After demolishing “the next big thing” in Johnny Walker, Corey Anderson is taking the opportunity to fire back at his detractors.
The former Ultimate Fighter winner, who at UFC 244 stopped Walker’s hype train, has been a top-10 light heavyweight for quite some time. But he’s also struggled to gain the attention of a higher-ranked opponent, much less convince the UFC he’s ready for a shot at champ Jon Jones.
That’s why Anderson decided to accept the challenge against Walker. The Brazilian had been cast as a potential threat to Jones after three lightning quick knockouts.