Artem Frolov is one of the most prominent middleweights in Russian mixed martial arts, with potential to reach the highest spots in the world rankings. His last fights were a year ago in the ACA and he is currently on a winning streak. Today, we’ll look at the beginning of his professional career, which took place in the M-1 Global promotion. On November 18, 2016, at M-1 Challenge 72, he fought the seasoned American fighter and UFC veteran Luigi Fiorvavanti, known for his formidable nickname “The Italian Tank.”

Blue Corner
Luigi “The Italian Tank” Fioravanti
USA
34 years old
Weight: 83.3 kg
Height: 175 cm
Record: 25-14
Black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, UFC tournament veteran

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Artem Frolov
Represents the Legion (Rostov-on-Don) and Kuznya (Krasnodar) clubs
25 years old
Weight: 83.9 kg
Height: 180 cm
Record: 7-0
Master of Sports in Mixed Martial Arts, medalist of the Russian Combat Sambo Championship

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