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Former UFC star Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson seems to be getting into shape for a possible return

Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson is remembered for his explosive punches and knockouts during his time in the world of MMA.

The 36-year-old made a name for himself in the UFC and finished his career with a 22-6 record. However, the Light Heavyweight was never able to win a title in the promotion.

Anthony Johnson is one of the best hitters in the history of the UFC
Anthony Johnson of the United States looks on after his win by TKO against Ryan Bader (not pictured) (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Johnson twice lost to Daniel Cormier for the title, but most UFC fans will remember his hard-hitting style.

The American has taken up other ventures since his last fight in 2017, which was for the Light Heavyweight title.

However, Johnson recently shared a video of him training and he also claimed he had more time to work with his fighters.

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Johnson had spoken of returning to UFC in 2020 as part of the Heavyweight division and was asked about the same.

A fan questioned when Johnson would be back, and the MMA star provided a positive response on the same.

Anthony Johnson responded to a post on Instagram
Anthony Johnson responded to a post on Instagram (Instagram)

Getting one more shot at the title?

Returning to the UFC would be something incredible given that Johnson hasn’t fought in the last two years.

However, it seems he might come back in the Heavyweight division and that would mean facing Stipe Miocic, possibly.

Anthony Johnson seems to be preparing for his UFC return
Mixed martial artist Anthony Johnson poses on the scale during his weigh-in for UFC 202 at MGM Grand Conference Center (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Miocic has been out of action since his second clash against Cormier. Miocic was able to pick up the title in that fight but he has been out due to an eye injury he picked up in that fight.

Cormier has been accused of using eye pokes several times in the past and Miocic underwent surgery to fix that problem.

Daniel Cormier vs Stipe Miocic 3 could happen in the UFC
Daniel Cormier kicks Stipe Miocic during their UFC 241 Heavyweight Title Bout (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images)

Cormier and Miocic have spoken about possibly fighting in the future. And Johnson can’t face Miocic just after his UFC return.

He needs to prove he can swing with the best, but if he keeps training like this, a UFC return could happen soon, as he said.

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