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Vlad Kovalev and Mikhail Rogozin discussed their upcoming bout. Kovalev will defend his title on July 4 at RCC 25 in Yekaterinburg.
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Vlad Kovalev and Mikhail Rogozin have gone face to face verbally ahead of their scheduled title clash, exchanging words in the buildup to what promises to be a significant night for Russian MMA. Kovalev is set to put his belt on the line on July 4 at RCC 25, with the event taking place in Yekaterinburg.
The two fighters addressed their upcoming bout publicly, though the specifics of what was said were not detailed in official communications surrounding the matchup.
Why it matters
- Kovalev enters the bout as champion, meaning his title is directly on the line at RCC 25
- The event takes place in Yekaterinburg on July 4, giving the card a strong regional significance for Russian combat sports
- The pre-fight verbal exchange signals rising tension between the two camps ahead of fight night
