Yarennoka!

Yarennoka! was organized by the Yarennoka! Executive Committee along with Fighting & Entertainment Group, DEEP, and M-1 Global. It took place on December 31, 2007, acting as a send-off for Pride Fighting Championships fans after UFC's acquisition of Pride. The event captured attention by blending fighters from different promotions, showcasing a transitional period in Japanese MMA.

The main event featured Fedor Emelianenko, widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight fighters in MMA history, making his return after a notable submission victory over Mark Hunt in 2006. His opponent was Choi Hong-man, a towering and formidable K-1 fighter known for his striking and size. This matchup symbolized a clash between two distinct combat sports backgrounds and styles.

The undercard also featured high-caliber bouts including Shinya Aoki versus Bu-Kyung Jung. Aoki was coming off a TKO win and was renowned for his grappling skills and submissions. Another highlight was the fight between Kazuo Misaki and Yoshihiro Akiyama, which pitted former Grand Prix champions from Pride and Hero’s organizations against each other, adding to the event's prestige.

For collectors, Yarennoka! holds significance as a physical record of a pivotal moment in MMA history. The event was released on DVD, preserving the performances of some of the sport’s most notable fighters during a time of organizational change in Japanese MMA. Owning this release provides insight into the sport's evolution and the end of an era for Pride fans.