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Bellator campeón mediano RAFAEL LOVATO JR. Renuncia a título debido a continuo MÉDICA TEMAS

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LOS ANGELES - Después de las complicaciones médicas que fueron revelados públicamente por Rafael Lovato Jr.. (10-0) el mes pasado, el campeón de peso mediano de Bellator ha decidido renunciar a su título mundial de 185 lb. La invicta Lovato Jr.. derrotado ex campeón Gegard Mousasi para ganar el título en Bellator 223 en Londres de junio 22, 2019.



“Mi viaje con mi equipo y la familia para convertirse en el campeón mundial mediano de Bellator era increíble y algo que se aman para siempre,”Dijo Lovato Jr.. “Soñé con tener un largo reinado como campeón, pero a veces la vida tiene otro plan. Bellator ha sido un gran apoyo durante este proceso difícil, una situación que en realidad nunca ha ocurrido antes en nuestro deporte. Sé que la división debe seguir adelante mientras estoy en el banquillo y les deseo a todos grandes peleas en su camino hacia el cinturón. Voy a trabajar para volver si es posible - y si no se, la vida seguirá siendo increíble para mí y espero con interés trabajar con Bellator de otra manera “.



“Este ha sido un momento muy difícil para Lovato Jr., su equipo y su familia en el hogar,", Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “Él es un verdadero guerrero del deporte y no puedo decir lo suficiente sobre él para tomar una decisión tan difícil. Su estado de salud es la prioridad para nosotros y vamos a seguir trabajando con él en hacer frente a los próximos pasos en su carrera “.



Bellator dará a conocer los planes para el título vacante de peso mediano en los próximos días.



Por favor, visite Bellator.com para más información.
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Bellator FIRMA CRIS Cyborg A mayor contrato de las MUJERES de MMA HISTORIA

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LOS ANGELES - Bellator is proud to announce the signing of Cristiane “Cyborg” Justino (21-2, 1 NC) to the organization. The deal – the largest of its kind in women’s MMA history – exclusively secures “Cyborg’s” talents with a multi-year, contrato de múltiples peleas.

“Cyborg” joins current champJulia Budd, Olga Rubin, Arlene Blencowe, janay Harding yLeslie Smithentre otros, cementing Bellator’s 145-pound weight class as the strongest women’s featherweight division in MMA.

“Cyborg” joins Bellator following a three-year run in UFC, multiple world titles and a 20-fight unbeaten streak that includes notable victories against Holly Holm, Tonya Evinger, Marloes Coenen and Leslie Smith. Notably, the 34-year-old Curitiba, Brazil-native was the inaugural Strikeforce Women’s Featherweight Champion, defeating Gina Carano for the title in 2009.

“I have worked with countless athletes over my thirty-plus years of promoting combat sports, but there is no one quite like ‘Cyborg’,”Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “Her ability to excite the crowd from the moment she makes her walk to the cage is special, and having had the pleasure of promoting several of her fights in the past, I am looking forward to the opportunity of promoting her once again. ‘Cyborg’ is the most dominant female fighter in the history of the sport and she will be a perfect fit here at Bellator, where champion Julia Budd and the other women that make up best female featherweight division in the world have eagerly awaited her arrival.”

Por favor, visiteBellator.com para más información.

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BELLATOR AND USO TEAM UP TO SALUTE THE TROOPS WITH SPECIAL LIVE EVENT IN HAWAII ON DECEMBER 14

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Brent Primus Defends Lightweight Title Against Michael Chandler in Long-Awaited Main Event Rematch to Kick Off Honolulu Doubleheader

 

LOS ANGELES – En honor a los valientes hombres y mujeres de la U.S. Fuerzas Armadas, Bellator MMA has partnered with the USO to present a special live event free for the troops, junto con sus amigos y familias, en diciembre 14.

 

 

“Having worked with the Army Combatives Program to evaluate and update their combat readiness, I have long respected the military and their courage,” said Royce Gracie, MMA Legend and Bellator Ambassador. “When I found out we were doing an event in Hawaii, knowing the large military population there, I knew we had to show our support and appreciation through MMA.”

 

 

 

Bellator President Scott Coker is proud of this new relationship with USO and is eager to show his support to the brave service men and women.

 

 

 

“The USO is a historic military support organization – not just in entertainment but in connecting them back to the things they love and fight for,"Dijo Coker. “It made perfect sense for Bellator to establish a relationship with the USO and provide a unique opportunity to Hawaii’s military population. We appreciate their service to the nation, and we hope this is just the first of many opportunities for us to work together.”

