The Maniac
26-05-2005, 17:10
The 6/26 fight will mark Nogueira's return to the ring after more than a half-year's absence, following his loss to heavyweight champion Fedor Emelianenko in 2004's Man Festival. But he might come back under different circumstances than those he fought under last time. PRIDE officials have made it clear that Nogueira's opponent has asked for changes in the rules, to even the playing field with the former champ.
Dream Stage Entertainment president Nobuyuki Sakakibara stated that Nastula has asked for a judo gi match, a jacket (only) match, and a Bushido rules time limit (2 rounds, 10 mins. & 5 mins., respectively). PRIDE made it clear that if both fighters agree, a jacket match is a possibility, but no change will be allowed in the time limit. DSE officials will soon start pinning down exactly what rules will be used for this match.
Dream Stage Entertainment president Nobuyuki Sakakibara stated that Nastula has asked for a judo gi match, a jacket (only) match, and a Bushido rules time limit (2 rounds, 10 mins. & 5 mins., respectively). PRIDE made it clear that if both fighters agree, a jacket match is a possibility, but no change will be allowed in the time limit. DSE officials will soon start pinning down exactly what rules will be used for this match.