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Danny Brener Named Vice President of Communications & Public Relations for BELLATOR

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

I-LOS ANGELES – BELLATOR President Scott Coker announced today that Danny Brener has been named Vice President of Communications and Public Relations. Brener, who has been a member of the promotion’s PR team since 2014, will oversee all communications and media relations for BELLATOR effective immediately.

“I first worked with Danny [Brener] in 2008 when he was a young and hungry publicist at BZA working as an account representative for the STRIKEFORCE brand,” BELLATOR President Scott Coker said. “Danny has consistently delivered results for us through the years with his hard work and dedication. This promotion is a testament to both of those things and makes sense as BELLATOR continues to grow and expand.”

During his time as Director of Communications for BELLATOR, Brener has helped promote some of the biggest spectacles in the sport of MMA, with massive events garnering press around the globe. In addition to his work on BELLATOR, Brener also maintained a leading role at BZA PR, where he worked on other key accounts including the NHL, NFL, and The Famous Group.

“I’ve been extremely fortunate to work in the combat sports industry for nearly 17 Eminyakeni, and I’m grateful to Scott Coker for entrusting me with the opportunity to continue my journey in this field,” said Brener. “BELLATOR is home to many of the world’s very best athletes and I’m honored to be able to help share their incredible stories around the world.”

Beginning his MMA PR career printing credentials for UFC in 2004, Brener would go on to work with additional boxing and MMA companies including Goossen Tutor Promotions, Elite XC, and ultimately alongside Coker at STRIKEFORCE.

A second-generation publicist, Brener learned the craft of communications from his father Steve, the longtime PR executive for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He resides in the suburbs of Los Angeles with his wife Lauren and their two dogs, Gronk and Jules.

Brener will work with Senior Public Relations Manager C.J. Tuttle, as well as BZA PR, as they continue in their roles with BELLATOR. Brener can be reached at his new email: Danny.Brener@bellator.com.

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BELLATOR MMA CONFIRMS FULL FIGHT CARD FOR BELLATOR 262 – LIVE ON SHOWTIME FRIDAY, JULY 16 AT 9 P.M. KANYE

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

**UNDEFEATED FLYWEIGHT CHAMPION JULIANA VELASQUEZ AND NO. 3 RANKED DENISE KIELHOLTZ SQUARE OFF FOR 125-POUND STRAP WHILE TOP-10 HEAVYWEIGHTS TYRELL FORTUNE AND MATT MITRIONE MEET IN THE CO-MAIN EVENT**.

**I-LOS ANGELES** – BELLATOR MMA has confirmed the full fight card for *BELLATOR MMA 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz* on **Friday, July 16** at the Mohegan Sun Arena. The event airs LIVE on SHOWTIME at **9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT** and is headlined by undefeated flyweight world champion **Juliana Velasquez** (11-0) versus BELLATOR Kickboxing’s Flyweight World Champion and No. 3 zibalwa **Denise Kielholtz** (6-2) for the promotion’s 125-pound belt.

In addition to the must-see main event, four other exciting main card bouts are confirmed for *BELLATOR 262* on Showtime, including No. 5 zibalwa **Tyrell Fortune** (10-1, 1 NC) taking on former New York Giants football star and No. 7 zibalwa **Mat Mitrione** (13-8, 1 NC) at wesibhakela, a women’s featherweight matchup between No. 2 ranked former title challenger **Arlene Blencowe** (13-8) and Brazil’s **Dayana Silva** (9-6), a men’s heavyweight contest pitting No. 4 zibalwa **Linton Vassell** (20-8, 1 NC)versus BELLATOR newcomer **Marcelo Golm** (8-3), and undefeated No. 5 zibalwa **Johnny Eblen** (8-0) ezibhekene off against **Travis Davis** (10-4) in an explosive middleweight bout to open the main card.

