The Bellator Light Heavyweight tournament semifinalist would like you to know he’s very happy with his decision to jump ship from UFC. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Anderson used to be known as “Beastin’ 25/8” and is now “Overtime,” but who needs to work overtime when you’re cashing these kinds of checks? For Corey Anderson, the Bellator 257 game plan is what it always is for him. The pair have been lined up in the opening round of Bellator’s newly announced light heavyweight grand prix. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. It’s a move that fellow former UFC light heavyweight, and current two-division Bellator champion Ryan Bader feels will pay off big for Anderson. Anderson dominated Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov to advance in the tournament. Tonight’s Bellator 257 event is co-headlined by a light heavyweight quarterfinal fight featuring Corey Anderson taking on Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov. Corey Anderson has signed with Bellator. Bellator 251 card, results. After growing frustrated with the promotion’s treatment of him during his UFC run, it’s easy to look at light heavyweight Corey Anderson as a new fighter. Corey Anderson def. Because now we have former UFC fighter, Corey Anderson, claiming he’s made more with Bellator in two fights than he did in seven years with the world’s most prominent mixed martial arts (MMA) league. In fact, Askren says it’s more than he made off his entire Bellator run of nine fights. And hey, why not? But really, coming off a TKO win over Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov at Bellator 257 in the opening round of the light heavyweight grand prix, Anderson has just gone back to being himself. Bellator MMA Fighter Rankings: Corey Anderson rises at Light Heavyweight after Grand Prix win Usman Wants ‘Maverick’ Next At UFC 263. There’s a good chance “Overtime” is including sponsorship money that he’s free to make in Bellator selling space on his fight shorts. Swanson Releases Statement After ‘Giga’ Kick Loss, Prochazka On Spinning Elbow KO Of Reyes: ‘That Was Just The Flow’, UFC Vegas 25, The Morning After: The Contender That Was Promised. Corey Anderson is excited to begin a new chapter in his career while hinting at a throwback to a key element of his past. Paul Daley def. It sets up a showdown with old friend Ryan Bader, whom Anderson gladly welcomes as an opponent. Shaun Asher via TKO (strikes) – Round 1, 0:55, Grachik Bozinyan def. Anderson (14-5) had been on the cusp of a title challenge, on a four-fight win streak when Blachowicz knocked him out inside of a round at UFC Rio Rancho in February 2020. Everything That Happened At UFC Vegas 25 Last Night! Anderson who signed with the company back in August 2020 tweeted out the following statement about what Bellator has given him in his short run with them and how it compared to his time competing with the UFC. Corey Anderson has made it seem as though all things are different from his time with the UFC to how he is treated now with Bellator, and if all the changes are positive, then only time will tell if getting all the outside distractions silenced, could lead to championship gold for him. Anderson (14-5 MMA), a former TUF winner, made his Bellator debut this past November where he scored a second … Thanks for signing up. Now I live and enjoy life to the fullest with my family everyday! !In 2 fights 6 months with Bellator, I've made double of what I did in 15 fights (11 wins 2 bonuses) 7 years with UFC. 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Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov via TKO (strikes) – Round 3, 2:15 – advances to light heavyweight grand prix semifinal, Veta Arteaga def. That’s more than the former Bellator and ONE champion has ever made off a single fight. “This was a mutual decision between Corey and the UFC,” said Anderson’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, to EPSN. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Another day, another story about how UFC’s pay scale doesn’t compare to other fight promotions. Corey Anderson and Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov Credit: Bellator MMA If ever there was an unknown fighter ahead of a major fight, it was Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov. Some numbers we do know: Anderson’s disclosed purse for his sixth fight at UFC 196 in 2016 was $20,000 to show and $20,000 to win. Marcus Surin via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27), Karl Albrektsson def. Heading into the Bellator light heavyweight grand prix, Dovletzhan Yagshimuradov was the big mystery man of the tournament. Please check your email for a confirmation. Gregory Milliard via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27), Steve Mowry def. Seven fights later at UFC 232 in 2018, he was up to $65,000 to show, $65,000 to win. Corey Anderson Claims Bellator Pays Him More Than UFC Published 04/21/2021, 1:42 AM EDT NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 04: Corey Anderson looks on prior to his light heavyweight bout against Ovince Saint Preux during the UFC 217 event at Madison Square Garden on November 4, 2017 in New York City. According to Helwani, Anderson asked for his release from the UFC despite having multiple fights left on his contract. That mystery has been solved. Cyborg’s Message To ‘Bones’ And Other Dana-Haters: Come to Bellator! Bellator 257 -- Vadim Nemkov, Paul Daley and Corey Anderson have something to prove Vadim Nemkov makes his first title defense against Phil Davis on April 16. “Corey Anderson has signed with Bellator. We’ve seen Anderson get knocked out and Yagshimuradov does have some pop in his hands. Anderson, who was not a free agent, recently asked for his release from the promotion and was granted it, according to sources. After that, “Overtime” requested his release from a promotion he had long been at odds with, and jumped from the UFC to Bellator. Pedro Carvalho via TKO (strikes) – Round 2, 0:53. Said Sowma via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) “I’d like to thank the UFC and Bellator, everyone involved. Corey Anderson (13-5) has been signed to a multi-fight deal by Bellator MMA after spending the last six years with the UFC and