Archive for the ‘Fedor Emelianenko’ Category
Rumors of M-1 closing head office and some panic after Fedor loss
Ten days after Fedor Emelianenko lost to Fabricio Werdum, Fedor’s promotional organization M-1 Global is in disarray as it attempts to adjust to a world in which Fedor is no longer considered the best fighter in MMA.
Specifically, sources with knowledge of the situation say M-1 Global has closed its head office in the Netherlands, that [...]
Dana White “Nobody Cares About Fedor Emelianenko”
Dana White tells ESPNRadio1100 that Fedor is no longer wanted in the UFC Octagon
“Nope. Now I don’t have to hear about him anymore. I like it…. He has star power? Nobody cares. Do you realize this is something that’s been created by the mixed martial arts media? Do you know how many people watched his [...]
Strikeforce: Fedor Emilianenko vs. Fabricio Werdum
Strikeforce / M-1 Global – Fedor vs. Werdum
Strikeforce
June 26, 2010
HP Pavilion,
San Jose, California, United States
SCOTT COKER: “FABRICIO CAN GET IT DONE, AND IF HE BEATS FEDOR, I WOULD NOT BE SHOCKED”
Despite public opinion, Strikeforce CEO, Scott Coker, believes that Fabricio Werdum will prove a more formidable opponent to Fedor Emelianenko than most people think. In fact, Coker wouldn’t be surprised if the Chute Boxe fighter had his hand raised at the conclusion of the bout, which takes place June 26 in San Jose, California.
“[Werdum], [...]
FEDOR AND STRIKEFORCE HEADED TO PAY-PER-VIEW?
Once Fedor “the Last Emperor” Emelianenko and Fabricio Werdum square off on June 26 in San Jose, California, one fight will remain on the Russian heavyweight’s contract. With Emelianenko potentially earning a spot in Parliament combined with rumors of an impending retirement, the lone bout may serve as the swan song for “the Last Emperor.”
Evgeni [...]
FEDOR NOMINATED FOR RUSSIAN PARLIAMENT; MMA FUTURE UNCLEAR
Fedor “the Last Emperor” Emelianenko, considered by many to be the number one fighter in the world, may be taking steps toward a life outside of MMA. The 33-year-old has been named as one of the nominees in an internal election primary for the United Russian Party. If selected, Emelianenko will move on to a [...]
M-1 GLOBAL SAYS FEDOR IS OPEN TO BOUT WITH OVEREEM
According to Evgeni Kogan, M-1 Global’s Director of Operations, Californians can expect to see a lot of Fedor “the Last Emperor” Emelianenko next month. In an effort to interact more with American fans, the stoic, Russian fighter plans to attend the Strikeforce: Los Angeles event, featuring Robbie Lawler vs. Renato “Babalu” Sobral, on June 16 at [...]
WERDUM FORMULATING A SECRET GAME PLAN FOR FEDOR
Strikeforce heavyweight, Fabricio Werdum, is preparing for the biggest fight of his career. On June 26, he’s scheduled to face Fedor Emelianenko in San Jose, California. Although many before him have tried and failed, Werdum believes that he has the winning formula to overthrow the “Last Emperor.”
“This is my life fight, a very good opportunity. [...]
Fedor Emelianenko Open To Possible Fight With Antonio “Big Foot” Silva
Strikeforce heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko is right around the corner from finalizing a deal to fight former UFC fighter Fabricio Werdum. The Russian star, whom many consider to be the pound for pound king of MMA, is also looking into a back up plan in case negotiations fall through.
Speaking to SportBox.ru, Emelianenko mentioned interest in [...]

