Of all the potential matchups for Yoel Romero in Bellator MMA, a light heavyweight showdown with the also recently-signed Anthony Johnson seems to be the most tantalizing.
Romero has opened as a slight favorite in the pairing of former UFC title challengers, according to BetOnline. Romero opened as a -175 favorite, with Johnson as a slight +150 underdog. As of this writing, Romero is at -155 and Johnson is +135. Romero and Johnson must fight by Aug. 1, 2021 for action to be valid.
Romero was released from his UFC contract following a three-fight skid.