Bellator returns to the “Fightsphere” on Thursday with Bellator 249, which takes place at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., and airs on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.
In the main event, Cris Cyborg (22-2 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) puts her women’s featherweight title on the first time against Arlene Blencowe (13-7 MMA, 6-3 BMMA), who looks to make good on her second attempt at the gold.
For more on the numbers behind the main event, as well as the rest of the card, check below for 20 pre-event facts about Bellator 249.