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Moscow hosts biggest MMA event in Eastern Europe

Published: 22 April, 2010, 14:33
Edited: 12 May, 2010, 00:16


In mixed martial arts, one organization is holding events across the globe to find the world's best fighters. This month's event in Moscow saw the pick of Eastern Europe settling scores.

 
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Marius May 11, 2010, 23:52 quote
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I am lokking for some alliance with a MMA gym/club internationally where we can send students to compete. Can someone give me some ideas who I can contact?

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