There are very few fighters who have the same pedigree as Anthony Rumble Johson. Retiring from the sport following a disappointing loss at UFC 210 against Daniel Cormier for the UFC Championship, Anthony Johnson last fought in 2017 after KO victories over Glover Teixiera, Ryan Bader, and Jimi Manuwa.
With other notable wins including a decision over former Bellator MMA LHW champion Phil Davis, and perennial contenders such as Alexander Gustafsson, Antonio Nogueira, Mike Kyle, and Andrei Arlovski RUMBLE has proven himself in the LHW division.
The signing of the DOMINANCE MMA athlete who is managed by Ali shows Bellator MMA’s commitment to signing big time free agents that fit their divisions when they become available, adding Corey Anderson and Cris Cyborg earlier this year, however Bellator MMA has shown they are committed to signing many of the regions top prospects and up and coming talent building the core of athletes which will be showcased on CBS Sports Network over the 2021 season. Don’t forget Bellator 254 fights are available Thursday live on CRISCYBORG.COM
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