Fedor Emelianenko and Chael Sonnen are now set to fight in the semi-finals of Bellator MMA’s massive heavyweight tournament grand prix. Despite being a semi-final match up, Sonnne firmly believes that his fight against Emelianenko will determine the champion of Bellator MMA’s heavyweight division.
Speaking to RT Sport, Chael Sonnen offered his thoughts on the matter.
“I think Fedor is the most dangerous one, whoever wins this fight is likely to win the championship. I think in a different circumstance this would be the final bout in the championship but, you know, I think all the guys are really good. We’re fighting for a world championship, Ryan Bader already has a world championship so I wouldn’t dismiss him.
“Mitrione is just a really big guy, he took out Roy Nelson. The eight guys were really hard, the four guys left are the best of the best.”
Sonnen and Emelianenko are now set to fight at Bellator 208. The event will take place Oct. 13 in Uniondale, New York.
