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- Book Title
- Fighting Against the Odds : An Insider's Life in Ufc, Boxing, and
- ISBN
- 9781538154830
- Publication Year
- 2022
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Publication Name
- Fighting Against the Odds : an Insider's Life in UFC, Boxing, and Entertainment
- Item Height
- 1.2in
- Item Length
- 9.4in
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
- Item Width
- 6.4in
- Item Weight
- 19.4 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 336 Pages
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A riveting memoir by acclaimed combat sports and entertainment journalist Fiaz Rafiq, as he shares captivating stories of fighting legends and entertainment stars alongside the story of his own personal hardships, struggles against prejudice, and ultimate triumph. Fighting against the Odds is the culmination of Fiaz Rafiq's decades of work behind the scenes as a mixed martial arts and combat sports journalist, gaining the trust and confidence of the best fighters in UFC and boxing. Rafiq shares candid accounts, hidden histories, and thrilling experiences from his time with some of the most famous and prominent personalities in fighting sports. Included are never-before-told stories of UFC's most decorated and revered champions in Randy Couture, Royce Gracie, Daniel Cormier, Brock Lesnar, Georges St-Pierre, and Conor McGregor and boxing and martial arts icons such as Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, and Bruce Lee. Reaching the pinnacle of his career was anything but a smooth ride for Rafiq. The writer faced adversities, obstacles, and even harassment at American airports. Fighting against the Odds is a fascinating odyssey, one man's inspiring coming-of-age story populated by some of the most colorful characters in the world of sports and entertainment. It is a powerful story of hard work, tenacity, and success against overwhelming odds.
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Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1538154838
ISBN-13
9781538154830
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4050392171
Product Key Features
Publication Name
Fighting Against the Odds : an Insider's Life in UFC, Boxing, and Entertainment
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Publication Year
2022
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.4in
Item Height
1.2in
Item Width
6.4in
Item Weight
19.4 Oz
Additional Product Features
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Gv742.42.R34a3 2023
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Fiaz Rafiq and I bonded over Bruce Lee. His interview-heavy books on Lee, Muhammad Ali & Arnold Schwarzenegger and pioneering coverage of full combat 'cage' sports was impressive. However, I didn't understand him before Fighting against the Odds, his moving memoir which doubles as a self-help book. He's the Islamic Horatio Alger. With a H.S. education, while adhering to his religion, he's become a well-regarded entertainment and sportswriter, among the first to identify MMA-style combat sports as a phenomenon. As a shy, introverted kid, he fixated on Bruce Lee, hiding it from his strict parents,. Like Lee, he was a small-boned kid, and saw martial arts as an avenue. His passion became his life's work as a writer. No one else covers MMA with such insight. Now, he spins out his unlikely life story with entertaining energy, verve, sincerity and passion., The story of an obsessive individual who drew inspiration from his boyhood idol Bruce Lee to follow his dream and shape his life. It reflects how his passion forged friendships and taught him to roll with the blows that journalism can throw at you.--Simon Jones, Daily Mail, Fiaz knows exactly how to get to the heart of every story seamlessly - and telling his own is no different. A must read for fans of combat sports, MMA and Hollywood., An inspiring story of a kid who discovered his path in life -- and success -- through his passion for Bruce Lee and the martial arts. Highly recommended., The story of an obsessive individual who drew inspiration from his boyhood idol Bruce Lee to follow his dream and shape his life. It reflects how his passion forged friendships and taught him to roll with the blows that journalism can throw at you., My old friend Fiaz Rafiq has released a fascinating book about his experiences as a journalist in the world of MMA (combat sports) and beyond. This lovely soul is very impressive, winner of the Sunday Times Book of the Year for a previous title My Brother, Muhammad Ali; you can be sure that this book will be equally insightful., This is a gripping memoir which doubles up as an insightful deep dive into the world of entertainment and sports by a journalist who identified the phenomenon of MMA fighting as well as one man's journey to discover who he really is., He (Fiaz) studies his subjects and does his homework so much that he can't go wrong. Fiaz studies the person - like he studied about me, Bruce Lee, Muhammad Ali, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and all those guys. And he knows more about the person than the person knows about himself., This is a gripping memoir which doubles up as an insightful deep dive into the world of entertainment and sports by a journalist who identified the phenomenon of MMA fighting as well as one man's journey to discover who he really is.--Halina Watts, Sunday Mirror, An inspiring story of a kid who discovered his path in life -- and success -- through his passion for Bruce Lee and the martial arts. Highly recommended.--Matthew Polly, New York Times bestselling author, Fiaz Rafiq and I bonded over Bruce Lee. His interview-heavy books on Lee, Muhammad Ali & Arnold Schwarzenegger and pioneering coverage of full combat 'cage' sports was impressive. However, I didn't understand him before Fighting against the Odds, his moving memoir which doubles as a self-help book. He's the Islamic Horatio Alger. With a H.S. education, while adhering to his religion, he's become a well-regarded entertainment and sportswriter, among the first to identify MMA-style combat sports as a phenomenon. As a shy, introverted kid, he fixated on Bruce Lee, hiding it from his strict parents, . Like Lee, he was a small-boned kid, and saw martial arts as an avenue. His passion became his life's work as a writer. No one else covers MMA with such insight. Now, he spins out his unlikely life story with entertaining energy, verve, sincerity and passion.