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PAIR OF INJURIES FORCE CHANGES TO MAIN CARD OF ‘BELLATOR 160: HENDERSON VS. PITBULL’

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CODY WALKER STEPS UP ON SHORT NOTICE TO CHALLENGE UNDEFEATED A.J. MCKEE, WHILE GEORGI KARAKHANYAN-BUBBA JENKINS MOVED TO SPIKE-TELEVISED CARD

SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Agosto 16, 2016) – Just nine days before the highly anticipated "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” evento Agosto 26 at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., injuries sustained by main card fighters Henry Corrales e Lena Ovchynnikova have shaken things up a bit. Imbattuto peso piuma A.J. McKee (4-0) ora affronterà Cody Walker (7-2), mentre Bubba Jenkins (11-2) e Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1) find themselves in a featherweight feature fight during the SPIKE-televised main card.

The fights join a main card that spotlights a super fight at 155-pounds between Benson Henderson (23-6) e Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3), as the two will duke it out for a shot at Michael Chandler’s championship belt. In aggiunta, an explosive lightweight contest pitting Si Awad (19-7) contro Derek Anderson (13-2) will serve as the evening’s co-main event.

In azione preliminare, welterweights Kevin “Baby Slice” Ferguson Jr. e Joey Davis will make their professional debuts, mentre Chinzo Machida (3-2) will compete for the first time under the Bellator MMA banner.

Tickets for the event start at $30 and can be purchased now on Ticketmaster and at Honda Center Box Office. Apertura delle porte alle 4:45 p.m. PT local time and the first preliminary bout – which streams live on Bellator.com e Il Mobile App Bellator — inizia a 5:00 p.m. PT.

After beginning his career 7-1 come un dilettante, the 21-year-old “Mercenary” has made a splash on the professional circuit, recording a perfect 4-0 mark through his first four bouts. McKee has fought under the Bellator MMA banner ever since he made his professional debut in 2015, finishing all of his contests in the opening frame, including three knockouts and a rear-naked choke submission. McKee’s most recent victory came at the expense of Italian Danilo Belluardo during the mixed martial arts portion of Bellator MMA’s first-ever event overseas, "Bellator 152: Freire vs. Souza.” The Long Beach, Calif. native will now take his flashy personality to the Honda Center, where he will have the chance to put his unique skill set on full display in front of his hometown fans.

Agreeing to take a professional mixed martial arts contest on short notice is no easy task, doing so against an undefeated fighter the caliber of McKee is even more daunting. But that’s exactly the scenario Walker finds himself in now ahead of il prossimo venerdì evento. A two-time competitor for Bellator, “The Crow” will look to move above .500 within the promotion when he enters the cage at Honda Center. The 28-year-old Texan has ended all seven of his professional victories via TKO or KO, including four in the first round.

A longtime veteran of Bellator MMA, Karakhanyan will look to get back on track after dropping two closely contested decision losses against Jenkins, who he handily defeated nearly two years ago via guillotine submission. Known to many mixed martial arts fans as “Insane,” the 31-year-old has finished 18 della sua 24 vince come un professionista, earning himself multiple titles in regional promotions along the way. Following multiple setbacks to his knee, the Russian fighter is finally healthy and now looks to climb the 145-pound ladder in a competitive division that he once sat atop as the No. 1 contendente.

Just a few years ago, Bubba Jenkins was widely regarded as the top MMA prospect in all of the sport, though the title became tainted following the aforementioned loss to Karakhanyan at “Bellator 132.” The former NCAA National Champion wrestler with Arizona State University now has three consecutive wins under his belt, and is looking for redemption. Heading into his 11th fight under the Scot Coker-led promotion, the 28-year-old “Highlight Kid” looks to put on a standout performance in Bellator’s incredibly deep featherweight division. Tune in Agosto 26 to see if the Corona, Calif., native can return the favor and finish Karakhanyan in front of his local supporters.

 

Completa "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” SPIKE-Televised Main Card:

Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (23-6) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

Co-Main Event leggero: Si Awad (19-7) vs. Derek Anderson (13-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: A.J. McKee (4-0) vs. Cody Walker (7-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Bubba Jenkins (11-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1)

 

Bellator.com-Streamed Preliminary Card:

Piuma preliminare Bout: Chinzo Machida (3-2) vs. Mario Navarro (4-4)

Welter preliminare Bout: Joey Davis (Pro Debut) vs. Keith Cutrone (1-0)

Welter preliminare Bout: Kevin Ferguson Jr. (Pro Debut) vs. Jon Tomasian (Pro Debut)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Gabriel Green (2-0) vs. Alex Trinidad (1-0)

Pesi Mosca preliminare Bout: Steve Ramirez (4-1) vs. Ron Henderson (4-2)

Pesi Mosca preliminare Bout: Kyle Estrada (3-2) vs. David Duran (3-4)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Mike Segura (4-3) vs. Jacob Rosales (3-2)

Welter preliminare Bout: Jonny Cisneros (9-4) vs. Andy Murad (12-2)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Jake Roberts (6-0) vs. Stephen Martinez (11-4)

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CHINZO MACHIDA SET FOR BELLATOR MMA DEBUT DURING PRELIMINARY PORTION OF ‘BELLATOR 160: HENDERSON VS. PITBULL’

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SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Agosto 8, 2016) - Chinzo Machida (3-2) will make his promotional debut in featherweight preliminary action at "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto 26 at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., contro Mario Navarro (4-4).

