On the espn.co.uk website they have the WBA title holder whining about Wladimir's "demands" for the fight which were just so difficult that the WBA title holder describes his effort as "beinding over backwards to get the fight signed"

Wlad wanted: his choice of doctor (for his corner), to come to the ring second, his choice of gloves, and apparently the choice of referees but I highly doubt that. The WBA title holder also said the fight happening in Germany was a big deal but hell #1 He once had the chance to deliver Stamford Bridge and pulled out and #2 Wlad is the bigger draw at the gate as the record shows. So when it comes down to brass tacks basically Wlad wanted respect (ie being THE heavyweight champ coming to the ring second) and his choice of gloves...oh and a doctor of his choice in his corner....what was the big issue again Mr. "All I need is a ref that can count to 10"?