 

 

 

Emanating from the Neal S. Blaisdell Arena en Honolulu, this unique show will be headlined by a title fight featuring current lightweight champ Brett Primus (8-0) against two-time former titlist Michael Chandler (18-4), while heavyweight icon Frank Mir (18-12) se reúne Javy Ayala (10-7) en un choque de peso pesado.

Bellator and USO Present: Saludar a las tropas saldrá al aire en Paramount Network el viernes, Diciembre 14 en 10 p.m. Y / 9 p.m. CT and will be simulcast on CMT. The event will also stream LIVE on DAZN, mientras que los combates preliminares corriente en Bellator.com y en el mundo en el Bellator Mobile App. peleas adicionales serán anunciados en las próximas semanas.

 

 

 

Reigning champ Brent Primus puts both his title and undefeated streak on the line in a highly anticipated rematch for the Bellator lightweight title. After upsetting Chandler last year, the Eugene, Ore.-native has since battled injuries that have delayed his return to the cage. Ahora, he looks to silence the critics and prove that he is the rightful and deserving 155-pound champion. One of the most-decorated fighters in Bellator history, Michael Chandler has plans to reclaim the championship and become a three-time titleholder. “Iron” has defeated a who’s who among the division’s elite, Incluyendo Benson

Henderson, Patricky Pitbull (x2), Yamauchi arriba and Eddie Alvarez. The former University of Missouri wrestler, who now calls Nashville home, has earned his way back to No. 1-contender status with his sights set on leaving Hawaii with the belt.

 

 

 

Former UFC heavyweight champ Frank Mir returns to the Bellator cage following his exciting back-and-forth battle with Fedor Emelianenko last spring. With career wins over Roy Nelson, Antonio “Big Nog” Nogueira (x2), Brock Lesnar and Mirko Cro Cop, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt looks for another impressive victory to add to his illustrious career. After shocking the world when he KO’d Sergei Kharitonov, Javy Ayala become an overnight sensation to MMA fans. Known to fans as “Eye Candy,” the heavyweight has also impressively defeated Eric Prindle and Raphael Butler. Fighting out of Porterville, Calif., Ayala returns hoping to yet again shock the world and defeat one of the greatest heavyweights in MMA history.

 

 

 

Esta noche inolvidable será parte de un fin de semana histórico que culmina con la previamente anunciada Bellator Hawaii en sábado, Diciembre 15, airing exclusively on DAZN. This highly-anticipated fight card includes Bellator women’s flyweight champ Ilima-Lei Macfarlane la defensa de su título contra Valesrie Létourneau, Lyoto Machida making his Bellator debut against former champ Rafael Carvalho, Neiman Gracie teniendo en Y Ruth in an opening round matchup in the Bellator Welterweight World Grand Prix and much more.

 

 

Bellator y la USO también se asociarán para una semana de eventos especiales en Hawai que conduce al gran fin de semana de peleas emocionantes de diciembre 14 y 15. More details to come soon.

 

Actualizado Bellator and USO Present: Saludar a las tropas lucha tarjeta:

Evento principal del título mundial de peso ligero: Brent Primus (8-0) vs. Michael Chandler (18-4)

Peso pesado principal pelea de la cartelera: Frank Mir (18-12) vs. Javy Ayala (10-7)

 

*Tarjeta sujetos a cambios

 

 

 

Por favor, visite Bellator.com y USO.org para más información.

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BELLATOR 206: Mousasi vs. RESULTADOS MACDONALD & FOTOS

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Bellator 206: Mousasi vs. MacDonald Tarjeta principal Resultados:

Gegard Mousasi (44-6-2) derrotado Rory MacDonald (20-5) por TKO (golpes) en 3:23 de la segunda ronda

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (38-13) derrotado Wanderlei Silva (35-14) por TKO (golpes) en 4:32 de la segunda ronda

Douglas Lima (30-7) derrotado Andrey Koreshkov (21-3) a través de la propuesta técnica (estrangulamiento por la espalda) en 3:04 de la quinta ronda

Aaron Pico (4-1) derrotado Leandro Higo (18-5) por KO (golpes) en 3:19 de la primera ronda

Keri Taylor-Melendez (3-0) derrotado Dakota Zimmerman (0-1) por decisión dividida (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Gastón Bolaños (4-1) derrotado Ysidro Gutierrez (4-3) por nocaut (golpes) en 1:37 de la segunda ronda

 

