Shamil Kurbanov, a former First League football player who now leads the media football club Titan as head coach, offered his assessment of the MMA-style media bout preparations in a discussion with socialbites.ca. The competition features actors Artem “Raizen” Kuzmin and Andrey “Sibskana” Aleshin. According to Kurbanov, Sibskana’s physical reach could influence the matchup, yet Raizen appears to have put in more thorough preparation.
“Raizen is better prepared, and I expect him to stay that way. Sibskana has a size advantage, so spectators might lean toward the bigger fighter. That could make Sibskana the favorite in the eyes of some fans. But when it comes to mindset and overall readiness for battle, Raizen likely holds a psychological edge. If Raizen isn’t burned out by nerves or fatigue, Sibskana might still win based on size, even if her gear seems awkward or under-equipped. It will be compelling to watch,” Kurbanov commented.
The two entertainers will clash in the co-main event of the AMC Fight Nights evening, with a purse of five million rubles allocated for the bout. The format is a no-fault contest spanning five rounds, each lasting two minutes. In odd-numbered rounds, competitors are restricted to hand techniques, while in even-numbered rounds they may employ kicks and leg moves.
In related news, Nikolay Valuev recently commented that blogger Milokhin should not be welcomed in Russia, adding another layer of public interest to the evolving scene surrounding the event. The remarks underscore the heightened attention this project commands across the sports and entertainment communities. [Attribution: Public remarks by Nikolay Valuev via a recent media briefing]