Gladiatorial Combat was a popular spectator bloodsport in Roman times. "Bloodsport" was one of Van Damme's first starring films and showcased his athletic abilities. Director Sheldon Lettich had co-written "Bloodsport", the film that turned Van Damme into a star. Soundtrack CDs for both "Kickboxer" and "Bloodsport" were created in limited quantity. A blood sport or bloodsport is a category of sport or entertainment that involves bloodshed. This film reunited him with his former "Bloodsport" co-star, Bolo Yeung and was very popular. Josh Barnett hosted the GCW Bloodsport event of 2019. The idea of the tournament was basically like the Kumite in Bloodsport. The 1988 film "Bloodsport" is based on his alleged Kumite victory. It is the third film in the Bloodsport franchise. Bloodsport was killed during a fight with Alex Trent, the second Bloodsport. These include "The Karate Kid" (1984) and "Bloodsport" (1988). Lavell was next seen participating in the Bloodsport tournament at Madripoor. A remake of "Bloodsport" was reported to be in planning in 2011. Puma was seen in the Bloodsport competition.