The fight joins a main card that includes a lightweight main event between fellow superstars Benson Henderson (23-6) e Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3). In aggiunta, knockout artista imbattuto A.J. McKee (4-0) clashes with former KOTC titlist Henry Corrales (12-3), while explosive lightweights Si Awad(19-7) e Derek Anderson (13-2) go toe-to-toe in a matchup that you do not want to miss. Rounding out the televised action is a women’s flyweight encounter pitting Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) contro Jaimelene Nievera (4-1).

During the must-see preliminary portion of the event, Bubba Jenkins (11-2) will look for revenge against Georgi “Insane” Karakhanyan (24-6-1) in a featherweight rematch. In azione welter, entrambi Kevin “Baby Slice” Ferguson Jr. e Joey Davis will both suit up for the first time under the Bellator umbrella and make their professional debuts.

"Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” si svolge su Agosto 26 inside Anaheim California’s Honda Center, and will air LIVE and FREE on SPIKE at 10 p.m. E/9 p.m. CT.

Porte per l'evento aperto a 4:45 p.m. PT local time and the first preliminary bout – which streams live on Bellator.com e Il Mobile App Bellator — inizia a 5:00 p.m. PT. I biglietti per l'evento a partire da soli $30 and can be purchased now on Ticketmaster and at the Honda Center Box Office.

Machida, the elder brother of former light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida, has only fought five times in his career, but is currently riding a two-fight winning streak. Machida impressively finished Brian Wood via flying knee for Resurrection Fighting Alliance in 2014 e Agosto 26 Machida will be fighting an opponent who’s currently on the opposite end of the spectrum, and has lost his last two outings. If unfamiliar with Machida’s handy work, look no further than his aforementioned finish of Wood here.

Navarro, 33, has competed almost exclusively in his home state of California, con 7 di 8 fights taking place a short drive from his home in Huntington Beach. A two-fight veteran of Bellator MMA, “Handsome” has competed against Cleber Luciano and Brandon Bender under the Scott Coker-led promotion and will look to get back to his winning ways in Anaheim, Calif., il ago. 26.

Completa "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” SPIKE-Televised Main Card:

Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (23-6) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

Co-Main Event leggero: Si Awad (19-7) vs. Derek Anderson (13-2)

Funzione Flyweight Bout: Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) vs. Jaimelene Nievera (4-1)

Featherweight Feature Bout: A.J. McKee (4-0) vs. Henry Corrales (12-3)

 

Bellator.com-Streamed Preliminary Card:

Piuma preliminare Bout: Chinzo Machida (3-2) vs. Mario Navarro (4-4)

Piuma preliminare Bout: Bubba Jenkins (11-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1)

Welter preliminare Bout: Joey Davis (Pro Debut) vs. Keith Cutrone (1-0)

Welter preliminare Bout: Kevin Ferguson Jr. (Pro Debut) vs. Jon Tomasian (Pro Debut)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Gabriel Green (2-0) vs. Alex Trinidad (1-0)

Pesi Mosca preliminare Bout: Steve Ramirez (4-1) vs. Ron Henderson (4-2)

Pesi Mosca preliminare Bout: Kyle Estrada (3-2) vs. David Duran (3-4)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Mike Segura (4-3) vs. Jacob Rosales (3-2)

Welter preliminare Bout: Jonny Cisneros (9-4) vs. Andy Murad (12-2)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Jake Roberts (6-0) vs. Stephen Martinez (11-4)

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LENA OVCHYNNIKOVA-JAIMELENE NIEVERA FLYWEIGHT ENCOUNTER COMPLETES STACKED MAIN CARD OF ‘BELLATOR 160’ AT HONDA CENTER ON AUG. 26

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PRELIMINARY CARD CONTINUES TO TAKE SHAPE

SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Agosto 2, 2016) – A flyweight matchup pitting Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) contro Jaimelene Nievera (4-1) è stata aggiunta alla scheda principale "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto 26 at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif.

 

The fight joins a main card that includes a lightweight main event between fellow superstars Benson Henderson (23-6) e Patricio "Pitbull"(25-3). In aggiunta, knockout artista imbattuto A.J. McKee (4-0) clashes with former KOTC titlist Henry Corrales (12-3), while explosive lightweights Si Awad (19-7) e Derek Anderson (13-2) go toe-to-toe in a matchup that you do not want to miss.

 

During the must-see preliminary portion of the event, Bubba Jenkins (11-2) will look for revenge against Georgi “Insane” Karakhanyan (24-6-1) in a featherweight rematch. In azione welter, entrambi Kevin “Baby Slice” Ferguson Jr. e Joey Davis will both suit up for the first time under the Bellator umbrella when they make their professional debuts.