The preliminary card is confirmed for six bouts and features a heavyweight slugfest between knockout artist **Ronny Markes** (19-8) futhi **Said Sowma** (6-2), as well as a featherweight contest pitting undefeated top prospect **Cody Law** (3-0) ngokumelene **Theodore Macuka** (1-0). Ngaphezu kwalokho, South Florida’s **Roman Faraldo** (5-0) welcomes **John Ramirez** (5-5) to the fray in a welterweight clash, while Team Pitbull Brothers-product **Matheus Mattos** (12-2-1) faces off against **Cee Jay Hamilton** (15-8) in a bantamweight battle. Lastly, **Johnny Soto** (4-1) futhi **Adil Benjilany** (5-3, 1 NC) square off in a 145-pound matchup and the undefeated Diana Avsaragova (3-0) liba **Gabriella Gulfin** (2-2) in a flyweight showdown.

All prelims will stream live at **6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT** on the BELLATOR MMA YouTube channel, SHOWTIME Sports YouTube channel and Pluto TV. Full bout listings are below:

SHOWTIME streaming service is offering a 30-day free trial, followed by a discounted monthly subscription fee of $4.99/month for the next six months. Viewers can sign up at SHO.com/BellatorMMA. Subscribers will be delivered two live premier BELLATOR MMA events per month throughout 2021 nangale, anywhere the SHOWTIME service is available.

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***BELLATOR MMA 262:*** *Velasquez vs. Kielholtz* IKhadi Main:
Friday, July 16 – Live on ISIKHATHI SOMBUKISO
9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

*Flyweight World Title Main Event:* C-**Juliana Velasquez** (11-0) vs. #3-**Denise Kielholtz** (6-2)
*Wesibhakela Bout:* #5–**Tyrell Fortune** (10-1, 1 NC) vs. #7-**Mat Mitrione** (13-8, 1 NC)
*Wesibhakela Bout:* #4-**Linton Vassell** (20-8, 1 NC) vs. **Marcelo Golm** (8-3)
*Featherweight Bout:* #2–**Arlene Blencowe** (13-8) vs. **Dayana Silva** (9-6)
*Middleweight Bout:* #5-**Johnny Eblen** (8-0) vs. **Travis Davis** (10-4)

**IKhadi Preliminary:**
**BELLATOR MMA YouTube Channel | SHOWTIME Sports YouTube Channel | Pluto TV**
6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT

*Bantamweight Bout:* **Matheus Mattos** (12-2-1) vs. **Cee Jay Hamilton** (15-8)
*Wesibhakela Bout:* **Ronny Markes** (19-8) vs. **Said Sowma** (6-2)
*Featherweight Bout:* **Cody Law** (3-0) vs. **Theodore Macuka** (1-0)
*Welterweight Bout:* **Roman Faraldo** (5-0) vs. **John Ramirez** (5-5)
*Flyweight Bout:* **Diana Avsaragova** (3-0) vs. **Gabriella Gulfin** (2-2)
*Featherweight Bout:* **Johnny Soto** (4-1) vs. **Adil Benjilany** (5-3, 1 NC)

*Card subject to change.

For more information on upcoming BELLATOR MMA events, Ukuvakashela BELLATOR.com.

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BKFC PRESENTS PAIGE VANZANT VS. RACHAEL OSTOVICH PLUS A 3-BOUT PLATFORM SHOWDOWN!!

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

ULWESIHLANU, JULY 23 AT THE FLORIDA STATE FAIRGROUNDS

IN TAMPA, FL AND LIVE ON FITE!!

Tampa, FL (June 30, 2021)—- Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, (I-BKFC), The World’s Fastest Growing Sport, presents BKFC-19 headlined by The Rematch: Paige VanZant vs. Rachael Ostovich on Friday, July 23 at the Florida State Fairgrounds e Tampa, FL and available on the FITE platform of online, mobile, Smart TV, OTT, Game Controllers and Streaming Devices worldwide. This streaming PPV event is available globally except in the DAC region of Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

“Since their tremendous fight in the UFC two years ago, combat sport fans have long expected a rematch between Paige VanZant and Rachael Ostovich,"Kusho Dave Feldman, President of BKFC. “These two beautiful women have shown how tough and skilled they are and each have wanted the rematch to truly settle the score, once and for all.”

