MTA: You are set to fight Justin Greskiewicz on March 11th, how familiar are you with Justin G?
Bernie: I know a little bit about him, I know he recently fought Liam Harrison and got stopped in the second round! But has then had a couple of wins since then! I’ve watched a few of his fights he’s a good fighter!
MTA: You are only 20 years of age and are on the rise. Do you feel pressure going into your fights to live up to expectations?
Bernie: Yeah of course I feel the pressure, more so of letting people down all my family and fans that are watching! But I just try to blank it out and focus on the job which is winning the fight! I’m usually the underdog which I like! So living up to people’s expectations is hard when they know you have your work cut out! But they soon change there attitude when I win ha!
MTA: You mentioned you have watched a few of his fights, how important is watching video on your opponents?
Bernie: Yeah it’s important for me to do a little research into my opponents. Watching there previous fights I can see some strengths and weaknesses so it’s always pretty handy to get hold of a few of there previous fights! It wouldn’t bother me if I don’t always see any footage of my opponent before because as long as I’m ready to fight it doesn’t matter what they are going to be like!
MTA: The U.S. is starting to put its name on the map as far as a country for Muay Thai. Seeing this is UK vs. US do you feel the need to win for your country, or do you simply see it as a need to win to improve your career?
Bernie: Yeah both really because it’s always good to represent your country and win against the Americans! But I would say it’s more important for me and to improve my career, it’s going to be a big fight for me and put my name on the map over in the states!
MTA: Not looking past Justin, but is there anyone in particular that you would like to fight after him?
Bernie: Jordan Watson would be one of the guys on the list also Ky Hollenbeck, these are both heavier but I want to fight them later on down the line! But what ever comes up I’ll take! Don’t mind fighting anyone any where I just love to fight!
MTA: Can you give us a prediction for the upcoming fight with Justin?
MTA: Any words for your supporters?
Bernie: Really appreciate all the support and keep checking my Facebook page and our gym page (Champions World Gym) for the latest updates and results!!!!