 

"Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” si svolge su Agosto 26 inside Anaheim California’s Honda Center, and will air LIVE and FREE on SPIKE at 10 p.m. E/9 p.m. CT.

 

Porte per l'evento aperto a 4:45 p.m. PT local time and the first preliminary bout – which streams live on Bellator.com e Il Mobile App Bellator — inizia a 5:00 p.m. PT. I biglietti per l'evento a partire da soli $30 and can be purchased now on Ticketmaster and at the Honda Center Box Office.

 

Fighting out of Ukraine, Ovchynnikova will enter the cage in search of her first win under the Bellator MMA banner since joining the promotion at the beginning of this year. After making her professional debut in 2006, “Hunter” came out guns blazing, earning victories in each of her initial eight bouts. Of her 11 carriera vince, eight have come by way of submission, including six of the armbar variety.

 

Nievera will prepare to challenge the Ukrainian star in what is surely the stiffest test of her young career. Fresh off an emphatic knockout win over Stephanie Frausto at "Bellator 154: Davis vs. Re Mo," the Union City, Calif., native is eager to once again step back into the cage and represent Bellator MMA. Nicknamed “Queenie,” the 31-year-old Dragon House MMA product has her eyes set on building off of her current three-fight winning streak when she takes center stage in Anaheim on Agosto 26.

 

Aggiornato "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” SPIKE-Televised Main Card:

Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (23-6) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

Co-Main Event leggero: Si Awad (19-7) vs. Derek Anderson (13-2)

Funzione Flyweight Bout: Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) vs. Jaimelene Nievera (4-1)

Featherweight Feature Bout: A.J. McKee (4-0) vs. Henry Corrales (12-3)

 

Bellator.com-Streamed Preliminary Card:

Piuma preliminare Bout: Bubba Jenkins (11-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1)

Welter preliminare Bout: Joey Davis (Pro Debut) vs. Keith Cutrone (1-0)

Welter preliminare Bout: Kevin Ferguson Jr. (Pro Debut) vs. Johnny Tomasian (Pro Debut)

Leggero incontro preliminare: Gabriel Green (2-0) vs. Alex Trinidad (1-0)

Pesi Mosca preliminare Bout: Steve Ramirez (4-1) vs. Ron Henderson (4-2)

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‘BABY SLICE’ KEVIN FERGUSON JR. SET TO MEET JONATHAN TOMASIAN AT ‘BELLATOR 160’ IN ANAHEIM ON AUGUST 26

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WRESTLING PRODIGY JOEY DAVIS MATCHED WITH KEITH CUTRONE FOR HIS PROFESSIONAL DEBUT

SANTA MONICA, CALIF. (Agosto 1, 2016) – The announcement of his Bellator MMA arrival had "Baby Slice" Kevin Ferguson Jr. trending on social media for two-straight days, and today, Bellator Officials have confirmed that his first challenge as a professional mixed martial artist will be Jonathan Tomasian in a welterweight attraction at “Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull.”

 

In aggiunta, Ferguson’s teammate at “Body Shop Gym," Joey Davis will also make his professional debut, quando assume Keith Cutrone (1-0) a 170-libbre.

 

The stacked event takes place on Agosto 26 at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., and will air LIVE and FREE on SPIKE at 10 p.m. E/9 p.m. CT. I biglietti partono da soli $30 and can be purchased now on Ticketmaster and at the Honda Center Box Office. Doors for “Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull”aperto a 4:45 p.m. PT local time and the first preliminary bout – which streams live on Bellator.com e Il Mobile App Bellator — inizia a 5:00 p.m. PT.

 

These two welterweight matchups join a card that features a stellar 155-pound main event between Benson Henderson (23-6) e Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3). Inoltre, two standout featherweight fights have also been announced, seeing the young and undefeated A.J. McKee (4-0) meet former KOTC titlist Henry Corrales (12-3) and NCAA National Champion Wrestler Bubba Jenkins (11-2) assumere Georgi “Insane” Karakhanyan (24-6-1).

 

Signed to a developmental deal in April, “Baby Slice” makes his pro debut on the event’s Bellator.com-streamed preliminary card. The son of the late, great “Kimbo Slice,” Ferguson Jr. broke onto the scene very quietly earlier this year in an amateur bout in Western Massachusetts, where he scored a knockout victory just 83 secondi dall'inizio del primo turno. MMA reporter Chuck Mindenhall was on-site to cover the story. ‘Baby Slice’ trains at Antonio McKee’s “Body Shop Gym” in Long Beach alongside other “Bellator 160” competitors McKee, Jenkins and Davis.

 

Tomasian makes his professional debut under Bellator’s bright lights in a high profile situation that he hopes to make the most of. The 20-year-old Santa Clara, Calif., native has slightly more cage time than Slice, winning both of his amateur outings, once by knockout and the other by decision. Tomasian is currently training with Manny Rocha at Strive Jiu Jitsu Academy in Lodi Calif., where he has earned a purple belt in the art.