‘We’ve also just added three ‘Platform Showdown’ boxing exhibitions featuring some of the most popular music acts and social media influencers in the world. Ukwengeza, we’ll also have ten additional bare-knuckle fights on the undercard.”

“This is our fourth event in the Tampa area and the BKFC faithful have been incredibly supportive at each of our past events. The Expo Hall at the Florida State Fairgrounds is a tremendous venue for BKFC and our Team can’t wait to return on Friday, July 23 for one of this year’s biggest nights in combat sports.”

In one of combat sports most widely viewed fights in 2019, VanZant defeated Ostovich via arm bar submission on January 19, 2019 at UFC Fight Night in Brooklyn, NY.

In the main event at ‘KnuckleMania’ on February 5, 2021, VanZant made her highly anticipated BKFC debut, competing valiantly in a very hard-fought decision loss to Britain Hart while Ostovich will be making her bare-knuckle debut against VanZant.

Just added to this already amazing event is a ‘Platform Showdown’ featuring three influencer matchups on the main card of BKFC-19 as Tik-Tok, You-Tube and Hip-Hop stars will battle in five-round boxing exhibitions.

Headlining the ‘Platform Showdown’, Hip-Hop superstar Blue Face clashes with rival Tik-Tok star Austin Sprinz. Blue Face is celebrating the release of his viral sensation single,

‘Respect My Cryppin’ featuring Snoop Dogg, the video for which has been viewed over 14M times on Youtube. Trujillo is among the most popular Tik-Tok stars with over 3M followers.

Also featured on the ‘Platform Showdown’, Evil Hero will battle fellow Tik-Tok star Dakota Olave. Ukwengeza, Tik-Tok, You-Tube and social media influencer, DK Moneyy ayokulwa Nick Ireland of the famed Ireland Boys.

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CALEB HALL SET TO RETURN TO ACTION AT NEF 44 IN MILFORD, NH

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

Milford, New Hampshire (June 30, 2021) - New England ayalwa (NEF) returns with its next event, "NEF 44: Back in Black,” on August 21, 2021, at the Hampshire Dome in Milford, New Hampshire. The show will feature both mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and kickboxing fights. Earlier today, NEF announced the addition of a professional lightweight bout to the fight card.Caleb Hall(3-0) Kulindeleke ukuba abhekaneShaun Ray(2-0) at a fight weight of 155 amakhilogremu.

Caleb Hall is riding a six-fight win streak in the NEF cage dating back to his amateur days. He has not lost a fight with the promotion since 2015. Hall is a former NEF Amateur Featherweight Champion. He turned pro in 2018 with a first round submission victory over tough veteran John Ortolani (11-14). Empeleni, all three of Hall’s wins as a professional have come via first round submission.

Hall is a product of Dirigo High School in Dixfield, Maine where he captured two state titles on the wrestling team. In recent years, Hall has taken up residence in Las Vegas, Nevada where he trains at Syndicate MMA.

“I’m excited to make my return to the cage under NEF once again,” said Hall. “I’m looking forward to getting out and testing my skill against my opponent.”

Hall’s opponent, Shaun Ray, is also undefeated as a professional fighter with two wins to his credit. He is a graduate of Easton High School in Easton, Maryland. Ray currently resides in Waterville, Maine.

“This has been a long time dream to be able to fight in the cage,” said Ray. “I’ve been training for this for years off and on. I get to test my skills against a worthy opponent. Thank you for making this possible and much respect to all involved!"

Tickets for “NEF 44: Back in Black” are on sale now atwww.NewEnglandFights.com/Tickets/. The MMA and kickboxing event will take place at the Hampshire Dome in Milford, New Hampshire on Saturday, August 21, 2021, with a bell-time of 7 pm.

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LACEY AND MANLEY HEADED FOR SHOWDOWN AT NEF 44 IN MILFORD, NH

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

Milford, New Hampshire (June 29, 2021) - New England ayalwa (NEF) returns with its next event, "NEF 44: Back in Black,” on August 21, 2021, at the Hampshire Dome in Milford, New Hampshire. The show will feature both mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and kickboxing fights. Earlier today, NEF announced the addition of a professional featherweight bout to the fight card.Aaron “Relentless” Lacey (6-2) ziyohlangana“Super” Shane Manley(5-5) at a fight weight of 145 amakhilogremu.

