Overview
- Emelianenko told reporters he continues to train and coach and that he would compete again if a financially and logistically sensible offer appears.
- He spoke at Scott Coker’s Ki MMA launch in New York and framed the new promotion as one potential platform for legacy events or crossover fights.
- Emelianenko said he is interested in boxing and Combat Sambo and singled out Randy Couture as a preferred opponent, saying "I'm ready if he's ready."
- Practical barriers include athletic-commission medical rules and fighter age, with commentators noting Randy Couture's advanced age and suggesting non‑U.S. venues such as Japan could bypass some limits.
- Beyond his own fighting future, Emelianenko remains active in the sport as a coach and mentor to fighters like Vadim Nemkov, which keeps him involved even if a comeback does not occur.