 

Davis is a 21-year-old standout wrestler who competed at Notre Dame College, where he accumulated an incredible undefeated 131-0 record and four consecutive NCAA Division II Championships during his college tenure, becoming the only Division II wrestler to ever win four national titles and go unbeaten in a career. Ora, Davis looks to parlay his wrestling success in the mixed martial arts cage on Aug. 26 in the Anaheim, where Davis will have plenty of hometown fans in attendance.

 

Amassing an 8-1 record on the amateur circuit, Cutrone has previously gotten his feet wet professionally, winning his pro debut via stoppage this past March. “The Bone” is a Strikeforce veteran, competing at the promotion’s “Challengers 11” card in 2010. With a strong base in wrestling and jiu-jitsu, Cutrone held a regional title at 185-pounds before permanently moving to welterweight as a professional.

 

"Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” SPIKE-Televised Main Card:

Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (23-6) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

Attacco a caratteristiche leggere: Si Awad (19-7) vs. Derek Anderson (13-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: A.J. McKee (4-0) vs. Henry Corrales (12-3)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Bubba Jenkins (11-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1)

 

Bellator.com-Streamed Preliminary Card:

Welter preliminare Bout: Joey Davis (Pro Debut) vs. Keith Cutrone (1-0)

Welter preliminare Bout: Kevin Ferguson Jr. (Pro Debut) vs. Jonathan Tomasian (Pro Debut)

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TWO FEATHERWEIGHT THRILLERS ADDED TO ‘BELLATOR 160: HENDERSON VS. PITBULL’ AT HONDA CENTER ON AUG. 26

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A.J. MCKEE PUTS UNDEFEATED MARK ON THE LINE AGAINST HENRY CORRALES AND BUBBA JENKINS LOOKS TO EVEN THE SCORE AGAINST GEORGI KARAKHANYAN

SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Luglio 25, 2016) – Two high-profile featherweight attractions have been added to the main card of the recently announced "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” evento Agosto 26 at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif. The first pitting the undefeated A.J. McKee (4-0) contro Henry Corrales (12-3), and the second newly-announced bout will see Bubba Jenkins(11-2) attempt to avenge a previous loss against Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1).

 

Biglietti "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” inizio alle $30 and can be purchased now on Ticketmaster and at Honda Center Box Office. Porte per l'evento aperto a 4:45 p.m. PT local time and the first preliminary bout – which streams live on Bellator.com eIl Mobile App Bellator — inizia a 5:00 p.m. PT. Additional contests will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

The main event of the evening features a marquee matchup at 155-pounds, quando Benson Henderson (23-6) returns to the division that he reigned supreme over for the many years to face former featherweight champion Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3), who is moving up in weight for the bout. Both men will be vying for a shot at Michael Chandler’s championship belt when they meet on Agosto 26 a Anaheim.

 

A 21 anni, McKee is undoubtedly one of the of mixed martial arts top young prospects. After beginning his career 7-1 come un dilettante, “Mercenary” has made a splash on the professional circuit, recording a perfect 4-0 mark through his first four bouts. McKee has fought under the Bellator MMA banner since day one of his professional career, finishing all of his contests in the opening frame, including three knockouts and a rear-naked choke submission. The Long Beach, Calif. native will bring his flashy skillset just down the 91 Freeway to Honda Center, where he will have the opportunity to put on a show in front of his hometown fans.

After beginning his professional career 12-0, Corrales will enter the cage for the second time this year in search of his first win under the direction of Bellator MMA. Since joining the Scott Coker-led promotion, Corrales has fought nothing short of elite talent, challenging current champion Daniel Straus, Emmanuel Sanchez, and Patricio “Pitbull” on short notice. Del suo 12 vittorie in carriera, the 29-year-old featherweight has earned four knockouts and six submissions; including a brutal knockout of Gustavo Limon just 20 secondi in un round. Fighting out of Whittier, Calif., Corrales will share the home floor with his opponent and fellow California native, A.J. McKee, in Anaheim during the main card of "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto 26.

 

A longtime veteran of Bellator MMA, Karakhanyan will look to get back on track after dropping two closely-contested decision losses against Jenkins, who he handily defeated nearly two years ago via guillotine submission. Known to many mixed martial arts fans and pundits as “Insane,” the 31-year-old has finished 18 della sua 24 vince come un professionista, winning titles in multiple regional promotions along the way. A product of Millenia MMA in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., where he trains alongside close friend Saad Awad, the Russian fighter is finally healthy following multiple setbacks to his knee. Karakhanyan now looks to climb the 145-pound ladder, in a stacked division that he once sat atop as the No. 1 contendente.
Just a few years ago, Bubba Jenkins was widely regarded as the top MMA prospect in all of the sport, though the title became tainted following the aforementioned loss to Karakhanyan at “Bellator 132.” The former NCAA National Champion wrestler with Arizona State University now has three consecutive wins under his belt, and is looking for redemption. Heading into his 11th fight under the Bellator MMA banner, the 28-year-old “Highlight Kid” looks to put on a stand-out performance in Bellator’s incredibly deep featherweight division.

