F. Emelianenko (photo) said goodbye to MMA at Bellator 290. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook Bellator
Historical executioner of Fedor Emelianenko, Fabricio Werdum did not hide his admiration for the Russian after the legend's retirement at Bellator 290. In an interview with 'Portal do Vale Tudo', the gaucho accepted the challenge of climbing the top 5 in the history of heavyweights in MMA. For Brazilians, the 'Last Emperor' should occupy a prominent place on the list.
“I consider Fedor (the best of all time). What Fedor did, no one did. Staying undefeated for 10 years the way it was, at the time it was, and fighting against the best in the world. (…) I’m not going to put myself first. Stink first, Rodrigo Minotauro, Mirko Cro Cop. (…) Cain Velazquez, for sure and I would put myself on the list too. Without arrogance”, said Fabrício.
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Former Ultimate champion, Werdum met Fedor in 2010, when he was wearing Strikeforce gloves. In the confrontation, better for the gaucho, who shocked the world by finishing his already renowned opponent with a submission in the first round.
Last weekend, Emelianenko said goodbye to professional MMA. At 46 years old, the veteran took to the circular cage for the last time in a clash against Ryan bader for the Bellator heavyweight belt. In the fight, the American emerged victorious with a knockout in the opening round.
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