Strikeforce CEO: We’re "getting very close" with Fedor Emelianenko negotiations

ST. LOUIS – Prior to Saturday’s “Strikeforce: Henderson vs. Babalu II,” a few industry insiders suggested officials might announce a contract extension with famed heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko during the Showtime broadcast.

The announcement, of course…

ST. LOUIS – Prior to Saturday’s “Strikeforce: Henderson vs. Babalu II,” a few industry insiders suggested officials might announce a contract extension with famed heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko during the Showtime broadcast.

The announcement, of course, never came.

But following the show, which took place at St. Louis’ Scottrade Center, Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker confirmed the organization has made some progress in the negotiations.