Bellator 245 pre-event facts: Can Lyoto Machida finally win a rematch?

Bellator kicks off a loaded dual-event weekend on Friday with Bellator 245, which takes place at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. – also known as the “FightSphere” – and airs on Paramount and streams on DAZN.

A rematch between top light heavyweight contenders takes center stage in the main event. Former Bellator champion Phil Davis (21-5 MMA, 8-2 BMMA) looks to earn another victory over former UFC champ Lyoto Machida (26-9 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) after he won the initial meeting by split decision at UFC 163 in August 2013.

For more on the numbers behind the first of two Bellator events this weekend, check below for 30 pre-event facts about Bellator 245.

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