Tarjeta Preliminar Resultados:

Adam Piccolot (11-2) derrotado James Terry (20-10) por decisión unánime (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

Jeremías Monaghan (12-6) derrotado Justin Smitley (10-8-1) por TKO (golpes) en 3:28 de la primera ronda

Arlene Blencowe (11-7) derrotado ámbar Leibrock (3-2) por TKO (golpe, golpes) en 1:23 de la tercera ronda

Josh San Diego (8-4) derrotado Joe Neal (6-4) por decisión dividida (29-28, 27-30, 29-28)

Chuck Campbell (1-0) derrotado José Ramírez (1-2) por decisión unánime (30-27 x3)

Anthony Figueroa Jr. (1-0) derrotado Samuel Romero (0-2) por decisión unánime (29-27, 28-26, 29-26)

Cass Campana (2-0) derrotado Ty Costa (3-4) por sumisión verbal (armbar) 3:06 de la segunda ronda

Isaías González (2-0) vs. Khai Wu (2-1)

Jacob Ycaro (1-0) vs. Ignacio Ortiz (1-0)

Laird Anderson (0-0) vs. Ahmed Abdelaziz (0-0)

 

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BELLATOR 206: Mousasi vs. MACDONALD WEIGH-IN RESULTS & FOTOS

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EVENT AIRS EXCLUSIVELY ON DAZN TOMORROW AT 9 P.M. Y / 6 P.M. PT

 

FOTOS PESAJE EN | WEIGH-IN VIDEO HERE

Completar Bellator 206 Pesar-en los resultados:

Evento principal del título mundial de peso medio: Gegard Mousasi (184.4) vs. Rory MacDonald (184.9)

Co-peso pesado del Evento Principal: Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (254.4) vs. Wanderlei Silva (226.9)

Welterweight World Grand Prix First Round Bout: Douglas Lima (170) vs. Andrey Koreshkov (169.3)

Peso pluma principal pelea de la cartelera: Aaron Pico (145.7) vs. Leandro Higo (145.1)

Women’s Strawweight Main Card Bout: Keri Taylor-Melendez (116) vs. Dakota Zimmerman (115.6)

Peso pluma principal pelea de la cartelera: Gastón Bolaños (145.2) vs. Ysidro Gutierrez (145.3)

 

Tarjeta Preliminar:

160-Libra de peso acordado preliminar Bout: Adam Piccolot (159.1) vs. James Terry (160)

Peso pluma preliminar Bout: Jeremías Monaghan (144.9) vs. Justin Smitley (144.2)

Combate preliminar de peso pluma femenino: ámbar Leibrock (145.4) vs. Arlene Blencowe (145.3)

Peso pluma preliminar Bout: Josh San Diego (139.2) vs. Joe Neal (139.9)

De peso gallo preliminar Bout: Cass Campana (136) vs. Ty Costa (136)

De peso gallo preliminar Bout: Isaías González (135.8) vs. Khai Wu (136)

Peso pluma preliminar Bout: Jacob Ycaro (145.3) vs. Ignacio Ortiz (144.9)

Peso pluma preliminar Bout: Laird Anderson (145.8) vs. Ahmed Abdelaziz (147.3)*

Peso semipesado preliminar Bout: Chuck Campbell (205.6) vs. José Ramírez (202.4)

Ligera pelea preliminar: Anthony Figueroa Jr. (156) vs. Samuel Romero (156)

 

*Peso perdido

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BELLATOR & DAZN SIGN NINE-FIGURE, MULTI-YEAR DISTRIBUTION DEAL

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LIVE SPORTS STREAMING PLATFORM TO DELIVER SEVEN EXCLUSIVE STAR-STUDDED BELLATOR MMA EVENTS PER YEAR

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CHAMPION VS. CHAMPION – GEGARD MOUSASI-RORY MACDONALD MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE FIGHT, PLUS ‘RAMPAGE’ JACKSON-WANDERLEI SILVA IV HIGHLIGHT FIRST EVENT EN Septiembre. 29 FROM SAP CENTER AT SAN JOSE

 

LOS ANGELES – Bellator, a leading global combat sports franchise owned by Viacom, home to the world’s premier entertainment brands, and DAZN, the world’s largest dedicated live sports streaming service and part of Perform Group, today announced a multi-year landmark distribution agreement.

 

 

 

The nine-figure deal will feature seven exclusive stacked fight cards per year on DAZN and another 15 that are simulcast across Paramount Network and DAZN. All fights will stream in any country where DAZN is available. As part of the platform’s global expansion, DAZN will launch in the U.S. and Italy in 2018, with the service already live in Canada, Alemania, Austria, Switzerland and Japan.

