Former UFC light heavyweight champion is eager to begin a new chapter in his career. Just a few days from his debut in the Bellator tournament for the 205-pound division belt, the ‘Dragon’ feels excited to tackle the new format, especially against an old rival from his Octagon days: Ryan Bader.
Paired up against ‘Darth’ for one of the grand prix’s quarter-final bouts at Bellator 256, Machida tells Ag Fight how thrilled he is to try his hand at something new in his career. Furthermore, to have the opportunity to take on Bader once again - eight years after their first match - will be a good chance to show how much he has developed over the years, Lyoto thinks.