Did Frank Dux have to evade U.S. Military police to fight in the Kumite?
No. In the movie Bloodsport, Jean-Claude Van Damme’s character is a valuable U.S. Military Operative who tries to evade two military police agents so that he can fight in the Kumite. Contrary to internet gossip and unsubstantiated allegations, no evidence exists of the real Frank Dux having directly claimed he worked for the CIA or military as an in-expendable agent, as depicted in the movie. Initially, recognizing the intelligence gathering value, as a contract agent Dux entertained only participating in the Kumite in order to formulate a plan to get closer to the Asian criminal element that organized the fights. He says that he never expected to win. Regarding his character being on the run from military agents, “The AWOL bit was the producer’s idea,” Frank said. Did spectators really place bets on Kumite fights? Yes. According to Black Belt magazine, gambling did take place at the Kumite. Frank said that documentary video footage taken by eyewitnesses who attended the events also ve
