While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a Bellator win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage is a key talent, as well.
Inside, see what the main-card fighters at Bellator 215 went with as their backing tracks in Uncasville, Conn.
Matt Mitrione vs. Sergei Kharitonov declared no-contest (accidental low kick) – Round 1, 0:15
Matt Mitrione: “Simple Man” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Sergei Kharitonov: “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
Logan Storley def. Ion Pascu via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-26, 30-26)
Logan Storley: “People Back Home” by Florida Georgia Line
Ion Pascu: “Nothing Else Matters” by Metallica
Eduardo Dantas def. Toby Misech via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
Eduardo Dantas: “Lado A Lado B” by O Rappa
Toby Misech: “Ready for War” by 2piece feat. Roy Jones Jr.
John Douma def. Mike Kimbel via submission (triangle choke) – Round 1, 2:51
John Douma: “Programs” by Mac Miller
Mike Kimbel: “Going Bad” by Meek Mill feat. Drake
Austin Vanderford def. Cody Jones via submission (arm triangle choke) – Round 1, 4:49
Austin Vanderford: “Middle Child” by J. Cole
Cody Jones: “Kick in the Door” by The Notorious B.I.G.
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