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agreed completely about cardio. I assumed that the non-wrestler was stronger in every area, quicker, a better overall athlete, and had better cardio. Thats why I thought it'd be closer than others think.

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How you saw it is basically what the OP said: non-wrestler works cardio 2-3x per week, lifts 2-3x per week, is in shape. wrestler was in shape back in the day and has training but does not work out.

Assuming Unoriginalname has significantly superior cardio, he's got a better chance than a lot would give him credit. Key is going to be getting the fight to go longer than about 30 seconds though. The wrestler is certainly going to have a significant edge for the first minute but cardio will come in to play quicker than most people think here.

its definately not a guaranteed loss. I'd say you're definately no worse than a 3:1 dog, assuming that you've got pretty significant edges in strength and conditioning. depending on your edge and his pudginess you could be as high as even money.

Keep your center of gravity low at all times, even when you're on the ground build a solid base and stay low. Try to tie him up and force him to struggle against you. Don't try to win the fight in the first two minutes at all: just concentrate on keeping him from winning the fight and trying to get him to burn his energy.