MORRISON VS. MILLER (UPDATE)
August 25th, 2009 | Published in EVENTS | 9 Comments
Micha Miller wins the fight over our man Anthony Morrison via arm triangle in the second round. Anthony look good and showed a lot of technique and power during the fight. Landing solid knees and leg kicks Miller had no choice but to close the distance and press Anthony against the cage while going for take downs. Anthony defended the take down well and at one point even flung Miller up and over his head and slammed him down like he weighed nothing. Miller eventually was able to get Anthony down where he was able to capitalize on his BJJ and catch Anthony in an arm triangle. Anthony fought the choke for a good bit before tapping out late in the second.
We’d like to thank Shine Fights and Micha Miller for making this fight happen. Shine Fights put on a great show with a world class card and we were glad to be a part of it. Special thanks to CrimeCraft, KOBC, Critical and Fighter Warehouse for sponsoring Anthony. This sport would not evolve if it wasn’t for companies like them supporting up and coming stars in this sport.
To say Anthony Morrison has fought for everything he has is an understatement. This is a fighter that has literally put his belongings and dreams in a duffle bag and left town to get off the rough streets of Philly. Coming off of impressive wins over Kevin Roddy and Tim Troxel, Anthony “Antmo” Morrison will fight the biggest fight of his career when he faces former WEC star and American Top Team standout Micha Miller at Shine fights on September 4th. We sat down with “Antmo” to talk about his upcoming fight.
SuckerPunch: How do you feel about facing Micha Miller?
Anthony Morrison: I think Micha is a great fighter and I am ready to fight him.
SP: We have heard rumblings that people are wondering why you are even on this card and that you are not on Micha’s level. How does that make you feel?
AM: People can say what they want, I’m ready for this fight. The more they talk the more pressure Micha has on him.
SP: If you win this fight do you feel you should get a shot at the WEC?
AM: I’m not looking passed this fight but if Mr. Shelby gave me the shot I would not disappoint.
SP: How has your training been going?
AM: Great, this is the most focused and in shape I have ever been. I hope they have been watching tape on me cuz I aint that fighter anymore… not by a long shot.
SP: What do you mean?
AM: I mean my game has evolved… I never even thought I would be the type of fighter I am now.
SP: Has it been hard being away from family for so long?
AM: It’s been very hard on me and on my family at times. I am living out of my bags and often wonder if this dream is ever going to happen for me. The pressure can get so great that I sometimes wonder if I can keep it going. I know there is no future for me or my family if I stay in Philly right now so I am driven by that to make it.
SP: How do you see the fight going?
AM: I have a game plan and all I need to do is stay on it. I’m not a trash talker so all I will say is I’m ready to take this fight wherever it needs to go and I am very focused and very determined.
SP: Any last words?
AM: I would like to thank my coach, Kru Brian Crenshaw and my team at Combat Sports Center. I would like to thank Shine for giving me the chance to fight in their show and I promise that on Sept 4th I am bringing a fight to Shine.
August 26th, 2009at 6:50 am(#)
I have faith that you will shine brother!
Happy hunting……You are in my prayers. I want you to win big. If there is nothing to sacrifice the dream cannot become a reality. Your family and friends care about you. Train hard and fight the fight of your life.
Remember to be WICKED!
August 29th, 2009at 9:22 pm(#)
WOW! U MADE IT THIS FAR, I KNOW U CAN KEEP MOVING FORWARD. I HAVE FAITH IN U. SO DO THIS FOR ME N FOR MANSION! LOL! : )
August 30th, 2009at 1:21 pm(#)
At times in life some folks may start to feel the load that they have been carrying is a little more heavy than usual and those are the instances where they may need to look outside themselves for insperation! This is where i find mine, i tell ant all the time most peoples dreams only come when they are sleep. BOTTOM LINE he knows what time it is he knows what needs to be done only thong left for me to do is watch him do it.
FRONTLINE KAYOS
August 30th, 2009at 10:45 pm(#)
First thing first we winning coming home with the victory!!! Good luck on your fight we all here to support you back at home friends in family… We all here cheering you on as you take the big steps towards your number 1 goal distroy all prey!!!
HUSKY RELL
August 31st, 2009at 6:23 am(#)
I’m proud to say were related. Good luch cousin on your fight.
September 2nd, 2009at 9:10 am(#)
You know who it is, I been in your corner since birth and imma stay that way
Forget the fame go out and defend the morrison name …its the only way to
be the best there is the best there was the best there ever will be
The fam miss you and I love you bro (no homo lol )
September 2nd, 2009at 11:39 am(#)
You’re the man Anthony. If they’ve been watching tape they have no idea how serious you’ve gotten about your paper.
September 2nd, 2009at 2:58 pm(#)
Looking for something big from Ant right now! We’re behind you all the way.
Much respect,
Paul
October 7th, 2009at 12:25 pm(#)
I’m sorry you didnt win Anthony, but it was fun to see you on my tour