MMA Rated snapped the picture of the pair of heavyweights, leading to increased speculation that the pair are in discussions regarding their long-sought blockbuster bout. The idea surrounding the meetings centers around discussions between Emelianenko’s management and Couture’s representatives negotiating a way in which to work towards a bout between both fighters either sometime this year or next year

Both fighters spent time for a photo shoot, but sources indicate to Sherdog that Affliction Entertainment was not behind the session.

Even UFC brass have expressed interest in discussing the bout, which his believed to have the ability to draw over one million pay-per-view purchases.