Aaron Lacey will return to the NEF cage for the first time since September 2018 when he submitted Jon Lemke (7-9) in the main event of “NEF 35” in Bangor, Maine. Lacey has been a longtime member of the NEF roster, debuting with the promotion as an amateur in the fall of 2013. He went on to win the promotion’s amateur featherweight title before turning pro in 2016. Lacey opened his professional career with four straight wins in the NEF cage. He represents Young’s MMA in Bangor.

“It’s been far too long since I have felt the NEF canvas beneath my feet,” exclaimed Lacey. “I’m going to show everyone why this is the fight to watch! I’m super grateful to Matt Peterson and New England Fights for making this happen, fighting during the pandemic at the local level has been next to impossible. One thing that definitely excites me is sharing this card with some awesome teammates! A fun scrap is about to happen!"

Shane Manley is making his return to the NEF cage after nearly a decade’s absence. Manley competed on the NEF 1 and NEF 2 cards, downing Jesse Erickson (10-8) and Ray Wood (8-5) in respective amateur bouts back in early 2012. Manley turned pro in 2013 and has faced some of the country’s toughest competitors, including current UFC fighter Cody Garbrandt (12-4). In 2017, he fought for national promotion Bellator. Manley’s most recent outing saw him hand Jeff Perez (5-2) the first loss of his career on a fight card in Massachusetts. That bout took place in 2019, prior to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Manley currently represents Team Andrello of Liverpool, I-New York.

“I’ve been a part of NEF since the beginning, competing as an amateur on the NEF 1 and NEF 2 cards,” stated Manley when reached for comment. “It feels like the right fit to have me back after such a long layoff since their last show. I’m beyond excited to be a part of NEF’s debut in New Hampshire! I’m ready to come back to the promotion right where I left off… with another win! 3-0."

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TWIN BILL ON TAP FOR NEF 44 IN MILFORD, NH

July 2, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

Uyekele NGOKUSHESHA: Milford, New Hampshire (June 28, 2021) - New England ayalwa (NEF) returns with its next event, "NEF 44: Back in Black,” on August 21, 2021, at the Hampshire Dome in Milford, New Hampshire. The show will feature both mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and kickboxing fights. Earlier today, NEF announced the addition of two amateur bouts to the fight card. Twin brothersEvan & Isaac Piette will make their respective amateur debuts in separate bouts.

The Piette twins are lifelong martial artists, having started their training in the northern portion of the Granite State at the Kaze Dojo when they were just six years old. They have trained at Kaze now for over a decade. The brothers are recent graduates of Littleton High School in Littleton, New Hampshire.

“In the fickle world of martial arts gyms, few people hang around for 11 years and even fewer do it with their identical twin,” noted Kaze Dojo owner and head coach Greg Williams. Evan and Isaac have been in my gym since first grade. From day one they have displayed a work ethic and a passion for martial arts. They are two of the most respectable individuals I know. After prolific high school sports careers, both are as excited to be a part of NEF in New Hampshire as I am to coach them.”

Evan Piette will step into the cage at “NEF 44” oppositeLucas Donald who will also be making his amateur debut that night. The fight will take place within the 155-pound lightweight division.

“I am excited for the opportunity to proudly represent northern New Hampshire,” said Evan Piette. “I have been doing martial arts since I was six and it has become a part of who I am. My twin brother Isaac and Greg have been my partner and sensei since I first walked in. I’m ready to show what years of hard work can do on August 21st. Go Kaze!"

Like his twin brother, Isaac Piette will debut in the amateur lightweight division on August 21 in Milford.

“Evan and I have been making memories together since birth,” said Isaac. “At the age of six, we made our first appearance at Kaze Dojo. After countless blood sweat and tears, Evan and I are grateful to represent not only our home dojo but also New Hampshire’s North Country on August 21st. The three of us are ready to make one final memory before we part ways in the fall.”

