Fedor Emelianenko to Face Hong Man Choi

By Matt Goldstein and Jim Barlieb

22/11/2007

Fedor Emelianenko to Face Hong Man Choi

Disappointing Opponent for the #1 Rated Heavyweight in MMA

The Universally recognized #1 heavyweight in MMA, Fedor Emelianenko, will be taking on Hong Man Choi on New Year’s Eve in Japan.  In his first official bout with M-1 Global, Emelianenko is taking on more of a freak show than a legitimate opponent.  Emelianenko holds a professional record of 26-1 with 19 stoppages.  Choi holds a record of 1-0.  The long reigning Pride Heavyweight Champion is taking on a fighter who has only 1 professional fight.  For MMA fans, this is disappointing to say the least.  Choi is very popular in Japan but more because of his freakish 7 foot 2 inch 350lb frame than for his success as an MMA professional.  Source: Sherdog