he won't be wasting any … Sabah Homasi via TKO (punches) – Round 2, 1:44, Giga Chikadze wants Max Holloway or Calvin Kattar after UFC on ESPN 23 knockout. Corey Anderson figured out Yagshimuradov, using his wrestling and vicious ground-and-pound to earn a third-round TKO victory at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Anderson’s win sets up a semifinal showdown with former … By: Mike Bohn. Corey Anderson will encounter a clash of styles in his Bellator debut when he takes on decorated striker Melvin Manhoef. Corey Anderson (14-5) is no different than the rest of us in one respect. UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Corey Anderson took care of business in dominant fashion Friday at Bellator 257, pummeling Dovletzhan Yagshimuradov to win by third-round TKO and advance to the promotion’s light heavyweight grand prix semifinals. Desiree Yanez via majority decision (28-28, 29-27, 29-27), Julia Budd def. Corey Anderson delivered a statement performance on his promotion-debut at Bellator 251, overcoming Melvin Manhoef with a second-round technical … Now I live and enjoy life to the fullest with my family everyday! Corey Anderson may not have drawn the most recognizable name in the next Bellator tournamennt, but that doesn’t mean he’s taking him lightly.. Anderson (14-5 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) will take on Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov in the quarterfinals of the light heavyweight grand prix at Bellator 256, which takes place April 9 in Uncasville, Conn.The card airs on Showtime. A buck is a buck however you make it, and we’re happy to hear Anderson is thriving in Bellator (where he just advanced to the semifinals of the Bellator 205-pound tournament). Viktor Nemkov via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27), Mads Burnell def. Let that marinate ....”, UFC gave me the career...Bellator gave me the life! Sorry Colby! ", Video! Former Ultimate Fighter winner Corey Anderson, the No. Demarques Jackson via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28), Raymond Daniels def. Start every day with our most popular content waiting in your inbox. “In two fights / six months with Bellator, I’ve made double of what I did in 15 fights (11 wins 2 bonuses) seven years with UFC. Unfortunately, it’s a bit tricky figuring out exactly how much Anderson is making to make an apples to apples comparison. 4 ranked light heavyweight in the UFC, has signed a new contract with Bellator. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! “I love the matchup,” Anderson said during his post … Pinheiro Carried Backstage By Coach After Illegal Upkick. Corey Anderson defeated Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov via TKO, Round 3 – 2:15 at Bellator 257 on Friday, April 16, 2021, live from the Mohegan Sun Arena in … Melvin Manhoef via second-round TKO (punches, elbows) Tyrell Fortune def. If Anderson is able to land takedowns, he’s going to get a decision. Because now we have former UFC fighter, Corey Anderson, claiming he’s made more with Bellator in two fights than he did in seven years with the world’s most prominent mixed martial arts … Recently Bellator signing Corey Anderson gave his input on which light heavyweight division is better between Bellator and the UFC. Over the weekend, we saw Ben Askren pocket $500,000 in disclosed purse (and $1 mil overall by his account) for his two minutes of boxing time against YouTuber Jake Paul (watch highlights). Corey Anderson official Sherdog mixed martial arts stats, photos, videos, breaking news, and … Corey Anderson's record and stats, plus video clips and full fight videos. It all came to an end after it was recently announced that Corey Anderson has signed a contract with Bellator. Corey Anderson and the UFC have had their fair share of troubles in the past. The light heavyweight from Turkmenistan was virtually unheard of among western MMA fans at least, prior to being booked against Corey Anderson in the opening round of the Bellator light heavyweight grand prix. Kamaru Usman’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, explains why the UFC welterweight champion wants to defend his title next against Michael Chiesa. Mick Maynard's Shoes: What's next for Dominick Reyes after UFC on ESPN 23 loss? With Bellator using the Mohegan Sun Arena as it's base of operations right now, there's the possibility Corey Anderson could slide into the August 28th card or the September 11th card. Anderson, who was not a free agent, recently asked for his release from the promotion and was granted it, according to sources. Saul Rogers via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 2, 4:08, Pedro Carvalho vs. Jay Jay Wilson def. Bellator Paid ‘More Than Double’ For Canceled Fights, where he just advanced to the semifinals of the Bellator 205-pound tournament, Valentina Shevchenko Women’s Walkout Jersey, Venum Authentic Fight Night Women’s Jersey. That was his last disclosed purse with UFC. Prochazka Devastates Reyes With Spinning Elbow KO, Watch UFC Vegas 25 full fight video highlights: Dominick Reyes vs. Jiri Prochazka last night (Sat., May 1, 2021) on ESPN2/ESPN+ from Las Vegas, featuring the spinning elbow finish by "Denisa. Bellator light heavyweight contender Corey Anderson praised the promotion for the way it's treated him thus far financially. Let that marinate....#blessed #worth. 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Peter Stanonik via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26), Lance Gibson Jr. def. MMA Mania, UFC news, results, videos, rumors, fights, Six months with Bellator netted Corey Anderson more money than seven years with UFC, Highlights! Watch Luana Pinheiro get carried backstage after suffering an illegal upkick by Randa Markos earlier tonight (Sat., May 1, 2021) at UFC Vegas 25 on ESPN2/ESPN+ from UFC APEX. The former UFC contender and current Bellator light heavyweight had to google his next opponent, just to know who Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov was. By Kristen King Jan 12, 2021, 3:00pm EST Share this story We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. ESPN’s Ariel Helwani broke the news that Anderson had signed with Bellator. 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