Tom ‘Kong’ Watson broke the news on his blog that tabloid newspaper favourite Alex Reid will not be fighting him on BAMMA 3. This news comes just five weeks before the May 15th event that is to be held at the LG Arena in Birmingham.

Watson stated on his blog that:

“ Alex’s representatives (his Lawyer) stated that he is just not in shape and is not prepared enough to fight. From my perspective I am so angry at the way he has disrespected me in his behaviour. [...]I am now working with bamma and my mangement to bring in a top American opponent last minute. I just wish I’d had more time to prepare for whoever that style may be but hey this is what REAL FIGHTERS do. Enjoy your new lifestyle and fame Mr Reid becauseI'm sure its not only me but many other people now who categorise you as a complete JOKE with no class to just stand up and be a man.”

Read Kong’s full statement on his blog here

Reid’s last MMA fight was in Septmer 2007, where he lost to Matt Ewain at Cage Rage 24. Reid has most recently won a UK1 fights with Ultimate Challenge, but has not won an MMA bout since 2005. Reid has made no official announcement at this time.

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