Mixed martial arts legend Fedor Emelianenko put on a dominant performance back at Bellator 198. Now the heavyweight phenom has come forward with a statement concerning his reception from the Rosemont, Illinois crowd.
In the night’s main event, Emelianenko went toe-to-toe with two-time former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir. Emelianenko made short work of his opponent, earning a knockout victory within the opening moments of the first round.
Speaking in a media scrum after the fight, Emelianenko revealed that he was surprised by his reception in the United States.
“We’ll see if it’s God’s will actually to give me the joy and happiness of the victory, but I really understand that’s not only me, but there are a lot of people who support me, who cheer for me, who pray for me, as well. It’s not only Russian people. These are Greeks. These are Serbians. These are people in America, as well.
“I was really surprised how warm, loved and welcomed I was here, so that’s why I’m really happy and why I’d like to thank all my fans and everybody who’s for me.”
