MIAMI – Sergei Kharitonov was victorious in the Eagle FC 44 main event, overwhelming Tyrone Spong to win by second-round TKO on Friday at FLXcast Arena. Afterward, the 41-year-old Kharitonov (34-9) spoke with reporters, including MMA Junkie, to discuss how he got the win, overcoming some hard leg kicks from Spong, hoping for more Eagle FC opportunities despite being under contract with Bellator, and more. You can watch Kharitonov’s full media scrum in the video above. Related Ray Borg after comeback win at Eagle FC 44: 'I'm still one of the best in the world' Rashad Evans battled 'dark thoughts' prior to first win since 2013 at Eagle FC 44 Khabib Nurmagomedov says he offered Jake Paul an Eagle FC contract: 'We're waiting on his answer' Khabib Nurmagomedov hopes to learn from Dana White after Eagle FC's U.S. debut, reveals meeting Gallery Sergei Kharitonov def. Tyrone Spong at Eagle FC 44: Best photos view 19 images
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