For months, Albert Tumenov adamantly called out Rick Story for a fight at some point in 2015. Even though his call out fell on deaf ears, the flashy Russian striker continued to aim high with his call outs, as he focused his attention next on fellow striker Lorenz Larkin.
The call out comes several weeks following his failed attempt to fight at UFC 188 in Mexico City. Just days out from his anticipated preliminary fight Tumenov found himself without an opponent. After being forced to handle a late replacement for his original opponent, Tumenov simply focused on himself and his own preparation.