 

 

 

“The exciting new partnership with DAZN is a game-changer for Bellator,", Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “The investment will enable us to continue expanding our roster with free agents that make sense, so we can put on PPV-worthy fight cards that fans want to see. Más, on DAZN’s worldwide platform, our fights will be seen live for the first time to new audiences around the globe.”

 

 

 

“It’s simple; fans want to see great fighters in competitive fights so we’ve handed the keys to Scott Coker and his venerable team to go out and recruit even more top-level talent to further stack Bellator fight cards and build on their success,” said DAZN CEO James Rushton. “With the combination of this investment and our recent announcement to bring more than 30 nights of boxing to the platform annually, DAZN will be a must-have for fight fans in the U.S.”

 

 

 

“The DAZN partnership speaks to the incredible growth of Bellator into a global sports powerhouse and high-valued franchise in the Viacom portfolio,” said Kevin Kay, Presidente, Paramount Network, TV Land and CMT.

 

 

 

The deal begins with an epic event on Sábado, Siete. 29 from SAP Center at San Jose. The card features a highly anticipated middleweight title fight pitting Gegard Mousasi (44-6-2) contra Rory MacDonald (20-4), who is moving up a weight class for a title shot against the 185-pound champ, along with the fourth fight in the legendary rivalry between Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (37-13) y Wanderlei Silva(35-13).

 

 

 

Also included on Siete. 29, will be the opening fight of Bellator’s first-ever Welterweight World Grand Prix, which will feature eight of the best welterweight fighters on the planet. The Bellator Welterweight World Grand Prix will be a major component of the first year of the multi-year agreement between Bellator and DAZN.

 

 

 

An exclusive online presale for this event takes place tomorrow, Junio 27 a jueves, Junio 28, with tickets going on sale to the general public on Viernes, Junio 29 en 10 a.m. PT. Los boletos comienzan en sólo $30 and will be available at the ThreatMetrix Ticket Office at SAP Center at San Jose, así como Bellator.com and Ticketmaster.

 

 

 

The event will air live on DAZN at 10 p.m. Y/7 p.m. PT. peleas adicionales serán anunciados en las próximas semanas. DAZN, which now streams 15,000 live events and 100 million hours of sports content globally each year, will be available in the U.S. this September with exact pricing and dates being announced this summer.

 

Mousasi vs. MacDonald:

 

 

 

Gegard Mousasi impressed in his promotional debut over former Bellator middleweight champion Alexander Shlemenko, a win that earned him a shot at Rafael Carvalho, where 185-pound gold was on the line. Ahora, after a decisive victory against Carvalho at Bellator 200, Mousasi will defend his crown against Rory MacDonald, entering the bout with his current unbeaten streak at seven fights. “The Dreamcatcher,” who trains out of The Netherlands, holds one of the most impressive resumes in all of the sport, at one time winning the STRIKEFORCE light heavyweight title, as well as the DREAM light heavyweight and middleweight titles.

 

 

 

Over the last several years, “The Red King” Rory MacDonald has become the most popular Canadian mixed martial artist due to his classic stand-up wars and wins over some of MMA’s best in Paul Daley, Nate Diaz, Tyron Woodley, B.J. Penn and Demian Maia. Bellator’s welterweight champion joined the Viacom-owned promotion in 2016 and went on to defeat Douglas Lima for the welterweight title at Bellator 192. Ahora, the Tristar Gym-trained fighter sets his sights on winning gold in not one, but two separate weight classes.

 

“Rampage” vs. Silva:

 

 

A six-fight veteran of Bellator, legendaria carrera “Rampage” Jackson le ha llevado a competir contra algunos de los nombres más importantes en el deporte, la generación de un ejército leal de seguidores a lo largo del camino. El ex campeón de PRIDE y UFC es el orgulloso propietario de muchas cierra de golpe y golpes de gracia Highlight Reel épicas que ha acumulado a lo largo de sus épicas batallas con los gustos de Chuck Liddell, Dan Henderson, “King Mo,” Kevin Randleman and, tal vez lo más notable,, his trilogy with fellow Bellator athlete Wanderlei Silva, who he now meets at heavyweight on Siete. 29.

