Tampa's Cruz looks to continue his MMA hot streak

Aalon Cruz has been on a roller coaster ride during his MMA career. The Tampa native turned pro in 2013, and he's fought in multiple organizations ever since. Cruz made headlines in 2019 when he scored a highlight-reel knockout to win "Dana White's Contender Series" and earn a UFC contract. After back-to-back losses, Cruz was released by the UFC. But that didn't stop his drive to chase a title in the 155-pound lightweight division. Aalon scored consecutive TKO wins with the Fury FC company before earning a deal with Bellator MMA, considered the second-biggest MMA promotion right behind the UFC. Cruz won his debut in April via unanimous decision. Friday night, he has his sights set on a fourth straight win when he squares off with England's Alfie Davis.