Bellator 2021 3 2021-04-16 2021-04-16 https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/thumb/6uldbr1613700955.jpg https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/poster/tlctwy1619510764.jpg Bellator 257 is expected to take place on April 16, 2021 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Background: The event will be headlined by the remainder of the Quarterfinals of the Bellator Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Tournament. The main event will feature current Bellator Light Heavyweight World Champion Vadim Nemkov making his first title defense against Phil Davis, a rematch of their November 2018 bout, which saw Nemkov win via split decision. The co-main event will feature former UFC Middleweight Title contender Yoel Romero facing off against former UFC Light-Heavyweight Title contender Anthony Johnson in their debuts for the promotion. Main Card: Light Heavyweight / Bellator Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Quarter-Final / Vadim Nemkov (c) vs. Phil Davis Light Heavyweight / Bellator Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix Quarter-Final / Anthony Johnson vs. Yoel Romero 1091572