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Plans On War With Anthony Njokuani

by Jonathan King-MMAjunkie.com

It wasn't too long ago that lightweight slugger and nine-time IFL veteran Chris Horodecki (13-1 MMA, 0-0 WEC) was widely regarded as one of the brightest prospects of the 155-pound division.

But following the lone loss of his professional career in December 2007, the 22-year-old has fought just twice while enduring injury and the collapse of both the IFL and Affliction organizations.

But with his WEC debut against fellow striker Anthony Njokuani (11-2 MMA, 2-1 WEC) set for Saturday night's "WEC 45: Cerrone vs. Ratcliff" event, Horodecki recently told MMAjunkie.com Radio (www.mmajunkie.com/radio) he's ready to re-establish himself among the sport's best young stars.

"I am real happy," Horodecki said. "Been a long time coming. It was back and forth ever since Affliction folded. Every organization was negotiating with my management, and it just went all over the place. Now I'm just happy we've got something stable set."

Horodecki has fought just once following the collapse of the IFL, and that was against journeyman William Sriyapai for regional promotion Fight Force International. But as the lights of the big stage started to fade away, Horodecki said he remained focused.

"My management just told be to be patient, and things will happen," Horodecki said. "That's what came out. The WEC is one of the premier organizations, and I'm really planning on making some lights there – shining."

Horodecki will look to make an immediate impact with a win over Njokuani in the evening's co-feature. "The Polish Hammer" said he's honored by the chance to take such a prominent role in his first appearance and promises to make WEC officials comfortable with their decision.

"It's a great opportunity, and I'm real excited," Horodecki said. "They respect me, and the fact that they put me as the co-main event, I'm going to make sure that they get their money's worth."

While Horodecki lives and trains in Canada, he travels to Las Vegas prior to his fights to train at the TapouT gym with coach Shawn Tompkins as well as frequent trips to Xtreme Couture. And while the same injury that prevented Horodecki from fighting Dan Lauzon at January's "Affliction: Day of Reckoning" event also kept his training to a minimum, the lightweight says he'll be 100 percent for this contest.

"One of my discs was pinching a nerve, and pain would shoot down my arm," Horodecki said. "I couldn't feel my fingers. My whole side was weak like a kitten.

"It's probably a good thing the doctor didn't let me fight. You never know what could have happened. But now I'm back. That's the most important thing. I'm back, and I'm healthy. I feel good. I can't wait."

While Saturday's fight card features a number of potentially exciting contests, the striking prowess of Horodecki and Njokuani would seem to set the table for a bout full of fireworks. Horodecki said that while you can always expect the unexpected in MMA, he would love a toe-to-toe challenge.

"You've got two bangers there," Horodecki said. "I love to stand and trade – everybody knows that – and so does he. But this is MMA, too. Anything can happen; you never know.

"But it's a real treat for the fans because this fight is starting on our feet. We're going to go to war."

While Horodecki nearly became a forgotten man during his time away from competition, he says his passion to succeed never dwindled. And with his re-introduction to the MMA world set for Saturday night, Horodecki said he can't wait to shine in the WEC.

"I've got a home now," Horodecki said. "I'm real pumped about that."

stadw0n · Veteran Joined: 01 Mar 2008 Posts: 472 Location: toontown

lol @ this guy, he ran away and got headkicked from behind and got KTFO..shit was fucking funny as hell

Priest · Newbie Joined: 24 Jul 2009 Posts: 45

I saw that shit last night,once chris turned to run away,i knew something bad was gonna happen,but i didn't think he would take a high kick to the side of his face.

It was almost like watching a car accident about to happen...You want to look away, but you also want to watch at the same time,so you don't miss anything.

keuse doggie · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1281

he is canadian and a top competitor, which is something especially considering his age (22?) - and getting into WEC is hard as hell.
no need to hate

Eclectic · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1002 Location: Over There

keuse doggie · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1281

another showing from the top douchebag on the forum

Eclectic · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1002 Location: Over There

*bow*

chapter thrive · God Joined: 28 Feb 2008 Posts: 1009

hahaa, not sure how you can call eclectic a douche bag.

Eclectic · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1002 Location: Over There

It's cause I likes to argue with him.

Meh, I get bored at a desk all day so I play Devil's Advocate.

It's fun, you should try it.

Very Happy

stadw0n · Veteran Joined: 01 Mar 2008 Posts: 472 Location: toontown

Priest · Newbie Joined: 24 Jul 2009 Posts: 45

keuse doggie · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1281

i was talking to the other guy.

Drunk Dog · God Joined: 01 Mar 2008 Posts: 1218

Priest · Newbie Joined: 24 Jul 2009 Posts: 45

"It was just kind of a brain fart on fight night"

http://www.fighthype.com/pages/content6847.html

keuse doggie · God Joined: 29 Feb 2008 Posts: 1281

priest where do you train?

Drunk Dog · God Joined: 01 Mar 2008 Posts: 1218

hes trains in yo moms vagina whole.
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