like calanda, they come from areas in dakar ruled by poverty. calanda had to leave school at 12. says he loved going, but had to quit so he could work to support his family. two years ago, his sister fled the country. she now lives in a refugee home in munich. she's a hairdresser, but couldn't find a job. now, she cuts the hair for other refugees in munich, and sends some of the money home to help the family. >> the problem is the unemployment. that's why the young people here train like crazy. by wrestling, you can become a millionaire fast. >> the big matches here draw big crowds. around 15,000 spectators fit into the demba diop stadium. calanda got his ticket weeks ago. the fight has long since been sold out. there are still five hours to go before the big fight. finally, the pre-show begins. sa thies enters the arena first. he's carrying a holy mask to protect himself from evil. his opponent has a magic band that he gnaws on, and performs a mystical dance. the spectators are electrified. >> he can dance and jump around all he wants. sa thies is much stronger. he'll beat him.