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Is Anthony Johnson Ready to Take Next Step in UFC's Welterweight Division?

Anthony Johnson's climb up the UFC's 170-pound ladder has been a slow but steady one. After competing in the Octagon for two-plus years, most fighters usually receive a shot against a top contender to see if they are ready to fight elite talent. And while "Rumble" has yet to face the best welterweights the UFC has to offer, he will meet perhaps his toughest opponent to date in the form of Yoshiyuki Yoshida at UFC 104 in October.

FanHouse spoke to Johnson about his recent knee injury and fighting Yoshida. Check out the full video interview below.

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