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[Brutus]

Elvis Sinosic 'Looking for a Fight' 05/01/08

PDG: Since your last fight at Cage Rage; what have you been doing?
Elvis: Since my last fight I have mostly been focusing on helping my training partner Anthony Perosh prepare for his fights as well as helping my fighters get ready for their fights. Recently Shane Nix, one of our fighters, just earned a title shot in the CFC after his last victory. I’ve also been doing more work with my school, Sinosic-Perosh Martial Arts (Sinosic-Perosh Martial Arts - Leave your ego at the door - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) – Thai Kickboxing – Wrestling – Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) – Ki Yoga – Kids). I’ve also been approaching promoters about getting myself another match as well.

PDG: Can you give your insight on your last fight with Paul Cahoon?
Elvis: Really not much insight to give. I felt strong and confident going into the match, under-estimated him and walked into a right hand. I went down hard, but recovered quickly. The ref came from the wrong side and stopped the match for my safety. I thought it was a premature stoppage but not much you can do in retrospect. I’ve had a couple of quick stoppages and I don’t understand it. I’ve had some brutal fights where I have taken a lot of punishment and pushed through to keep on going. So I have a history of being tough and resilient. So I don’t understand why the ref doesn’t let the match go on a bit longer, to give the fans a real finish or me an opportunity to recover and fight on.

PDG: There have been rumors of your return......Any update?
Elvis: Nothing at the moment. I’ve been talking to some promoters lately but none have made any commitment to getting me on their shows. To my fans, if you have a favorite show, contact the promoter and let them know you want to see my fighting on it.

PDG: How is training going and can you give some info on the fighters that you are training?
Elvis: Training is going well. Currently the main fighters I’ve been working with have been Anthony Perosh (my long term training partner and business associate), he has a fight coming up with the CFC here in Australia. Everyone should be aware of him as he is a UFC veteran. Also we have Shane Nix, a strong up and comer. He is currently undefeated and will be fighting for the title at the next CFC facing his toughest opponent to date. Anthony and I also helped Brad Morris with his preparation for this UFC debut. He showed a lot of heart in that encounter and we will no doubt see him back in the Octagon again. We’ve also got a few other fighters who are looking for fights as well.

PDG: What current MMA events have caught your attention?
Elvis: Honestly there are a few out there. As usual, the UFC continues to make waves at the forefront of MMA. Elite XC is doing big things, continuing to grow. Strikeforce is putting out strong cards. Cage Rage continues to go strong as always. HDNet fights is making waves as new promotion. Of course there are also events like K-1 Dream and World Victory Road in Japan which have strong followings. Not too mention the rumors of new promoters coming into the sport. MMA has a lot of interest in it at the moment. Hopefully it will continue to grow strong.

PDG: Australian MMA; How is the sport progressing there and what are your thoughts?
Elvis: Australian MMA is growing slowly. There have been a couple of road-blocks along the way and too be honest we are not over all the hurdles yet. But I think that with continued strong events from the promoters, it will go. We are finally getting home grown shows on TV and that is a big step. I think with more exposure and continued education of the fans, the sport will slowly climb and find it’s place in Australian sporting culture.

now some questions off-topic......

PDG: Do you drink any alcohol and if so what are your favorites?
Elvis: I don’t drink very often. But I guess when I do, a Red-Bull and Vodka or a Jägermeister Bomb seem to be my drink of choice.

PDG: Video Games; Do you play any? If so, what games are your favorites and what system/console do you prefer?
Elvis: I don’t play many video games. If I do, it is the UFC video game with my character. Lame I know, but hey, if you had your own character you’d do the same thing.

back to fighting now......

PDG: What are your thoughts on the current state of MMA worldwide and do you see any particular organization challenging the UFC anytime soon?
Elvis: I think MMA is in a state of growth. Everyone sees the potential and is trying to get in and make money off of it. At the moment, the UFC is the only company that really has everything in place. I believe the shows that take things slowly, build up their support structures, promote their brand and fighters will be able to be successful. I don’t want to see other shows “challenge” the UFC. I want to see other shows successfully promoting alongside the UFC. I don’t see the point of trying to knock each other off. I’d rather see several successful shows. This gives the fans more choice. It also gives the fighters more opportunities. It creates more room for sponsors. This will allow the sport to be more successful over the long term.

