Overview

• Competing in Las Vegas in the Master 2 featherweight division, Johnson tapped in the final minute to a foot lock/kneebar applied by Takuto Kako.
• Johnson advanced to the second round after his first opponent did not appear and was eliminated there by the submission.
• After the match Johnson said he felt one or two pops in his knee and believes the injury involves his MCL, noting he tapped to avoid risking surgery.
• Kako, whom Johnson beat by decision at the 2024 Masters, defeated Eric Joseph Ceballos next before falling to Ermilio Lucas Ferreira in the semifinals to take bronze.
• Johnson posted that he is 0-2 in competition this year following a March loss to Leon Amancio and said he will prepare for his next event.