Sergei Kharitonov, was at one time considered the future of the heavyweight division in PRIDE. The russian army man and Russian Top Team member, has many a top level victories under his belt including (T)ko wins over Pedro Rizzo, Ninja Rua, Semmy Schilt and current UFC star Fabricio Werdum.

Kharitonov would be a great addition to what is already an impressive heavyweight roster in Affliction. His last fight was a year ago when he KO’ed Alistair Overeem in the first round of a K-1 Hero’s, what is now called DREAM match.

The potential match ups are many and all are interesting. I just hope Kharitonov has recovered fully from his injuries and we see the Kharitonov of old.