Russian mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Dmitry Aryshev said that today it would not be an honor for a fighter to fight with Alexander Emelianenko .
On Friday in Moscow, Aryshev knocked out Brazilian Marcio Santos in the first round of the main event bout at AMC Fight Nights 117 tournament. Now the Russian has 13 wins, eight losses and one draw in MMA. Santos’ tally was eight losses with 17 wins and one draw. In November 2021, the Brazilian beat Alexander Emelianenko ahead of schedule.
– I finished this fight with a lot of confidence, so now I would like to fight for the belt. The next decision is up to the league. As you have heard, Kamil Hajiyev is not against it. Let’s see how Vova Mineev reacts, what he has and how … I don’t know that. Maybe they will make me fight for a temporary belt,” Aryshev told reporters.
Did you plan to end the fight so soon?
– Honestly, I thought I would finish second or third. And in the locker room, I felt my hands flying dangerously and quickly. And Marcio couldn’t handle my speed. In battle, he seemed very slow to me. And my hands, my guns, fired well.
– Did you put a lot of effort into the punch in the moment with the knockout?
— Beat, rather, on accuracy. There was a precise accented hit. After all, if you invest too much, you will get bored quickly. If you watched my fights, then I can punch with knockout power in the later rounds.
– Were there any health concerns for Santos?
– Marcio remained lying long after the fight. Yes, there were concerns. Cheers to him!
– Previously, Santos beat Alexander Emelianenko, would you like to meet him?
– Fighting Alexander Emelianenko will not bring credit to anyone. I have always been treated with respect, despite his different actions and lifestyle. Therefore, in no case would I want to fight Alexander or Fedor.
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