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Former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski was going to make his K-1 kickboxing debut on October 2nd at the K-1 World Grand Prix 2010 in Seoul Final 16, but as his Tweet shows, “The Pitbull” has backed out.
Arlovski was set to face Raul C?tina? at the event and made the announcement via his Twitter page […]
Former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski was going to make his K-1 kickboxing debut on October 2nd at the K-1 World Grand Prix 2010 in Seoul Final 16, but as his Tweet shows, “The Pitbull” has backed out.
Arlovski was set to face Raul C?tina? at the event and made the announcement via his Twitter page late Tuesday night.
No official word has come from K-1 reference the fight or reason for Arlovski’s withdrawal, and no rumors of a replacement has surfaced as of yet.
Heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko (32-2) will not make an appearance in a Strikeforce cage for the rest of 2010, this according to a member of his management team from M-1 Global. Negotiations between the two organizations is ongoing and the earliest fans may see him is on Jan. 29 at an as yet-to-be-announced Strikeforce event.
Evgeni […]
Heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko (32-2) will not make an appearance in a Strikeforce cage for the rest of 2010, this according to a member of his management team from M-1 Global. Negotiations between the two organizations is ongoing and the earliest fans may see him is on Jan. 29 at an as yet-to-be-announced Strikeforce event.
Evgeni Kogan, M-1 Global’s Director of Operations, spoke to Sherdog.com about the former #1 ranked heavyweight fighter, as well as updates on M-1 Global.
Kogan also confirmed to Sherdog.com on Thursday that the Russian-based promotion was in New York this week to meet with Strikeforce and broadcast partner Showtime. In addition to a contract extension for both M-1 Global and Emelianenko, discussions were started regarding a potential deal to air the foreign promotion’s homegrown M-1 Challenge event on the U.S. pay-cable network.
Fedor suffered his first loss after winning 27 straight bouts, this summer against Fabricio Werdum at “Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Werdum” in June. Werdum locked in a triangle choke in the first round to defeat the Russian, shocking many around the world. Fedor has asked for a rematch but Werdum is currently recovering from injury and may instead meet Alistair Overeem for the Strikeforce heavyweight title.
New York City, New York (September 19, 2010) – The M-1 Selection 2010 Americas Finals captivated a live audience on Saturday night at Bally’s Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Tournament returnees and newcomers to the M-1 ring fought an excellent undercard as the Selections championship bouts went down; Selection tournament winners will now […]
New York City, New York (September 19, 2010) – The M-1 Selection 2010 Americas Finals captivated a live audience on Saturday night at Bally’s Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Tournament returnees and newcomers to the M-1 ring fought an excellent undercard as the Selections championship bouts went down; Selection tournament winners will now fight for the M-1 Challenge belts later this year.
“The American Selections tournament has been a remarkable undertaking,” says Evgeni Kogan, Director of Operations for M-1Global. “We now have all our Selection champions in place and the crowning of the first ever M-1 Global world champions begins starting October 28 in St. Petersburg and December 11 back in Atlantic City.”
The Final round bouts feature rising American stars pursuing their last victory in being crowned the M-1 Selection champion in their respective weight classes.
Results for the Final round bouts:
Josh Thorpe def. Brendan Weafer via unanimous decision
Bristol Marunde def. Shane Primm via unanimous decision
Byron Byrd def. Daniel Vizcaya via triangle – 2:43 of R1 (Selections LHW Final)
Luigi Fioravanti def. Woody Weatherby via TKO – 2:51 of R1
Mike Winters def. Jose Rodriguez via unanimous decision
Tyson Jeffries def. Mike Geurin via triangle – 3:43 of R3 (Selections MW Final)
Kenny Garner def. Pat Bennett via TKO – 2:31 of R1 (Selections HW Final)
Jose Figueroa def. George Sheppard via verbal submission – :34 of R2 (Selections LW Final)
Tom Gallicchio def. Len Bentley via rear-naked-choke – 4:38 of R1 (Selections WW Final)
The M-1 Selection 2010 – Americas champions will next fight for the M-1 Challenge championship belts in the coming months.
