Best fights of Michael Johnson
Over 17 years as a professional, Michael Johnson has compiled a 24-19 (12) record, including three title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Michael Johnson KOs Dustin Poirier
On September 17, 2016 Michael Johnson faced Dustin Poirier in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 30 years old with a record of 16-10, and Poirier was 27 with a record of 20-4. Johnson was on a 2-fight losing streak, while Poirier was on a 4-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Dustin Poirier via KO in the 1st round.
2. Michael Johnson KOs Gleison Tibau
On December 28, 2013 Michael Johnson faced Gleison Tibau in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 27 years old with a record of 13-8, and Tibau was 30 with a record of 30-9. Johnson was coming off a win and Tibau was on a 2-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Gleison Tibau via KO in the 2nd round.
3. Michael Johnson defeats Melvin Guillard
On March 8, 2014 Michael Johnson faced Melvin Guillard in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 27 years old with a record of 14-8, and Guillard was 30 with a record of 31-12-2. Johnson was on a 2-fight winning streak. Johnson won via unanimous decision.
4. Michael Johnson KOs Danny Castillo
On October 5, 2012 Michael Johnson faced Danny Castillo in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 26 years old with a record of 11-6, and Castillo was 33 with a record of 14-4. Johnson was on a 2-fight winning streak and Castillo was on a 3-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Danny Castillo via KO in the 2nd round.
5. Michael Johnson defeats Edson Barboza
On February 22, 2015 Michael Johnson faced Edson Barboza in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 28 years old with a record of 15-8, and Barboza was 29 with a record of 15-2. Johnson was on a 3-fight winning streak and Barboza was on a 2-fight winning streak. Johnson won via unanimous decision.
6. Michael Johnson defeats Joe Lauzon
On August 17, 2013 Michael Johnson faced Joe Lauzon in a lightweight bout. Johnson was 27 years old with a record of 12-8, and Lauzon was 29 with a record of 22-8. Johnson was on a 2-fight losing streak and Lauzon was coming off a loss. Johnson won via unanimous decision.