 

Aggiornato "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” Main Card:

Bellator MMA Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (23-6) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

Bellator MMA piuma Caratteristica Bout: A.J. McKee (4-0) vs. Henry Corrales (12-3)

Bellator MMA piuma Caratteristica Bout: Bubba Jenkins (11-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (24-6-1)

 

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BENSON HENDERSON-PATRICIO ‘PITBULL’ TO VIE FOR LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE SHOT DURING MAIN EVENT OF ‘BELLATOR 160: HENDERSON VS. PITBULL’

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SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Luglio 20, 2016) - Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3) is actively seeking revenge for his brother Patricky "Pitbull" after Bellator MMA’s new 155-pound kingpin Michael Chandler brutally finished the elder Freire during the co-main event of last month’s "Bellator: Dynamite 2 " evento.

 

Patricio will be given the opportunity to avenge his brother’s loss – but in order to reach Chandler, “Pitbull” must first defeat Benson Henderson(23-6) in caso principale "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto 26 inside Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., and airing LIVE and FREE on SPIKE at 10 p.m. E/9 p.m. CT.

 

The card will be the Scott Coker-led promotions first at the Honda Center, which is home to the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks, AFL’s LA KISS, the Wooden Legacy Basketball Tournament, as well as the Big West Basketball Tournament.

 

Biglietti a partire da $30 per "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” can be purchased on Ticketmaster and Honda Center Box Office starting Venerdì, Luglio 22 with an exclusive Bellator Nation pre-sale on Thursday, Luglio 21.

 

Following Chandler’s knockout of Patricky, “Iron Mike” scaled the Bellator Cage to celebrate with his hometown faithful of St. Louis, but was immediately met by Patricio, who had been cornering his brother. The two exchanged words and now Bellator’s former featherweight titlist has made the decision to move up to lightweight and begin his path towards gold in two divisions.

 

Click image above to watch the altercation

 

In the way stands Henderson, a former UFC and WEC lightweight champion, who after three fights at welterweight now returns to the division where he reigned supreme for nearly two years. In his Bellator MMA debut, despite a size disparity, “Smooth” fought valiantly against 170-pound championAndrey Koreshkov, lasciando cadere una decisione unanime. Now it will be “Pitbull” who’s fighting the larger competitor, and it all comes to a head during the main event of "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto. 26, LIVE and FREE on SPIKE.

 

Additional contests will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

"Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” Main Card:

Bellator MMA Lightweight #1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (25-3) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

 

Chi Bellator MMA:

Bellator MMA è un leader Mixed organizzazione di arti marziali con molti dei migliori combattenti del mondo. Sotto la direzione del veterano promoter lotta Scott Coker, Bellator è disponibile a quasi 500 milioni di case in tutto il mondo in più di 140 paesi. Negli Stati Uniti, Bellator può essere visto su Spike, il leader della televisione MMA. Bellator MMA è composto da un team esecutivo che include i migliori professionisti del settore della produzione televisiva, orchestrazione evento dal vivo, sviluppo combattente / Relazioni, procurement locale, creazione di sponsorizzazione / sviluppo, licensing internazionale, marketing, pubblicità, pubblicità e della Commissione relazioni. Bellator ha sede a Santa Monica, California e di proprietà di gigante dell'intrattenimento Viacom, patria di marchi premier di intrattenimento del mondo, che si collegano con il pubblico attraverso contenuti interessanti attraverso la televisione, film, piattaforme online e mobile.

 

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Spike TV PRESENTA un ko WEEKEND di World Championship sport da combattimento

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Presents Bellator MMA:
Benson Henderson vs.
PATRICIO “PITBULL” FREIRE
Su Venerdì, Agosto 26
Premier Boxing Champions Presents:
Robert Guerrero vs..
DAVID PERALTA
anche Featuring
Alfredo Angulo &
Terrell Gausha
Su Sabato, Agosto 27
Centro Honda di Anaheim, COME. Di ospitare questi Back-To-Back Maggiore
Sport di combattimento Eventi

 

