The Russian fighter of the mixed style Alexander Emelyanenko declared that will not be able to enter the fight with Sergei Kharitonov in 2020.

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  • RIA Novosti

“I spoke with the organizers of the League of ASA. For them and many more this fight is very interesting. It will be the most anticipated match in Russia. It needs no advertising or in representing fighters. I gave consent, now it is this diva — Kharitonov. I need him to be persuaded to enter the ring, so he wasn’t scared, prepared and immediately fell” — quoted Emelianenko Suprasport.

He noted that after fight with Magomed Ismailov in September is already scheduled bout with Vladimir Mineev according to the rules of Boxing, and he also talks about the fight from a tournament in October-November.

“So, before the end of this year, I can’t because previously I have three fights. Even if you fail to arrange the third battle, I’ll have a wonderful time preparing specifically for Kharitonov,” — said Emelianenko.

Emelianenko and Kharitonov have already met in battle in 2006. Then the victory a knockout was won by Emelianenko.

Just on account of Alexander Emelianenko 29 wins, seven defeats and one draw in MMA. Have Kharitonov in career 30 wins, seven losses and two matches were declared invalid.

Earlier, Fedor Kharitonov called a traitor.