--Alex Ben Block, former editor, The Hollywood Reporter, veteran showbiz journalist An inspiring story of a kid who discovered his path in life -- and success -- through his passion for Bruce Lee and the martial arts. Highly recommended.--Matthew Polly, New York Times bestselling author Fiaz knows exactly how to get to the heart of every story seamlessly - and telling his own is no different. A must read for fans of combat sports, MMA and Hollywood.--Ellie Henman, The Sun He (Fiaz) studies his subjects and does his homework so much that he can't go wrong. Fiaz studies the person - like he studied about me, Bruce Lee, Muhammad Ali, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and all those guys. And he knows more about the person than the person knows about himself.--Royce Gracie, Three-time UFC champion The story of an obsessive individual who drew inspiration from his boyhood idol Bruce Lee to follow his dream and shape his life. It reflects how his passion forged friendships and taught him to roll with the blows that journalism can throw at you.--Simon Jones, Daily Mail This is a gripping memoir which doubles up as an insightful deep dive into the world of entertainment and sports by a journalist who identified the phenomenon of MMA fighting as well as one man's journey to discover who he really is.--Halina Watts, Sunday Mirror, Like many writers, Rafiq's career took many twists and turns, from sports into action movie reporting, and books. He's refreshingly candid about the lows as well as the highs of a jet-setting career covering the UFC and more, including the interviews that went awry, and the deals not made. Along the way, his journey also chronicles the rise of MMA itself from a fringe sport to the mainstream. It's a fascinating read that offers insights into the world of martial arts and a productive career in journalism.-- "MMA Crossfire", Like many writers, Rafiq's career took many twists and turns, from sports into action movie reporting, and books. He's refreshingly candid about the lows as well as the highs of a jet-setting career covering the UFC and more, including the interviews that went awry, and the deals not made. Along the way, his journey also chronicles the rise of MMA itself from a fringe sport to the mainstream. It's a fascinating read that offers insights into the world of martial arts and a productive career in journalism., Fiaz Rafiq and I bonded over Bruce Lee. His interview-heavy books on Lee, Muhammad Ali & Arnold Schwarzenegger and pioneering coverage of full combat 'cage' sports was impressive. However, I didn't understand him before Fighting against the Odds, his moving memoir which doubles as a self-help book. He's the Islamic Horatio Alger. With a H.S. education, while adhering to his religion, he's become a well-regarded entertainment and sportswriter, among the first to identify MMA-style combat sports as a phenomenon. As a shy, introverted kid, he fixated on Bruce Lee, hiding it from his strict parents, . Like Lee, he was a small-boned kid, and saw martial arts as an avenue. His passion became his life's work as a writer. No one else covers MMA with such insight. Now, he spins out his unlikely life story with entertaining energy, verve, sincerity and passion.--Alex Ben Block, former editor, The Hollywood Reporter, veteran showbiz journalist, My old friend Fiaz Rafiq has released a fascinating book about his experiences as a journalist in the world of MMA (combat sports) and beyond. This lovely soul is very impressive, winner of the Sunday Times Book of the Year for a previous title My Brother, Muhammad Ali; you can be sure that this book will be equally insightful.--Geoff Thompson, world's number-one self-defense expert and Sunday Times bestselling author, He (Fiaz) studies his subjects and does his homework so much that he can't go wrong. Fiaz studies the person - like he studied about me, Bruce Lee, Muhammad Ali, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and all those guys. And he knows more about the person than the person knows about himself.--Royce Gracie, Three-time UFC champion, Fiaz knows exactly how to get to the heart of every story seamlessly - and telling his own is no different. A must read for fans of combat sports, MMA and Hollywood.--Ellie Henman, The Sun
Table of Content
Acknowledgments Foreword PrefaceOne: Crazy Obsessions Two: It's A Man's World Three: Feeling Despondent Four: The American DreamFive: Enter the GraciesSix: Returning to Los Angeles Seven: Enter the Journalist Eight: UFC Assignment Nine: Realer than the UFCTen: The Giants Eleven: Hollywood, Here We Come! Twelve: Home Sweet HomeThirteen: Sport of MMA Hits Mainstream Fourteen: Ringside and Brock 'The Beast' LesnarFifteen: UFC 105 Encounters Sixteen: Boxing V UFC: Tyson-Gracie ChallengeSeventeen: UFC, Royals and Rich Arabs Eighteen: Mike, Managers and MeNineteen: Muhammad Ali EncountersTwenty: Martial Arts to Movie Magic Twenty-One: I'll Be BackTwenty-Two: From Hospitality to MMA ChaosTwenty-Three: Adventures In New York Twenty-Four: Las VegasTwenty-Five Canada: MMA MadTwenty-Six: The Massive MMA FiascoTwenty-Seven: I'm No Terrorist Twenty-Eight: Racism to Road RageTwenty-Nine: Mr Rocky Thirty: Bruce Lee: Enter the RingThirty-One: Enter the OctagonThirty-Two: Old School Meets NewThirty-Three: Challenging Conor McGregor Thirty-Four: Tough Man TalesThirty-Five: Notorious Thirty-Six: Meeting with an Underworld Figure Thirty-Seven: Perils of Sports FameThirty-Eight: Michael, Matt and Martial Arts Thirty-Nine: A New Direction: New WorldForty: Flying HighForty-One: A Tumultuous YearEpilogueAuthor's NoteAbout the AuthorIndex
Topic
Editors, Journalists, Publishers, Boxing, Martial Arts & Self-Defense, Journalism, Sports
Lccn
2021-033728
Intended Audience
Trade
Illustrated
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, Sports & Recreation, Language Arts & Disciplines
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