Any time a decorated athlete makes the jump to MMA the question is always one of how their skills will translate. Will the former boxer be able to stay upright, will the former wrestler be able to strike, will the former grappler be able to get the fight down? For every fighter that makes their transition to mixed martial arts look effortless, there are many many more who struggle early on to find their footing.
Lately, Bellator has made a habit of finding those potential crossover stars. Athletes who want to try MMA after great success elsewhere, and want a fasttrack to success.