Issue 111
February 2014
Fighters Only World MMA Awards 2012 ‘Coach of the Year’ and Kings MMA head trainer Rafael Cordeiro teaches his adaptation of Muay Thai for MMA, with help from student and Strikeforce veteran Fernando Bettega
1. Rafael (left) and Fernando start in orthodox stances – left leg forward.
2. Rafael throws a jab, which Fernando slips, moving his head to his right.
3. Rafael throws a follow-up right cross which Fernando parries past his face with his left hand.
4. Fernando capitalizes on Rafael’s vulnerable position by throwing a right knee to Rafael’s body.
5. Still seeking to attack, Rafael continues to move forward but is met by a short lead elbow from Fernando.
