Bellator 251 pre-event facts: Corey Anderson brings strong resume into debut

A busy month of Bellator action continues on Thursday with Bellator 251, which takes place inside the “Fightsphere” at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn.

Light heavyweights are set to clash in the main event. Knockout specialist Melvin Manhoef (32-14-1 MMA, 4-3 BMMA) will look to add another big finish to his resume when he welcomes longtime UFC contender Corey Anderson (13-4 MMA, 0-0 BMMA) to the Bellator roster.

For more on the numbers behind the headliner, as well as the rest of the card, check below for 17 pre-event facts about Bellator 251.