In a recent interview conducted with Karen Adamyan, Russian online personality Danya Milokhin shared his perspective on the economics of stepping into an MMA ring under the sport’s unified rules. Milokhin clarified the financial side of his upcoming bout, explaining that the initial fight fee would fall around the $10,000 mark. He emphasized that the exact amount was not his primary concern. What mattered more, he said, was the chance to compete, to have a recognized rival, and to see a poster publicized for a meaningful event. Milokhin asserted that his main objective was to put on a strong showing so that the organizers would take notice and consider him for additional opportunities in the future. (Source: interview with Karen Adamyan)
The fighter is set to step into the cage for his first MMA bout against Ajmal Khan, who has built a substantial following with roughly 3.5 million subscribers across social media platforms. The contest is scheduled for February 16 and will take place at the ALPHA FIGHT SERIES tournament in Dubai. Milokhin’s path to this moment traces back to his earlier public appearances in the reality program Ice Age, where he collaborated on the show with Evgenia Medvedeva, a prominent figure in the world of figure skating. Although the pair did not clinch the season’s top prize, they did win the audience award, which came with a prize of one million rubles. This background adds a layer of public interest and a built-in fan base as Milokhin transitions into mixed martial arts. (Source: interview with Karen Adamyan)
Beyond this bout, industry chatter has included talk about various rematch possibilities in the MMA arena. For instance, Magomed Ismailov has been reported to have asked for a substantial rematch consideration, with figures mentioned around fifty million for a rematch with Alexander Shlemenko. This kind of talk underscores the broader market dynamics that accompany high-stakes combat sports, where negotiations, fan interest, and media attention all intersect to shape the landscape for fighters who cross from other disciplines into MMA rings. (Source: interview with Karen Adamyan)