Fedor is underdog against Frank Mir in Bellator 198 legends fight

Fedor (left) is the underdog against Mir (right) at Bellator 198. Photo: Reproduction / YouTube

This Saturday night will be very special for MMA lovers. In Illinois, in the United States, Fedor Emelianenko e Frank mir will make a historic fight for the Heavyweight Grand Prix at Bellator 198. The event will mark the American's debut in the franchise against what is considered by many to be the greatest heavyweight of all time. Who comes out on top in the duel between the former Pride and UFC champions? The winner faces the loudmouth Chael Sonnel in the semifinals.

With so much history inside the circular cage, bookmakers are buzzing. And, according to the oddsshark, Fedor is the underdog for the dispute against Mir

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Fedor Emelianenko vs Frank Mir

A fight between Emelianenko and Mir, despite being highly desired, was considered unlikely until recently. While the Russian reigned in Pride, the North American boasted the title of world champion in the UFC.

Now that they are in the same franchise, they will fight at a time when Emelianenko is in the spotlight. The 41-year-old veteran is coming off a knockout defeat to Matt Mitrione at Bellator 180, on June 24, but has his impressive resume as his main credentials. Facing former UFC champions is nothing new for the Russian. Throughout his career, he has already surpassed four: Mark Coleman, Kevin Randleman, Andrei Arlovski and Tim Sylvia.

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Frank Mirr comes from a long period of inactivity, his last fight was in March 2016, when he lost to Mark Hunt at UFC Fight Night in Brisbane. This setback was just another chapter in a downfall that began in 2012. Since then, the North American has been defeated in six of his eight fights. It is expected, however, that he has prepared well for his debut in his new home, and there will certainly be no lack of motivation. As he is three years younger, he can have an advantage in the physical aspect and the longer he can prolong the fight, the greater his chances of winning will be.

According to oddsshark, a triumph of Fedor Emelianenko you will pay R$2,15/R$1,00. Appointed as the favorite, Mir guarantees a return of 69% if he wins.

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Emmanuel Sanchez x Sam Sicilia

In the co-main event of the night, Emmanuel sanchez, who is consistently heading towards the top of Bellator's featherweight division, is the clear favorite against the UFC veteran Sam Sicilia.

The Mexican/North American, who has a record of eight wins and two losses, last competed at Bellator 184, on October 6, when he submitted former champion Daniel Straus with a triangle choke in the third round and launched his name as a legitimate candidate for the title, which currently belongs to the Brazilian Patrick Pitbull.

Sicilia hasn't won since UFC Fight Night San Diego, in July 2015, when he got the better of Yaotzin Meza by unanimous decision.

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According to Oddsshark.com, Sanchez's likely victory will yield 16%, but if Sicilia surprises, you will be able to redeem five times the amount bet.

Neiman Gracie x Javier Torres

Barbada is even bigger welterweight success Neiman Gracie in a fight against Bellator newcomer Javier Torres. At 27 years old, Carlos Gracie's great-grandson seems not to feel the burden of bearing one of the most traditional surnames in MMA, and has a record of seven wins and no losses. Gracie last competed at Bellator 185, on October 20, when he beat Zak Bucia via submission.

The Mexican has a respectable record of 10 wins and three losses, and has triumphed in his last four fights. However, he still needs to show his value against higher-level opponents, as is the case with the Brazilian.

The quotas of Oddsshark.com give a good measure of how surprising a Torres victory would be. This possibility will pay no less than eight times the amount bet. Case Neiman Gracie maintain your undefeated streak, the yield will be 8%.