Very interesting, it looked liked the fencer was able to hit him because of the wobble in his "blade". It seems like it kinda struck him as it flung a bit to the side.

That video doesn't show an interesting look at much at all. Aside from that, one participant's style and speed versus the other's style and speed may greatly influence the outcome. 'Damn statistics' are actually more factual than the presumed value of this video.

Sorry Sylvester!! I meant to upvote!! I'm hungry and shaky, and I missed!

Well, Spider, it does show some important differences in each art. Kendo is focused more on slashing (there is some thrusting involved, but it's not as prevalent) and fencing is focused on thrusting. As a result, it gives fencing the advantage of reach, as well as speed, since it's quicker to build a powerful thrust rather than a powerful slash. Granted the fencer is using a flexible foil, but the same principle would take effect with a saber. (A note on thesnipe's comment: the wobble actually delayed the hit. With a firmer blade, it would have hit sooner.)

And no worries, Fletch. I've done the same myself.

We need a "Are you sure you wish to downvote this video?" prompt.

I upvoted for Fletch. Unfortunately it takes two of those to even things out, maybe someone else will do the same.

Upvote for the Passion of the Fletch.

If they had had real blades, i believe the kendo dude would just be bleeding while the fencer would be scooping up his brains...

Except the kendo dude missed . . .