The “M-1 Selection” is the world’s premiere MMA competition where the next generation of superstars are given the opportunity to showcase their skills on the world stage with fighters being eliminated after only one loss; victory will advance the winning fighters throughout the tournament and earn them a trip to the championship event where they will compete for the coveted “M-1 Selection” title.
The “M-1 Selection” tournament is broken down into global regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Americas with each region hosting three rounds and a final of the ““M-1 Selection” tournament. The winning fighter in each weight class will gain the opportunity to fight on the larger international stage.
The tournament features some of the best up-and-coming fighters from each region as they begin the journey towards a tournament victory.
2011 marks a full calendar of mixed martial arts action as M-1 Global continues to build upon a highly successful Selections tournament. Being added next year are two full Selections tournaments featuring 12 live events across Eastern and Western Europe and the Americas; future superstars will begin mapping out the steps necessary to become M-1 Champions. These Selections tournaments will drive the depth of the contenders ladder in each weight class as warriors cross oceans to battle for the right to face M-1 Global champions at the live, mega-spectacular M-1 Challenge events scheduled throughout the year.
The M-1 Challenge events are positioned to drive the M-1 brand further into the US and European markets as event mega-spectaculars. October 28 in St. Petersburg, Russia is set for M-1 Challenge XXI: Guram vs. Grishin and M-1 Challenge XXII hits Atlantic City December 11th; February 2011 marks the first of six M-1Challenge events with M-1 Challenge XXIII where the newly crowned M-1 Champions will look to defend their titles against the top fighters in the contention system.
Fuelled with stacked undercards featuring new and returning warriors, the M-1 Challenge events will rival promotions for unsurpassed excitement, delivering live audiences and viewers worldwide the ultimate fan experience.
Go to www.M-1Global.com for additional information.
About M-1 Global:
Founded in 1998, M-1 Global has established itself in the realm of mixed martial arts (MMA) as the premiere entity for discovering and developing the world’s next-generation of superstar fighters. With offices in St. Petersburg, Amsterdam, New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles and affiliates in Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Tokyo and Paris, the M-1 brand stages its M-1 Selection and M-1 Challenge events worldwide and its co-produced Strikeforce events in the United States; captivating the live, television and broadband audiences with its superior production values and match-ups. 2011 marks a breakthrough year for this MMA powerhouse. With two Selections tournaments across Eastern & Western Europe and North America and a full calendar of Challenge events, M-1 Global’s World Champions will rank amongst the greatest in the sport and the contention system will fuel spectacular cards around the world.
M-1 Global’s greatest asset is the number one heavyweight fighter in mixed martial arts history, Fedor Emelianenko. With daily coverage on all MMA-related websites in the world, and articles in Time Magazine, LA times and New York times, Fedor and M-1 Global make a lifetime match serving as the catalyst to grow MMA in the 21st century.
New York City, New York (September 17, 2010) – As the contender’s picture begins to take shape, young fighters are determined to shorten the line for their shot at a title fight. Welterweights Alexei Nazarov and Alexei Belyaev are set to square off at M-1 Challenge XXI: Guram vs. Grishin where M-1 Global will crown […]
New York City, New York (September 17, 2010) – As the contender’s picture begins to take shape, young fighters are determined to shorten the line for their shot at a title fight. Welterweights Alexei Nazarov and Alexei Belyaev are set to square off at M-1 Challenge XXI: Guram vs. Grishin where M-1 Global will crown its first ever champions in the lightweight, middleweight and heavyweight divisions.
“The undercard for this event continues to get better,” says Evgeni Kogan, Director of Operations for M-1 Global. “These are the contention bouts which will begin driving the Challenge series into 2011where our Champions will be defending their titles.”
Matchups include:
Alexei Nazarov (9-3) vs. Alexei Belyaev (10-4) Welterweight
Alexander Sarnavsky (10-0) vs. Victor Kuku (7-5-1) Lightweight
Rashid Magomedov (6-2) vs. Igor Araujo (18-5) Welterweight
Dmitry Samoilov (8-5-1) vs. Gadzhimurad Omarov (5-0) Light Heavyweight
-Additional undercard bouts to be announced
Lightweight Title Fight:
Artiom Damkovsky, M-1 Selection Eastern Europe 2010 champion (10-4) vs.