PDG: Khalib Starnes was recently booed out of the Arena at UFC 83 in his home country; you have fought anyone that has been put in front of you and sometimes it was not a good match-up for you. What did you think of Starnes performance and have you ever not been 100% mentally and physically prepared for a fight?
Elvis: I’ve taken a lot of tough fights. I have gone into the fights with insufficient preparation time. I have gone into fights with injuries. I have fought many times without being fully prepared. The thing is, from my perspective, is that I have accepted the fight. Therefore when I step into the arena, I come to fight. For me, there is no other option. I have never come in too not lose. I fight only to win. I put everything on the line when I fight. Because of that I have a rough record. But my fans love the way I fight and always come to watch me. Each fighter has their own reason for fighting. Each fighter makes there own decisions. I make mine and I am proud of what I do.

PDG: Thanks again for your time Elvis; Is there anything else that you would like to add?
Elvis: I’d like to thank all my fans for their continued support. You know I always come to fight and I always will. I want to thank my training and business partner Anthony Perosh. I’d like to thank my assistant coaches, Justin Stevenson and Gary Edwards. I want to thank all my students for their continued help and support. Of course, I could not forget my family and friends, thank you to them. Finally, and most importantly my sponsors, Atama, Fairtex and my newest sponsor Lojak Fightwear. These guys help in my drive to succeed. Thanks for the opportunity to have my say and let my fans know what is going on.

I like Elvis for the mere fact that he brings a fight everytime he steps into a cage/ring. He doesnt really hold back but has been on the unfortunate end of most of his fights. His 1 and 6 record in the UFC seems terrible but look at the guys he has fought: Horn, Tanner, Babalu, Bisping, Griffin, Ortiz and Sakara. His lone win in the UFC was over Jeremy Horn, who is no slouch, and prior to getting TKO'd by Griffin, he was pretty much winning the fight. Bad luck may play a role in this but if you ask me, there aren't too many who have faced a toughter road in the UFC.

[Masscore]

Originally Posted by Brutus

Elvis Sinosic 'Looking for a Fight' 05/01/08



I like Elvis for the mere fact that he brings a fight everytime he steps into a cage/ring. He doesnt really hold back but has been on the unfortunate end of most of his fights. His 1 and 6 record in the UFC seems terrible but look at the guys he has fought: Horn, Tanner, Babalu, Bisping, Griffin, Ortiz and Sakara. His lone win in the UFC was over Jeremy Horn, who is no slouch, and prior to getting TKO'd by Griffin, he was pretty much winning the fight. Bad luck may play a role in this but if you ask me, there aren't too many who have faced a toughter road in the UFC.

Agreed. The guy may have a horrible record in the UFC, but he has never fought a slouch. He nearly finished Bisping, was beating Griffin, and held his own with Sobral. If they ever do a comeback TUF show again, they should do it with LHW and bring Elvis along. Oh and besides all that, he is a pretty likeable person from what I hear.

[willpunisher]

damn its too bad he not in the ufc anymore but like he said, he had a bad road of fighters on both divisions. but he always brought it on, i liked him..

[WadoKai]

Who doesn't like Jagar bombs?

[Brutus]

Originally Posted by WadoKai

Who doesn't like Jagar bombs?

I agree, i love jagar bombs, they give you a quick pick-me-up and they are tasty. Elvis prolly got hooked during his ufc loss streak. I know i would have.

[MrSpanky]

Originally Posted by Masscore

Agreed. The guy may have a horrible record in the UFC, but he has never fought a slouch. He nearly finished Bisping, was beating Griffin, and held his own with Sobral. If they ever do a comeback TUF show again, they should do it with LHW and bring Elvis along. Oh and besides all that, he is a pretty likeable person from what I hear.

oooo nice sig!

[Therawuncut]

Originally Posted by Masscore

Agreed. The guy may have a horrible record in the UFC, but he has never fought a slouch. He nearly finished Bisping, was beating Griffin, and held his own with Sobral. If they ever do a comeback TUF show again, they should do it with LHW and bring Elvis along. Oh and besides all that, he is a pretty likeable person from what I hear.

I do give props for his rough schedule, so to speak, but let's not forget about his hot gal also. RAWR!