Nikolay Klimenko, head of the Russian league RCC (founded by the Russian Copper Company), in an exclusive interview with Telecomasia.net expressed doubts about whether any league could organize a second fight between Fedor Emelianenko and Andrei Arlovski, given the fighters' financial demands.
Nikolay Klimenko
In theory, anything is possible. The sums are certainly very high, especially for the Russian market. It could happen, actually. But the profitability is another question. In Russia, this fight is not profitable; it's more about the fun. It's for those who want to support the event without expecting profit. This story is definitely not commercial, but it’s a significant event not only for Russia but for the whole world.
Previously, former UFC fighter Dmitry Smoliakov stated that Fedor Emelianenko wants to earn $1.5 million for a fight against Andrei Arlovski, while the Belarusian athlete is aiming for a $1 million payday. Such demands did not sit well with Netflix, which had shown interest in the event.
