Askham previously fought in UFC and the British promotion BAMMA. Also Askham fought in the tournament of the Russian organization ACB. In total, he has 17 victories and four defeats in MMA.
34-year-old Shlemenko lost in his last three fights. Previously, he completed a contract with the American organization Bellator. A total of 56 victories and 12 defeats to his credit, one more fight was declared as a no contest.