Fedor Emelianenko starts training for the fight with Bader

MMA fighter Fedor Emelianenko began training in Stary Oskol, Russia for the final bout of Bellator Grand Prix against Ryan Bader of US. Coach Peter Theiss joined the team of Fedor. Emelianenko vs Bader is scheduled for January 26 in Los Angeles.

Emelianenko, 42, held 44 fights, having won in 38 (29 by KO), having lost in five, one more fight was declared no contest. In the semifinals of the Bellator Grand Prix on October 14, Fedor defeated Chael Sonnen.

On October 12 in the semifinals Bader was stronger than his compatriot Matt Mitrione. The American has 26 victories (14 by KO) and five defeats.