Mairbek Taisumov, M-1 Selection Western Europe 2010 champion (12-2)
Middleweight Title Fight:
Magomed Sultanakhmedov, M-1 Selection Eastern Europe 2010 champion (28-4) vs.
Rafał Moks, M-1 Selection Western Europe 2010 champ (5-2)
Heavyweight Title Fight:
Maxim Grishin, M-1 Selection Eastern Europe champion (7-4) vs.
Guram Gugenishvili, M-1 Selection Western Europe champion (8-0).
The Welterweight and Light Heavyweight championship bouts will be awarded at M-1 Challenge XXII, December 11th in Atlantic City, New Jersey, establishing M-1 Challenge champions in all five weight classes. Once executed, a true contenders system will be established to fuel events throughout 2011, driving M-1 Global’s growth as a leading brand in the US and international markets.
2011 includes a full slate of M-1 Challenge events held in the United States and Europe. These are the mega-event spectaculars where Champions will be crowned, titles defended and contenders’ positions on the ladder will be determined. Feeding the stable of fighters will be two Selection tournaments in 2011 with details being announced shortly.
Free broadcast coverage of the entire 2010 M-1 Challenge event schedule will be available at a later date to viewers worldwide on www.M-1global.com and selected affiliate partner sites.
Go to www.M-1Global.com for additional information.
About M-1 Global:
Founded in 1998, M-1 Global has established itself in the realm of mixed martial arts (MMA) as the premiere entity for discovering and developing the world’s next-generation of superstar fighters. With offices in St. Petersburg, Amsterdam, New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles and affiliates in Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Tokyo and Paris, the M-1 brand stages its M-1 Selection and M-1 Challenge events worldwide and its co-produced Strikeforce events in the United States; captivating the live, television and broadband audiences with its superior production values and match-ups. 2011 marks a breakthrough year for this MMA powerhouse. With two Selections tournaments across Eastern & Western Europe and North America and a full calendar of Challenge events, M-1 Global’s World Champions will rank amongst the greatest in the sport and the contention system will fuel spectacular cards around the world.
M-1 Global’s greatest asset is the number one heavyweight fighter in mixed martial arts history, Fedor Emelianenko. With daily coverage on all MMA-related websites in the world, and articles in Time Magazine, LA times and New York times, Fedor and M-1 Global make a lifetime match serving as the catalyst to grow MMA in the 21st century.
New York City, New York (September 15, 2010) – The M-1 Selection tournament finals take place Saturday, September 18th, 2010 at Bally’s Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey and the evening’s fights feature tournament returnees and newcomers to the M-1 ring. All Selections championship bouts line up winners for title contention for the M-1 […]
New York City, New York (September 15, 2010) – The M-1 Selection tournament finals take place Saturday, September 18th, 2010 at Bally’s Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey and the evening’s fights feature tournament returnees and newcomers to the M-1 ring. All Selections championship bouts line up winners for title contention for the M-1 Challenge belts as the undercard aligns fighters within the rankings.
“The American Selections tournament has decisively uncovered fighters with the potential to be M-1 Champions,” says Evgeni Kogan, Director of Operations for M-1Global. “Look for some to return for M-1 Challenge XXII on December 11 back in Atlantic City when we crown the Welterweight and Light Heavyweight champions.”
The Final round bouts feature rising American stars who are one victory away from being crowned the M-1 Selection champion in their respective weight classes.
Tournament Finalists and undercard matchups include:
Jose Figueroa and George Sheppard Lightweight Division
Tom Gallicchio and Len Bentley Welterweight Division
Tyson Jeffries and Mike Geurin Middleweight Division
Byron Byrd and Daniel Vizcaya Light Heavyweight Division
Kenny Garner and Pat Bennett Heavyweight Division
Shane Primm and Bristol Marunde Middleweight Division
Josh Bacallao and Josh Thorpe Lightweight Division
Mike Winters and Jose Rodriguez Welterweight Division
Luigi Fioravanti and Woody Weatherby Middlewight Division
The M-1 Selection 2010 – Americas Finals match-ups go down Saturday, September 18th and the 2010 M-1 Selection Americas Champions will be crowned.
