Joshua Scott-Bell is set to make his mixed martial arts debut this Saturday at British Fighting Championship 4.
The stacked-fight card caters for everyone’s tastes. The Middlesbrough Sports Village will play host to the night of fights, and tickets can still be purchased by visiting the promotion’s social media channels.
Ahead of his debut against Kye Stevens, we had the chance to talk with Joshua Scott-Bell. Hear what he had to say.
Interview With Joshua Scott-Bell
Josh, it’s fight week and your first week. How are you dealing with the emotions just five days out from battle? Talk us through your mindset?
I’m feeling good. I’m ready for what Kye brings to the table, and I think it’ll be a good fight. The adrenaline rush isn’t new to me, so I think I’ve got the upper hand there.
For those who don’t know you and know your background in mixed martial arts, why was MMA a path you decided to try, and what made you want to continue training, ultimately now competing?
I’ve been training for a few years and have come to love the sport and every aspect of it. I’ve wanted to compete for a while and felt now was the time with the backing of my coach.
You’re going to be making the walk in your hometown. How loud are you expecting it to be in there, and have you got many coming to support you as you embark on a journey of the unknown?
Having multiple fighters from Boro on the card, I think it’s going to be electric. I’ve got family and friends watching and attending, so I’m going to make sure it’s a good fight.
Joshua Scott-Bell on Kye
I spoke with Kye prior to Saturday, and he believes he’ll stop you in the second round. I’m wondering if you have a response to that.
I’m going to be tougher than he thinks. As it’s both our first fights, all bets are off.
Where can your family, friends, teammates, and coaches expect you to excel in on Saturday night? Is there any part of your game you are excited to showcase more than others?
I think I’ll take it in the stand-up game; that’s where I excel, but I’m not a pushover in the ground either.
Despite not making the walk yet, in terms of training and preparing for a fight, what are some of the biggest lessons you’ve learned?
The mindset is the biggest thing for me, going in preparing to win. I have no other option. I’m going to give it my all and leave it all in the cage.
Final Thoughts
Saturday night, BFC 4, in your hometown. How does it unfold, and what expectations have you set for yourself?
I see myself winning. I don’t think Kye is ready for what I bring to the table. It’s going to be a good fight.
