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DREAM Press Conference July 21, 2009
Announcer: First, we'll have Keiichi Sasahara, DREAM Event Producer
Sasahara: Good morning, everyone. Thanks for coming yesterday and today.
I have some comments. First, thanks to the fighters for a great job.
Several fighters had to catch flights so today we have the champion and the Japanese fighters.
There's no doubt about who won last night's tournament.
I'd like to say that Zaromski did an excellent job.
I'm happy to see his fresh face here so different than the one in the ring.
His nickname is "the Lithuanian Killing Machine".
He probably doesn't know that, but today we have a nicer version here.
He is an aggressive fighter and he looks for any chance to win.
He is the perfect fighter to represent DREAM.
Congratulations on your win.
And we also had Aoki and Kikuno last night.
There was a title match mentioned last night.
Once the details are settled we will have an official announcement.
Kawajiri also said that he wanted to fight again and I'd like to get Kikuno involved as well..
I think that next time will be a great event.
The next one is DREAM.11 October 3rd.
We're working to make a great fight card, so please come and show your support.
Announcer: Now we'd like to have each fighter comment, starting with Kikuno.
Kikuno
This was my first DREAM event.
I was able to win my fight.
It's like a dream come true.
Now I know that I'm ready to shoot for the title.
I'll do my best.
Announcer: And now, Aoki.
Aoki: It was a severe fight and there was some booing.
As a professional, I'd like to apologize.
I realized that I want to be the world's strongest and most entertaining fighter.
I was also able to realize that I am a strong fighter.
I hope you continue to support me and the DREAM event.
Announcer: And finally the winner of last night's tournament, the Lithuanian Killing Machine, Zaromski.
Zaromski: Thank you, everyone.
I'm really happy.
My opponent was really strong.
Before it was a nightmare, but now it's a dream.
I have the belt and I will fight again and again.
Thank you very much.
Announcer: And now we'll have questions.
Please state your name.
Reporter: I'd like to ask all three fighters what you thought of your fight now that you've had a chance to see your fight on tape.
Announcer: Let's start with Kikuno.
Kikuno: Before my last fight, I couldn't sleep. It might have been the adrenaline.
But for this fight, before and after, I've been very relaxed.
I slept and ate as usual, which means that I've grown as a fighter.
Watching my fight, when I took that punch from Dida, I took it in the forehead.
I didn't feel any damage, but there was a strong impact.
I felt that it could have been dangerous.
I could tell that Dida was uncomfortable with my stance.
I thought he'd come in closer, so I realize that I must have put pressure on him.
Announcer: Thank you very much. Next, Mr. Aoki.
Aoki: Even though my fight wasn't spectacular, I was happy and I went to a restaurant to celebrate.
The guy next to me spilled curry on my jacket. The smell was so strong.
It was hot and smelly so I took off my sportswear.
I just had my boxer shorts on. It was a miserable sight.
I was unable to watch the fight. I fell asleep with the tv on.
That's what happened.
I was in a hotel. I actually don't have a tv at home.
Announcer: And now Zaromski.
Zaromski: This time was different.
I usually am quiet before the fight and loud after.
This time I was worried about Jason High.
I said that when I win the belt I will scream,
but when I did, I was too quiet.
I was worried that Jason High wouldn't wake up.
"What's happening? Why won't he wake up?"
If he woke up straight away, I would be happier.
After the fight, I went with the coach and friends to eat.
Had some steak, got home, got some sleep and wrote in my book.
About my mistakes.
Announcer: Thank you very much. Any more questions?
Reporter: What do you usually write in your diary?
Zaromski: It's a secret. I can't tell you until I finish writing it.
Reporter: From when did you start writing in your diary?
Zaromski: From 2005.
Reporter: Does writing about your fights help you improve as a fighter?
Zaromski: Sure.