I’m not sure Pride makes a big enough splash to garner any kind of mainstream attention, but if some newspaper or publication catches wind of Yvel’s antics… That could be some very negative publicity, and with the athletic commissions being as “moody” as they have been recently, a little community-based pressure could influence the commissions and do some harm, all for a fighter who is nowhere near top ten (although definitely entertaining at times.)

Its funny that you mentioned the alexander fight, I just watched that fight. Kharitonov is a guy with a lot of potential, i would definitely like to see him get back on track, and Yvel would be a good test… Is there a twin brother “good” yvel out there? Sergei would definitely get some good guy heat if he were to nobly dispatch Yvel. They could use another reputable heavyweight since CC jumped ship.

I’m not sure Pride wants to have the stigma of booking bad seeds on their fight cards if they are trying to establish credibility in the US, especially after having to deal with seperate scandals with Steriods from their previous show.

I’m not sure how the NSAC or anyone else collects their information on a fighter before approving their paperwork, but i hope someone takes a long look at Yvel’s rap sheet in the ring and takes it into consideration.

Although i guess certian US commissions let Tyson fight after some of his infamous in-ring shady tactics. Sigh.