 

 

Wanderlei Silva’s wars with “Rampage,” Tito Ortiz, Mirko Cro Cop, Vitor Belfort, Dan Henderson, Kazushi Sakuraba, Chuck Liddell and Michael Bisping remain some of the more memorable bouts in MMA history. “The Axe Murderer” is far from ready to close the book on his illustrious career, returning to action against a man he has already competed against three times before. In addition to the PRIDE middleweight title, Silva’s trophy case includes awards for “Fight of the Year” (2003, 2004, 2007), KO del Año (2008) and multiple “Fight of the Night” awards. Más recientemente, the Brazilian native made his Bellator debut against Chael Sonnen in the main event of Bellator: Nueva York.

 

Updated Bellator Fight Card:

De peso medio título mundial de combate: Gegard Mousasi (44-6-2) vs. Rory MacDonald (20-4)

Característica de peso pesado Bout: Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (37-13) vs. Wanderlei Silva (35-13)

Welterweight World Grand Prix First Round Bout

 

 

*Tarjeta sujetos a cambios.

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‘BIG’ JOHN MCCARTHY TO JOIN BELLATOR BROADCAST TEAM

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WILL MAKE COLOR COMMENTARY DEBUT AT BELLATOR 192 EN ENE. 20 - VIVO EN Paramount Network

ADEMÁS, CHAEL SONNEN SIGNS EXTENSION TO REMAIN IN BROADCAST BOOTH

LOS ANGELES – Bellator is pleased to announce that it has come to an agreement with John McCarthy to serve as color commentator during broadcasts on the soon-to-launch Paramount Network, which kicks off with Bellator 192 en Sábado, Enero 20.

 

“With the addition of ‘Big’ John to our broadcast team, we have put together the premier group of MMA commentators ahead of our Jan. 20 debut on the Paramount Network,”Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “With John and Chael providing analysis, you’re getting two people who have spent more time in the cage than they have spent with a headset on, and that will translate to a positive viewing experience for Bellator fans.”

 

Sobre el pasado 20 año, “Big” John McCarthy has set the bar when it comes to officiating in MMA, a sport where he has overseen countless fights promoted by Bellator and other promotions all over the world, serving as the referee for some of the biggest bouts in the history of the sport. A former Los Angeles Police Officer, and a Self-Defense Instructor at the Los Angeles Police Academy, McCarthy is also the founder of “C.O.M.M.A.N.D.,” a program that trains and certifies hopeful MMA referees and judges. McCarthy’s regulatory work is equally as impressive, as he was a key figure in the writing of the sport’s Unified Rules, which are recognized by the ABC and athletic commissions all across North America.

 

Along with his broadcasting duties, the man behind the catchphrase “Let’s get it on!” will also provide a unique level of first-hand insight to the plethora of original content produced by Bellator’s digital team.

 

“I first want to say how grateful I am for the opportunity I have been given to work with the incredible team Bellator has assembled. It is always so hard to leave something you love, but I have always wanted to step away based on my terms rather than someone else’s. My goals are to work as hard as I can to meet the expectations everyone will have for me and to hopefully someday exceed them.” McCarthy said. “I cannot think of anyone I would rather be working with than Scott Coker. Scott has always been a person I admire because of his honesty, loyalty and love for the martial arts. I want to thank everyone from Bellator and Viacom for the trust you are bestowing upon me to keep the commentating of Bellator MMA at the highest levels of the sport.”

 

Adicionalmente, Chael Sonnen has signed an extension to remain a part of select Bellator broadcasts, breaking down all the action alongside Bellator announcers Mike Goldberg y Mauro Ranallo.

 

Chael Sonnen spent a majority of his 44-fight career with the UFC and WEC, a run that saw him defeat former middleweight champion Michael Bisping, and compete against the likes of Jon Jones, Anderson Silva (dos veces), Rashad Evans, Rua "Shogun", Demian Maia and Brian Stann. In addition to his in-ring action, the West Linn, Ore. native has mastered the art of being in front of the camera, having done broadcast work for both ESPN and Fox Sports. Following a three-year hiatus from active MMA competition, Sonnen returned to the cage against Tito Ortiz en Bellator 170 in January and then went on to defeat Wanderlei Silva during the main event of Bellator: Nueva York.

 

Bellator and the soon-to-launch Paramount Network open 2018 with a bang when Bellator 192: Lima vs. MacDonald emanates from The Forum in California on Jan. 20. Anchored by a welterweight world title fight featuring Douglas Lima defending his championship against Rory MacDonald, the blockbuster event also will see the aforementioned Chael Sonnen compete against “Rampage” Jackson in the opening contest of 2018’s Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix.