New York, NY, Luglio 16, 2016 – Il più ricco di azione, più duramente colpendo fine settimana di sport questa estate sarà non essere a Rio – ma a Anaheim – come regalo Spike sport due eventi di livello mondiale nelle notti back-to-back. Bellator MMA di Benson Henderson(23-6) e Patrick “Pitbull” Freire (25-3), due dei più emozionanti combattenti di arti marziali miste in tutto il mondo, dare battaglia su Venerdì, Agosto 26 (10:00pm-12:00am ET/PT). L'azione continua il giorno successivo con Robert “The Ghost” Guerriero(33-4-1) assumendo David Emanuel Peralta (25-2-1) su Sabato, Agosto 27 (9:00-11:00pm ET/PT). Entrambi gli eventi saranno emanare da Honda Center di Anaheim, COME.
Benson Henderson ha combattuto e battuto molti dei migliori combattenti del mondo. Il suo impressionante curriculum comprende vittorie su: Frankie Edgar, Donald Cerrone, Gilbert Melendez, Nate Diaz, Jim Miller e di Bellator Josh Thomson. Ma “Liscio” non ha mai affrontato un arrabbiato “Pitbull” in una delle più importanti battaglie della sua vita.
Patrick “Pitbull” Freiere è un ex campione del mondo peso piuma che sta intensificando fino a leggera nella più grande sfida della sua carriera decorato. In una torsione shakespeariano, una vittoria su Henderson lo avrebbe messo in linea per una title shot contro di recente incoronato campione 155-pound Michael Chandler, che ha segnato un ko brutale sopra il fratello di Patricio per fissare la corona della divisione. Ma per vendicare la perdita di suo fratello, deve prima sconfiggere il altamente considerato “Tape.”
Henderson è anche bisogno di una grande vittoria come il suo recente debutto Bellator è stato rovinato dal campione dei pesi welter Andrey Koreshkov. Il russo incisiva ha segnato una vittoria decisione unanime in una rissa cinque round contro Henderson lo scorso aprile alle“Bellator 153: Koreshkov vs. Henderson.”
Robert Guerrero è tra i più grandi nomi della boxe di oggi, aver combattuto nomi tendone di questo sport come Floyd Mayweather. Un ex campione del mondo in diverse classi di peso, egli possiede vittorie firma su Andre Berto e Joel Casamayor. Ma ora Guerrero è in una missione per tornare al top di inizio divisione welter con questo matchup agosto 27. Egli deve sconfiggere lo slugger argentino incisiva David Emanuel Peralta per vedere i suoi sogni di sedere in cima alla divisione ha realizzato ancora una volta.
Il tripleheader dispone anche di all-azione slugger Alfredo Angulo (24-5)assumendo battaglia-testato Freddy Hernandez (33-8)in una battaglia di lottatori messicani. Un favorito del ventilatore nel sud della California, Angulo entra in questa lotta venuta fuori due vittorie eliminazione diretta e lui cercherà di renderlo tre di fila quando entra sul ringAgosto 27. Un veterano di molte entusiasmanti gare 154 libbre, Angulo sta cercando di continuare a fare rumore nella divisione medi contro Hernandez, che ha vinto il suo ultimo titolo tre combattimenti in questa prova di forza.
A completare la notte di scontri televisivi è 2012 U.S. Olimpionico Terrell Gausha(18-0) mettendo il suo record di imbattibilità sulla linea contro il Bronx del Steve Martinez(16-2). Combattimento da Cleveland, Gausha è aumentata la classifica con cinque vittorie 2015 e un arresto settimo round di Orlando Lora nel mese di aprile. Ora si metterà alla prova se stesso contro contro la Martinez pericoloso, che ha registrato ko in 13 della sua 16 vittorie.
I biglietti per il Agosto 27 evento, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB, sono al prezzo di $31, $58, $108 e $203, più le commissioni applicabili, in vendita Mercoledì, Luglio 20. I biglietti sono disponibili tramite ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster punti vendita o chiamando800-745-3000. I biglietti sono disponibili anche presso il Centro Honda Box Office.
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BENSON HENDERSON-PATRICIO ‘PITBULL’ TO VIE FOR LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE SHOT DURING MAIN EVENT OF ‘BELLATOR 160’

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NEWLY ANNOUNCED EVENT TAKES PLACE Agosto 26 AT HONDA CENTER IN ANAHEIM, CALIF.

SANTA MONICA, CALIF (Luglio, 16) - Patricio "Pitbull" (25-3) is actively seeking revenge for his brother Patricky "Pitbull" after Bellator MMA’s new 155-pound kingpin Michael Chandler brutally finished the elder Freire during the co-main event of last month’s "Bellator: Dynamite 2 "evento.

 

Oggi, Bellator MMA is pleased to announce that Patricio will be given the opportunity to avenge his brother’s loss – but in order to reach Chandler, “Pitbull” must first defeat Benson Henderson (23-6) in caso principale "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” su Agosto 26 inside Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., and airing LIVE and FREE on SPIKE.

 

The card will be the Scott Coker-led promotions first at the 18,000 plus Honda Center, which is home to the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks, AFL’s LA KISS, the Wooden Legacy Basketball Tournament, as well as the Big West Basketball Tournament.

 

Biglietti a partire da $30 per "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” can be purchased on Ticketmaster and Honda Center Box Office starting Venerdì, Luglio 22 with an exclusive Bellator Nation pre-sale on Giovedi, Luglio 21.

 

Following Chandler’s knockout of Patricky, “Iron Mike” scaled the Bellator Cage to celebrate with his hometown faithful of St. Louis, but was immediately met by Patricio, who had been cornering his brother. The two exchanged words and now Bellator’s former featherweight titlist has made the decision to move up to lightweight and begin his path towards gold in two divisions.

