Fedor Emelianenko - one of the most dominant MMA fighters of all-time - is set for a sensational return to mixed martial arts. The 38-year old PRIDE legend retired from the octagon in 2012
UFC President Dana White attempted to sign 'The Last Emperor' to fight Brock Lesnar in 2012, but a deal was never agreed. The Russian is now back in training. He was a dominant force in MMA, compiling a 34-4 record, including victories in this final three fights.
Emelianenko told Russian MMA outfit Union MMA.
For every athlete it is very important to be able to engage in their favorite thing: give all the best in training, performing in competitions, defending the honor of the motherland.
But now I feel it is time to return to the ring. I was able to recover and heal old injuries. The last three years I have maintained physical form, but this level is not enough to go into battle, therefore recently I started intensive training.
Once agreements are reached, there will be information on the date of the fight and rival.
Fedor went a decade undefeated before his submission loss to Fabricio Werdum in 2010, which was his first in 30 fights. The heavyweight is considered to be one of the greatest MMA fighters of all-time.