The “M-1 Selection” is the world’s premiere MMA competition where the next generation of superstars are given the opportunity to showcase their skills on the world stage with fighters being eliminated after only one loss; victory will advance the winning fighters throughout the tournament and earn them a trip to the championship event where they will compete for the coveted “M-1 Selection” title.
The “M-1 Selection” tournament is broken down into global regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Americas with each region hosting three rounds and a final of the “”M-1 Selection” tournament. The winning fighter in each weight class will gain the opportunity to fight on the larger international stage.
The tournament features some of the best up-and-coming fighters from each region as they begin the journey towards a tournament victory.
How to see the fights:
The Finals of the M-1 Selection tournament will take place live on September 18 at the coveted Bally’s Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Tickets are priced from $35.00-$125.00 and are available to purchase through www.TicketMaster.com.
Doors open at 7.00 pm, first fight at 7:30 PM/ET.
Free broadcast coverage of the entire 2010 M-1 Selection tournament will be available at a later date to viewers worldwide on www.M-1global.com and selected affiliate partner sites.
Go to www.M-1Global.com for additional information.
About M-1 Global:
Founded in 1998 by Vadim Finkelchtein and Sergey Matvienko, M-1 Global has established itself in the realm of mixed martial arts (MMA) as the premiere entity for discovering and developing the world’s next-generation of superstar fighters. With offices in St. Petersburg, Amsterdam, New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles and affiliates in Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Tokyo and Paris, the M-1 brand stages its M-1 Selection, M-1 Challenge, M-1 Breakthrough events worldwide and its co-produced Strikeforce events in the United States; captivating the live, television and broadband audiences with its superior production values and match-ups.
M-1 Global’s greatest asset is the number one heavyweight fighter in mixed martial arts history, Fedor Emelianenko. With daily coverage on all MMA-related websites in the world, and articles in Time Magazine, LA times and New York times, Fedor and M-1 Global make a lifetime match serving as the catalyst to grow MMA in the 21st century.
The M-1 Selection: Americas tournament finals heavyweight contest features two fighters with contrasting styles both in an out of the ring. Team Bombsquad’s Pat Bennett and American Top Team’s Kenny Garner are set to enter the M-1 ring on September 18th and take the next big step on their way to the top.
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The M-1 Selection: Americas tournament finals heavyweight contest features two fighters with contrasting styles both in an out of the ring. Team Bombsquad’s Pat Bennett and American Top Team’s Kenny Garner are set to enter the M-1 ring on September 18th and take the next big step on their way to the top.
At 6’ 3” tall and 245lbs, Team Bombsquad’s Pat Bennett is a mountain of a man. With a strong wrestling pedigree, Bennett brings a 3-1 professional record into the finals. Showing off excellent power Bennett made quick work in his quarterfinal matchup against Ryan Smiley, using only :37 seconds of the opening round to earn a KO victory. Bennett’s semi final fight with talented heavyweight Mehdi Hassan was nothing short of a war in the ring. The two fighters went toe to toe for 15 minutes with Bennett showing a will to win that carried him to a unanimous decision victory, and earning his place in the finals.
Outside of the ring, Bennett displays a quiet confidence. A true warrior in every sense of the word Bennett is ready and prepared to take a place among the M-1 Selection champions worldwide.
Kenny “Deuce” Garner brings a 4-2 record to the finals. At 6’1” and 251 lbs, Garner is deceptively quick and athletic. Much like his opponent Bennett, Garner made quick work of his quarterfinal fight. Garner stopped a very game Matt Hopkins by KO at just 1:35 of the opening round. In his semi final match up, Garner looked unstoppable handling 6’ 8” monster heavyweight Andrei “The Russian Killer” Kapylou. Garner controlled the fight from the opening bell, displaying power, precision, and stamina both on his feet and the canvas scoring a very lop sided unanimous decision victory.
Away from the ring, Garner is a charismatic personality with a chip on his shoulder and a desire to prove to his fans and foes that he deserves to move up the ladder and earn the right to prove his talents on a global stage.
In the matchup, Bennett will bring his heavy hands and high level wrestling, while Garner will bring his ever improving boxing and all around game. Each man improves with every trip to the ring, on September 18, one of these two bright prospects will reign supreme and capture the tournament championship.