Famous Russian light heavyweight Ivan Shtyrkov told MMA.Metaratings.ru that he was unaware of ACA’s offer to perform in two organizations at once.
“At least if there was this conversation, it wasn’t reported to me, which didn’t make sense. There were other conditions and times that I’ve talked about before. We didn’t I haven’t brought up that possibility. I don’t want to catch anyone slandering or pull them up for the word, but the ability to speak directly with me, for example, at both the RCC and the ACA does not was not discussed. If there was such an opportunity, I think the contract was extended. My main goal was to return home and play in the RCC. Develop the sport here at the expense of your name.
At that time, the ACA was adamant, as it is now, about exclusive contracts. If you want to fight in the ACA, only fight in the ACA. I don’t know, maybe there was a misunderstanding. I don’t see the point of talking about it now. The ACA makes a good tactical move by becoming an MMA monopoly in Russia. The organization took all the best fighters and almost in Russia. We signed contracts for six fights, almost three years of regular performance in the league. Great organization plan. The ACA understands that there are fewer fighters,” Shtyrkov said.
Shtyrkov and ACA ended their cooperation in early 2022.
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