“I Train to Eminem”: MMA Champ Anatoly Malykhin Reveals His Go-To Hype Music

ONE Championship’s two-division titleholder Anatoly “Sladkiy” Malykhin is known for his devastating knockouts and explosive energy, and, as it turns out, his workout playlist reflects that perfectly.

The Russian powerhouse recently revealed that Eminem tops his gym soundtrack. “I often train to Eminem”, Malykhin said. “His flow and energy really push me”. It is the kind of music that matches the intensity Malykhin brings into the ring, track for track, punch for punch.

While his tastes also include classical music and nu metal, it is Slim Shady who gives him that extra fire. One day, the champ hopes to catch Eminem live in concert — a knockout experience in itself.