Looking to play the role of spoiler on August 21^st is Isaac’s opponent, and fellow amateur debut, Kaleb Kenney. Nicknamed “The Outlaw,” Kenney represents Team Nitemare based in Maine.

“Fighting in a cage has been a dream of mine for a long time,” stated Kenney. “I’ve been training hard for this and can’t wait to showcase my skills. I’m super pumped that my debut will be on a NEF card close enough that people from home get a chance to come see all the hard work pay off.”

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Gegard Mousasi Set to Defend BELLATOR MMA Middleweight World Championship Against John Salter on Friday, August 13

June 26, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

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Description automatically generated — **LOS ANGELES –** The BELLATOR MMA Middleweight World Championship will be up for grabs on Friday, August 13 at Mohegan Sun Arena when current 185-pound titlist **Gegard Mousasi** (47-7-2) defends his belt against No. 1-zibalwa **John Salter** (18-4).

The main card of BELLATOR 263: Mousasi vs. Salter airs live on SHOWTIME at **9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT**, while the preliminary portion of the event will stream live at **6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT** on the BELLATOR MMA YouTube channel, SHOWTIME Sports YouTube channel and Pluto TV. Additional contests for the event will be announced shortly.

Tickets for the event go on sale next Thursday, July 1 at BELLATOR.com and Ticketmaster.com with a pre-sale taking place on Wednesday, June 30.

Fighting out of Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands, Mousasi has cemented legendary status within the sport, having won titles with multiple promotions across a 56-fight career. Iningi muva, Mousasi defeated former BELLATOR Welterweight Champion Douglas Lima, clearing his path to a shot at a second middleweight title run. With victories in his storied career against Lyoto Machida, Rory MacDonald, Chris Weidman, Vitor Belfort, Jacare Souza, Dan Henderson and Mark Hunt, the Dutch MMA legend now faces a stiff challenge from John Salter.

North Carolina’s Salter enters his title shot on August 13 riding a three-fight winning streak with victories over Chidi Njokuani, Andrew Kapel and Mousasi’s teammate Costello van Steenis. The 36-year-old boasts a suffocating grappling and wrestling repertoire, ending six of his eight BELLATOR victories via submission. The bout will be Salter’s tenth with the promotion and his first opportunity to capture BELLATOR gold.

***BELLATOR MMA 2****63: Mousasi vs. Salter* IKhadi Main:
Friday, August 13 – Live on ISIKHATHI SOMBUKISO
9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

*Middleweight World Title Main Event:* C-**Gegard Mousasi** (47-7-2) vs. #1-**John Salter** (18-4)

*Card subject to change.

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Fedor Emelianenko Returns Home to Moscow’s VTB Arena on Oct. 23 to Main Event BELLATOR: Moscow

June 26, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

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Description automatically generated — **WATCH TODAY’S BELLATOR: MOSCOW ANNOUNCEMENT HERE**

**PHOTOS FROM TODAY’S ANNOUNCEMENT HERE – PHOTO CREDIT: WILL FOX**

**I-LOS ANGELES** – It is with great pride that BELLATOR MMA announces that on Saturday, Oct. 23, the promotion will hold its first-ever event in Moscow, Russia, at the VTB Arena and that the historic card will be headlined by the greatest heavyweight mixed martial artist of all-time, **Fedor “The Last Emperor” Emelianenko** (39-6, 1 NC).

Emelianenko’s opponent, along with additional matchups, and SHOWTIME telecast details will be announced in the coming weeks.

“I have had the pleasure of working alongside Fedor for 12 years and nine of his fights during his time with BELLATOR and STRIKEFORCE,” said BELLATOR President Scott Coker. “It’s an honor to bring him home to compete in front of his fans who have followed his entire career. In addition to Fedor, we will showcase BELLATOR’s deep roster of Russian talent and put together a historic card for our first trip to Russia on Oct. 23."

Tickets for Fedor’s highly anticipated return home are on sale now and can be purchased at Kassir.ru.

Widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight in mixed martial arts history, **Fedor Emelianenko** returns to the BELLATOR cage for the first time since his dominant first-round TKO victory over **Quinton "Rampage" Jackson** in 2019. With an illustrious career that has seen him earn 30 stoppages in his 39 victories over legendary opposition, the former PRIDE FC Heavyweight World Champion will be fighting in his home country of Russia for the first time in five years. A four-time combat sambo world champion, “The Last Emperor” put together an insane eight-year unbeaten streak on his way to becoming an international MMA icon. Emelianenko has established Team Fedor, which features several top Russian fighters including BELLATOR’s Light Heavyweight World Champion Vadim Nemkov and Valentin Moldavsky, who is fighting for the interim heavyweight title tonight. Already proving to be a formidable head coach, with his last three victories coming by way of first-round finish, Fedor is looking to add another exciting chapter to his storied fighting career on October 23.

BELLATOR returns to action later this evening as Team Fedor’s **Valentin Moldavsky** (10-1) vies for the Interim Heavyweight Championship against No. 1 zibalwa **Tim Johnson** (15-6) at *BELLATOR 261: Johnson vs. Moldavsky.* Tonight’s event will air live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT in America and live on OKKO Sport in Russia.

**Kubuyekeziwe *BELLATOR: Moscow* Card:**

*Heavyweight Main Event:* **Fedor Emelianenko** (39-6, 1 NC) vs. TBA

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*Card subject to change.

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CARLTON CHARLES RETURNING TO THE MMA CAGE AT NEF 44 IN MILFORD, NH

June 26, 2021 FNU47 Shiya amazwana

Uyekele NGOKUSHESHA: Milford, New Hampshire (June 25, 2021) - New England ayalwa (NEF) returns with its next event, "NEF 44: Back in Black,” on August 21, 2021, at the Hampshire Dome in Milford, New Hampshire. The show will feature both mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and kickboxing fights. Earlier today, NEF announced the addition of an amateur middleweight fight to the card.Carlton Charles(3-2) ziyohlanganaJosh Banks (0-0) at a fight weight of 185 amakhilogremu.

Carlton Charles, now representing Recon Fitness based in Westbrook, Maine, was a standout athlete on the football field. He played for Windham High School in Windham, Maine and later coached the team to a state championship as an assistant in 2009. Charles went on to play for the Division 1 University of Maine Black Bears.

He made his MMA debut in the summer of 2017 at “NEF 30” with a blistering knockout of Josh Jones (2-4) nje 23 seconds into the first round. Charles would follow up that performance with a 12 second knockout of Delmarkis Edwards in early 2018 at “NEF 32.”

After making an unsuccessful challenge for the NEF Amateur Welterweight Title against Duncan Smith (5-3) at “NEF 34,” Charles picked up a victory in his last fight on a card in the Granite State in the spring of 2019. The fight against Banks will mark Charles’ return to cage action after a 28-month absence.

“Man, I’m just excited to get back in there and with NEF making its first appearance in NH, there’s no better time,” said Charles. “It’s been awhile since anyone has been able to get the opportunity to compete, so I feel blessed with this chance. Kwami, it’s been over two years now due to an injury in 2019 and then the pandemic shutting other opportunities down. Angazi kakhulu mayelana esitheni sami, other than he comes from a great gym that will have him ready to compete. I’m thankful to my coaches and his team for this opportunity. As usual, I am coming to put on a show and I know my opponent will be game. I wish him a healthy camp so we can both be at full strength for ourselves, families, and of course the fans!”

Josh Banks will be making his debut at “NEF 44.” Banks represents the Regiment Training Center based in Fall River, Massachusetts where he trains alongside UFC veteran and former NEF Professional Cruiserweight Champion Yorgan De Castro (6-3).

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Complete Weigh-In Results & Photos for Tomorrow’s BELLATOR 261: Johnson vs. Moldavsky Event – Ngayo Showtime

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Danny Brener Named Vice President of Communications & Public Relations for BELLATOR

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CALEB HALL SET TO RETURN TO ACTION AT NEF 44 IN MILFORD, NH

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