly’s hands, for certain, but as they say, anything can happen in a fight!

Just ddays ahead of his main event bout to chat about the fight with MyMMANews’ own, Adam Crist. Tune in below to here how the chat played out!

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Adam Crist

Currently studying Broadcast Journalism at Wilmington University, Adam’s passion for the sport only grows stronger when a fighter’s voice can be heard. He thrives on asking detailed questions to inspire the thoughts behind the punches in hopes that each fighter can find their proper justice. Specializing in pre and post fight interviews for MyMMANews, Adam strives to keep the fight fans up to speed with the most recent and authentic MMA news possible. He is Co-promoter of Delaware’s premier kick-boxing and Muay Thai organization, IBF Promotions. Recently he has also accompanied MMA organizations Global Proving Ground and XCC as Co-host and ringside commentator.

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