Fight between C. Anderson and V. Nemkov ended in 'no contest' at Bellator 277. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
By rule, Vadim nemkov is still Bellator's light heavyweight champion (up to 93kg), but there are reservations for Corey anderson. Unintentional headbutt pivot, which determined the 'I didn't answer' in the final of the division's Grand Prix, the North American guarantees that he has proven to be a superior athlete to the Russian. Even without the belt, the former UFC fighter shows confidence when discussing his performance and questioning the talent of his pupil. Fedor Emelianenko.
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“The press said he (Nemkov) was untouchable. I proved this to be a lie,” Anderson wrote on his Twitter account. Instagram.
Moments before the bitter interruption in the third round of the Bellator 277, the North American had the upper hand and controlled the actions against the Russian. A student of Fedor, Vadim was unable to repeat the good performances that took him to the GP final.
With the combat stopped, the rule was applied. Unable to continue in the match after suffering a deep cut on his eyebrow, the 'no contest' was announced and the Russian continued as category champion.
Although he remained at the top of the light heavyweight division, Nemkov was not declared the winner of the Grand Prix. According to the Bellator president, a rematch should take place in the coming months.
The new confrontation should determine the grand champion of the tournament that started in the 2021 season. In addition to the title, the fighter who overcomes his rival takes home the dream prize of US$1 million (around R$4,6 million).
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