Interview with Pride Fighter Denis Kang
BY JOHN LEE

Ktown213:  Hi Denis, please give our viewers your 30-second intro!
Denis Kang:  I've been fighting for almost 10 years now and I'm 29 years old. This sport is my passion and I am so happy to be living my dream. I am eager to meet more Koreans in the US.

Ktown213:  How long have you been fighting and training professionally? How did it all start for you?
Denis Kang:  It started when I was in high school back in 95. I saw a video of the UFC and I was hooked. I first started training in Hapkido and then on to Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and eventually added boxing and kickboxing.

Ktown213:  How important is your Korean heritage?
Denis Kang:  It' s huge part of who I am. Since I can remember I have been aware of my roots. My father always instilled a deep sense of pride. It's an honor now to represent Korea in international competitions.

Ktown213:  You have a big fight coming up on November 12th, Pride FC's Bushido Survival Finals to fight Akihiro Gono. How well have you been preparing for your fight?
Denis Kang:  I always prepare well for my fights. The training is extremely grueling and there are times where I don't like it haha.

Ktown213:  What recommendations do you have for your fans wanting to get into the sport?
Denis Kang:  Watch and learn with an open mind. Seek a good teacher and discipline yourself to train with perseverance.

Ktown213:  What are you goals after the fight? Is there anyone in FC you would like to face?
Denis Kang:  I haven't even thought that far ahead to be honest. I always view my next fight as the last event of my life. All my focus is on that night.

Ktown213:  What has been your most memorable fight and why?
Denis Kang:  Probably my fight against Murillo Ninja Rua last June. I was expecting a 15 minute war but I knocked him out in 15 seconds!

Ktown213:  Have you ever been to Ktown LA?
Denis Kang:  I've always wanted to go to LA and have a heard a lot about Korea town there. It's definitely on my "to do" list.

Ktown213:  Thank you Denis, we know you're training hard in Japan, and we appreciate you taking the time to do this interview.
Denis Kang:  No problem, thank you!

You can find out more about Denis at www.deniskang.com