Since making the jump to Bellator in the summer of 2017, Ryan Bader has completely run through the competition. In addition to going 2-0 at light-heavyweight, he’s also gone 3-0 as a heavyweight. Knowing this, Bellator has a tall order in front of them. They need to provide competition for a man who is arguably the best fighter on their roster. Lucky for Bellator, Bader’s double champ status compels him to defend in multiple weight divisions.
For instance, he can fight middleweights and light heavyweights at 205 pounds. But he also must defend the heavyweight belt against the giants at 265.