Pre-fight statements: Maxim Dereli, coach, Vitalie Zacrevschi and Octavian Orheianu.

Pre-fight statements: Maxim Dereli, coach, Vitalie Zacrevschi and Lion Fight Academy, president, Octavian Orheianu Maxim Dereli:” I’m nervous, this is my first step into a pro career, and I hope it’ll be a successful first step and that I win on December the 17th. I don’t usually have a game plan; I figure it out after the first round. I’m always ready for everything. My coach, Vitalie Zacrevschi, motivates me every day, he’s like a second father to me. He helps me and watches over me even in my day-to-day life. Come and support us on December 17th at Ciorescu, Futsal Arena” Octavian Orheianu: “I appreciate that the FEA puts the spotlight on young talents, I noticed many motivated young fighters at recent tournaments and I’m confident that on December the 17th they will perform well and spectacularly again” Vitalie Zacrevschi: “Maxim spent 5 victorious semi-pro fights in the last 6 months. There were some mistakes which we’re working on, but generally he’s 100 % prepared. For the 17th we’re preparing a great bout, with a great result. You can’t really plan ahead, if there’s a KO, very good, but if not, we’re prepared for 3, 4, 5 rounds, We’re ready for anything. Maxim, since his childhood, works more with his legs, so we’re improving his arm work, to achieve a balance. See you all on the 17th of December, come and support the Moldovan fighters!”