This weekend, the opponent for MMA legend Fedor Emelianenko’s next fight was announced.
Brazilian MMA media outlet Combate confirmed the news recently that Fedor Emelianenko will return to fight under the “Fight Nights” banner on June 17th, as he collides with former UFC veteran Fabio Maldonado.
Emelianenko (35-4, 1 NC) last competed at the Rizin FF event on New Year’s Eve in Japan, defeating Jaideep Singh in just three minutes in his first MMA fight in years.
Meanwhile Maldonado (22-9), a fan favorite in the UFC for his ability to endure punishment, scored two quick knockouts in boxing matches. Prior to the Fedor fight on 6/17, Maldonado is scheduled to fight against Felipe Dantas in a light heavyweight bout on May 6th in Brazil.