Fedor Emelianenko Vs Andrei Arlovski Confirmed

It has been confirmed from World of Combat insiders, that the Undisputed, Heavyweight Champion Fedor Emelianenko will be fighting again for the next Affliction MMA show. His opponent will be none other than Andrei Arlovski. Both fighters won their recent fights convincingly. This is a very interesting fight because Fedor Emelianenko, who after his long layoff, and a very convincing victory over Tim Sylvia, has energized the Pound for Pound best fighter in the world. On the other hand, Andrei Arlovski's victory over the highly regarded Ben Rothwell was one of his best performances of his MMA career. Each fighter will be eager to either maintain their credibility or to be considered the best MMA fighter in the world.

In a recent interview with one of our French correspondents Fedor stated that "I want to make up the time I have lost this year," He also went on to say.”The next Affliction event is scheduled for November, but we will try to move it to October so that I can prepare properly for my fight with Dream in December," When asked who he will be fighting he stated that “I will be fighting Andrei Arlovski,".

Most MMA fans were hoping that Fedor will face Randy Couture for his next fight. With Randy still embroiled in a legal battle with the UFC and Fodor’s keenness to compete, it is almost certain that Arlovski will be fighting Fedor. One must remember, that Arlovski is a well regarded MMA fighter and will most likely test Fedor far more than Sylvia did. Unlike Sylvia, Arlovski brings a solid grappling background. In addition he also has great striking skills. This is going to be a very interesting match-up. Even though Affliction has not confirmed this match-up, we are almost certain that what is outlined above is the case. From a recent telephone conversation with Arlovski, the above statements have been confirmed.

In addition, according to a recent report on a French website, the fight is likely to take place in Arlovski’s hometown of Chicago, Illinois.

Stay posted and we will update you on further developments.