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Bellator 254’s Davion Franklin insists no beef with opponent – even if it seemed like it

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Davion Franklin spoke with MMA Junkie on Tuesday ahead of his fight at Bellator 254.

Franklin (2-0 MMA, 2-0 BMMA) discussed what he learned from his last fight (just his second as a professional) and listening to Jackson Wink MMA coach Greg Jackson, not really having beef with opponent Anthony Garrett even if it looked that way on social media, continuing to work toward his title aspirations, and more.

Watch the full pre-fight interview with Magomedov above.

Bellator 254 takes place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena. The main card airs on CBS Sports Network following prelims streamed on MMA Junkie.

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