He's long been one of my favourite fighters to watch due to his unique style. I'm really glad he's finally coming back, but the 2 year lay-off is an issue, not just the ring rust but the fact that it was major knee issues and so much of his style is based on movement and foot work.
I do think relinquishing the title during those 2 years would have been for the best, if only to allow him to fight someone lower ranked in his return as a 'warm up' fight after being away so long, rather than jumping in after a massive absence against Barao. Whatever though, it's past that now.
Hopefully it has less effect than I think it will and he comes out looking great, though. Just glad he's back, hopefully I'm left happier than I was after Bowles return.