Team Bulldog Kickboxer Mikhail Stephaniac made his debut under White Collar Boxing rules and had a tough initiation in the process.

Stephaniac inexplicably weighed in very light (although within the accepted margin) for his contest with Rochester's Paul Blair. Blair, it would seem boiled down to his weight making him very strong.

Stephaniac took the first round and was relentless throughout the entire contest, but the shots from the heavier man took their toll and by the 2nd Blair was in control.

The Bulldog fighter never stopped coming forward and had some success, only to be met with solid shots that knocked him back temporarily before his next assault.

With each surge came more punishment as he walked onto shot after shot, and at the final bell Blair's arm was raised.

A harsh but good experience for Stephaniac who showed his true colours and spirit. He will come again under kickboxing rules and very soon!