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, se what the fighters from Bellator 225 went with as their backing tracks in Bridgeport, Conn.
Tyrell Fortune def. Rudy Schaffroth via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 2, 2:08
Tyrell Fortune: N/A
Rudy Schaffroth: “The Man Comes Around” by Johnny Cash
Yaroslav Amosov def. David Rickels – via submission (D’Arce choke) – Round 2, 4:05
Yaroslav Amosov: “Moya Igra” by Besta
David Rickels: “What Is Love” by Haddaway
Alejandra Lara def. Taylor Turner via TKO (strikes) – Round 1, 3:44
Alejandra Lara: “VOLARE” by Jimmy Sabater
Taylor Turner: “Champion” by Barns Courtney
Vitaly Minakov def. Tim Johnson via knockout (punches) – Round 1, 1:45
Vitaly Minakov: “Knyazhiy Ostrov” by Nikolay Emelin
Tim Johnson: “Hillbilly Deluxe” by Brooks & Dunn
Sergei Kharitonov def. Matt Mitrione via TKO (knee, punches) – Round 2, 1:24
Sergei Kharitonov: “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor
Matt Mitrione: “Simple Man” by Lynyrd Skynyrd
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