 

 

In the way stands Henderson, a former UFC and WEC lightweight champion, who after three fights at welterweight now returns to the division where he reigned supreme for nearly two years. In his Bellator MMA debut, despite a size disparity, “Smooth” fought valiantly against 170-pound champion Andrey Koreshkov, lasciando cadere una decisione unanime. Now it will be “Pitbull” who’s fighting the larger competitor, and it all comes to a head during the main event of "Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull”su Agosto. 26, LIVE and FREE on SPIKE.

 

Additional contests will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

"Bellator 160: Henderson vs. Pitbull” Main Card:

Bellator MMA Lightweight No. 1 Contender Main Event: Benson Henderson (25-3) vs. Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3)

 

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KICKBOXING LEGEND DON “THE DRAGON” WILSON JOINS BELLATOR MMA ‘FAN FEST’ AT MARYLAND HEIGHTS’ DAVE & BUSTER’S ON THURSDAY, Giugno 23

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Wilson Joins Bellator MMA Moneyweight Fighter “King Mo” & Lightweight Contender Benson Henderson Join “Stitch” Duran as Well as MMA Legends Randy Couture, Wanderlei Silva at the Bellator MMA Fan Fest Prior toDi venerdì “Bellator: Dinamite 2” Event at Scottrade Center

 

Event is exclusively for Bellator Nation members – Join Bellator Nation now

 

 

CHE COSA: Bellator Fan Fest a Dave & Buster

I fan di tutte le età sono invitati a Dave e Buster a Maryland Heights, MO. to meet and get autographs from some of the top names in all of mixed martial arts. I fan avranno anche la possibilità di vincere biglietti e fantastici premi, così come scattare una fotografia con l'anello ragazze Bellator.

Fan Fest è esclusivamente per soli Bellator Membri Nazione, becoming an official Bellator Nation Member is simple and FREE. Clicca qui to register and RSVP to Fan Fest. Se sei già un membro del Bellator nazione riceverai un invito via email a RSVP.

 

DOVE: Dave & Buster

13857 Riverport Dr..

Maryland Heights, Voi. 63043

 

QUANDO: Giovedi, Giugno 23 a 8 p.m. CT

 

WHO: Widely considered the greatest kickboxing champion of all time, Don “The Dragon” Wilson is the only person to win 11 world kickboxing titles in three separate weight divisions. Lungo la strada, he defeated 11 other world champions, 12 number one contenders, 15 champions on four continents and was the first kung-fu practitioner to become a kickboxing world champion. Con un record professionale di 72 vittorie, 5 losses and 2 draws — 48 coming by way of knockout — “The Dragon” parlayed his success in the ring to multiple high profile roles on the silver screen, notably the legendary “Bloodfist” serie. Generale, Wilson has starred in 29 motion pictures and gained fans all across the globe with his tangible charisma. If you’re not familiar with some of the 5th-degree kickboxing black belt’s combat sports work, look no furtherthan this exciting highlight reel.

 

One of the most recognizable MMA fighters of all time, Hall of Famer Randy Couture transitioned nicely into the entertainment world after his fighting career, starring in several television shows and movies, most notably the Expendables franchise and Dancing with the Stars. Inside the cage, Couture was a fearless underdog, often defeating men with great size advantages. “The Natural” was a multi-time heavyweight and multi-time light heavyweight champion in the UFC.

 

“King Mo” has been a mainstay with Bellator MMA since 2013, fighting everyone both the light heavyweight and heavyweight division has to offer. This will be Lawal’s first appearance at one of Bellator MMA’s “Fan Fest” events, giving fans the opportunity to meet the explosive striker for the first time. After his recent main event bout with Phil Davis, “Mo” now sets his sights on other “Moneyweight” fights to satiate his thirst.

 

Benson Henderson has accomplished a great deal over the course of his 10-year professional career as a mixed martial artist. A former WEC and UFC lightweight titlist, “Smooth” holds black belts in both Taekwondo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and also earned NAIA All-American honors in both 2005 e 2006. Multiple media outlets named Henderson the fighter of the year in 2012, and has been a part of several epic battles that have received “Fight of the Year” accolades: Donald Cerrone (2009), Anthony Pettis (2010), Frankie Edgar (2012), and Brandon Thatch (2015).

 

Having first fought in the sport almost twenty years ago, very few men have a more legendary resume than Wanderlei Silva. “The Axe Murderer” is a Pride and UFC veteran, who brings an intimidating and imposing presence with him every time he steps into the cage. Currently one of the biggest free agents in the sport, Silva may soon return to action in hopes of adding to an already-impressive list of wins that include: Guy Mezger, Dan Henderson, Kazushi Sakuraba, Ricardo Arona, Kazuyuki Fujita, Michael Bisping, Cung Le, Brian Stann and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson twice

 

When watching any combat sports event, it’s odd not to see Jacob “Stitch” Duran as the professional cutman on duty. Recentemente, Bellator MMA was pleased to exclusively secure his services as cutman for the foreseeable future, after “Stitch” signed a multi-year contract with the Scott Coker-led promotion. “Stitch” is seen everywhere combat sports events take place, and played a vital role in the recent smash blockbuster, “Creed.”

