Fedor Emelianenko’s illustrious MMA career comes to an unnecessary conclusion at Bellator 290.

There were several MMA greats in the cage who had flown to Inglewood, California, from all across the country and who could completely relate to Fedor Emelianenko’s Saturday emotions.

The renowned Russian heavyweight, who in the early half of this century contributed to the development of mixed martial arts, has just been submitted by Ryan Bader in the Bellator 290 main event at The Forum in 2:30. On his nose was a scratch. He was bleeding from the lip. His complexion turned crimson. He struggled to communicate his feelings as his spectacular 23-year career came to an end.

Fedor Emelianenko vs. Ryan Bader predictions for Bellator 290: fight card, odds, prelims, preview

View the predictions made by the CBS Sports analysts for the heavyweight title rematch on Saturday.

On Saturday night, Bellator 290 will telecast, marking the network’s first MMA event since 2010.
Inglewood, California’s Kia Forum will serve as the venue for the event.

Ryan Bader will defend the Bellator heavyweight title against Fedor Emelianenko in the main event.
Emelianenko, one of the greatest fighters in the history of the sport, will fight one more time in this remarkable career.
In their previous encounter, Bader won by technical knockout in just 35 seconds, capturing the championship that was then vacant.