Fedor Emelianenko wanted Strikeforce bout to continue, hints at future fights

Fedor Emelianenko apparently has had a change of heart.

After suggesting an imminent retirement following Saturday’s doctor’s-stoppage loss to Antonio Silva in the opening round of Strikeforce’s eight-man heavyweight grand prix, the fighter today chan…

Fedor Emelianenko apparently has had a change of heart.

After suggesting an imminent retirement following Saturday’s doctor’s-stoppage loss to Antonio Silva in the opening round of Strikeforce’s eight-man heavyweight grand prix, the fighter today changed his tune.

In a series of Twitter messages, Emelianenko stated he wanted the fight to continue and said he hasn’t decided whether he’s going to retire.