 

INFO LOTTA: "Bellator: Dynamite 2 " si svolge su Venerdì, Giugno 24, and airs LIVE and FREE on SPIKE at 8 p.m. E/7 p.m. CT and features a heavyweight main event of "Rampage" Jackson contro Satoshi Ishii. I biglietti partono da soli $30 and are on sale now at Ticketmaster, and the Scottrade Center Box Office.

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ANDREY KORESHKOV RETAINS WELTERWEIGHT CROWN IN EMPHATIC FASHION, DEFEATING BENSON HENDERSON BY UNANIMOUS DECISION

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Complete Fight Photos Here

UNCASVILLE, CONN. (Aprile 22, 2016) — While many will be surprised by the news that Andrey Koreshkov (19-1) sconfitto Benson Henderson (23-6) in caso principale “Bellator 153: Koreshkov vs. Henderson,” the Russian champion made it clear following the bout that he intended to win each and every round inside the cage at the Mohegan Sun Arena il Venerdì notte, and according to the judges scoring the bout at cage side, he did exactly that (50-45, 50-45, 50-45).

Over the course of 25 verbale, Henderson, a longtime lightweight competitor, had difficulty closing the distance of the larger “spartano,” and sustaining damage in the process. “Liscio” was unable to secure takedowns and was upset with his performance, making it clear that he hopes for a quick return to the Bellator MMA cage; se è a 170 or 155-pounds.

“spartano” makes his first successful defense of the title he took from Douglas Lima in this very arena last year, and has his sights set on fighting one of the main contenders that the Scott Coker-led currently promotion has on its welterweight roster. In addition to the victory, Koreshkov also takes home the newly designed Bellator championship belt.

Patricio “Pitbull” Freire’s Showcases Nasty Guillotine in Co-Main Event

Patricio "Pitbull" Freire (25-3) went all-in with a beautiful guillotine choke 4:09 into the second round of his co-main event fight, forcing Henry Corrales (12-3) per battere. Since making his Bellator MMA debut back in April of 2010, “Pitbull” has now collected 13 victories with the promotion, including wins in eight of his last nine bouts. It has been a great week for the “Pitbull” brothers, after older brother PATRICK “Pitbull” came out victorious in the main event of "Bellator 152: Freire vs. Suza” last Saturday in Torino, Italia. The loss is only Corrales’ third of his career, two of which have now come via guillotine choke.

“Cyborg” Santos Spoils Ward’s Hometown Reunion With First Round Win

In his Bellator MMA debut, Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos (21-16) defeated New London’s own Brennan Ward (13-4) with an ankle lock submission just 30 seconds into the opening round. The victory is Santos’ fourth career win in 30 seconds or less and 16th first round finish. The former Strikeforce competitor has now strung together back-to-back wins and has left an impressive first impression for Bellator fans, aside from the ones in attendance at Mohegan Sun Arena. per Ward, the loss puts an end to a promising streak of four consecutive wins, all of which came in his dominant 2015 campagna.

 

Primus Squeaks Past “Toninho Furia” In Catchweight Marathon

Brent Primus (7-0) remained undefeated with a split decision victory over "Toninho Furia" (27-6) su Venerdì taking home scores of (28-29, 29-28, 29-28). Il Portland, Oregon native connected on several heavy blows and two pivotal takedowns leading him to his seventh career win. The three-round thriller was just Primus’ second fight that went past the first round and was left to the judges’ discretion.

“MVP” Makes Quick Work Of Holloway In Explosive Opening Bout

During the opening contest at "Bellator 153: Koreshkov vs. Henderson," Michael "Venom" Pagina (10-0) finito Jeremie Holloway (7-2) with multiple hammerfists and an impressive toe hold submission at 2:15 in the opening round of action. The 28-year-old British phenom, “MVP,” remains undefeated after recording his tenth career win and sixth victory under the Bellator MMA banner. “Venom” now directs his attention to a return home when he meets Fernando Gonzalez on July 16 a "Bellator 158: London.”

Risultati preliminari di carte:

Djamil Chan (12-2) sconfitto Richard Patishnock (6-4) via knockout (punzoni) a 3:09 del primo round

Chris Honeycutt (7-1) sconfitto Matt Secor (7-3) tramite decisione unanime (30-25, 30-27 x2)

Mike Zichelle (8-4) sconfitto Joe Cronin (2-4) via presentazione (choke retro-naked) a 1:25 del primo round

Matt Bessette (18-7) sconfitto Keith Richardson (14-7) via TKO (taglio) a 3:14 del secondo round

Chris Foster (9-4) sconfitto Vovk argilla (3-1) tramite decisione unanime (29-28 3x)

Sam Watford (2-0) sconfitto Dean Hancock (2-1) via presentazione (armbar) a 1:24 del primo round

Tim Caron (4-0) sconfitto Justin Sumter (0-1) via TKO (punzoni) a 3:38 del secondo round

Blair Tugman (8-6) sconfitto Jay Perrin (2-2) via split decision (30-27, 27-30, 29-28)