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BELLATOR MMA SIGNS TOP-RANKED MIDDLEWEIGHT GEGARD MOUSASI TO EXCLUSIVE MULTI-FIGHT CONTRACT

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PROMOTIONAL DEBUT TO BE ANNOUNCED IN COMING DAYS

LOS ANGELES — Bellator MMA is proud to announce the signing of perennial top contender Gegard Mousasi a un exclusivo, contrato de múltiples peleas.

 

Long-considered to be one of the elite two-division threats in MMA, Mousasi joins Bellator currently riding a five-fight win streak that includes recent knockout victories over two former world champions in Chris Weidman and Vitor Belfort. Prior to his UFC tenure, Mousasi captured the STRIKEFORCE light heavyweight title, as well as the DREAM light heavyweight and middleweight titles in Japan. The signing sees Mousasi rejoin Bellator President Scott Coker, following his successful run with STRIKEFORCE from 2009-2013.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Gegard to the growing Bellator family,", Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “He’s one of the most well-rounded fighters in all of MMA and can compete in multiple divisions, so that really opens up some exciting matchmaking opportunities for us and for the fans. We’re looking forward to having him compete on Spike very soon.”

“I am looking forward to fighting in Bellator,” added Mousasi. “I have a long-standing relationship with Scott Coker that goes back many years. Be ready, I am coming after the Bellator middleweight championship.”

The Iranian-born Mousasi, who currently trains out of The Netherlands, has amassed an overall career record of 42-6-2 and has earned victories over some of the sports’ biggest names, including Dan Henderson, “Jacare” Souza, mark Hunt, Ovince Saint-Preux, Melvin Manhoef, Hector Lombard and “Babalu” Sobral. The addition of Mousasi adds depth to an ever-growing Bellator roster, which has recently seen free agents Rory MacDonald, Lorenz Larkin, Michael McDonald and current Bellator light heavyweight champ Ryan Bader join the Viacom-owned promotion.

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BELLATOR WOMEN’S FLYWEIGHT CHAMP TO BE CROWNED IN 2017

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LOS ANGELES – Bellator is pleased to announce the signings of Valérie Létourneau (8-6), Alejandra Lara (6-1), Sabriye Şengül(Debut), Kristi lopez (2-0), Na Liang (6-0) y Juliana Velasquez (5-0) to multi-fight contracts that will see them compete in Bellator’s emerging 125-pound division. Además, Bellator will look to crown its next women’s flyweight world champion this year.

“2017 has been a big year for us in terms of bringing in marquee free agents that can have an immediate impact on their division,", Dijo el presidente de Bellator, Scott Coker. “This group of flyweight signings demonstrates that we’re committed to that throughout our roster, as we’re adding even more depth to an already-competitive weight class. We’re adding a proven title contender, along with a group of prospects from all around the globe, and we look forward to putting on great fights and displaying the talent this division has to offer.”

These news stars join a division that already includes talented fighters, como Keri Taylor-Melendez (1-0), Ilima-Lei Macfarlane (6-0),Anastasia Yankova (5-0), Emily Ducote (5-2), Colleen Schneider (11-7) y Lena Ovchynnikova (12-4, 1 NC).

El Létourneau nacido en Canadá, un ex retador al título de peso paja de UFC, lleva un impresionante historial de peleas emocionantes, highlighted by a world title contest against undefeated UFC champion Joanna Jędrzejczyk. Ahora, moving up to a more natural weight class, the 33-year-old American Top Team product will make her debut for Bellator in 2017. She will look to improve upon her eight victories as a professional, un recuento que incluye cinco acabados, con cuatro llegando por nocaut.

Hailing from Medellin, Colombia, Alejandra Lara will look to make a statement in Bellator’s budding women’s flyweight division. The 22-year-old knockout artist has earned six victories in seven outings since making her professional debut in 2011. “Azul” has shown tenacity in her fights thus far, showcasing a pair of first round knockouts, as well as a first round armbar submission. Lara trains alongside UFC fighters Alexa Grasso and Irene Aldana at Team Lobo in Mexico.

Fighting out of Hollywood, Calif., Kristi Lopez will enter the Bellator fray as she prepares for her third professional bout. Antes de eso, “Loba” also tallied three victories over a four-fight, two-year span on the amateur circuit.

Chinese submission specialist Na Liang will look to build on a 2017 campaign that already saw her finish an opponent in a mere 38 segundo. The first-round stoppage marked the fifth time in six appearances that Liang’s opposition failed to make it out of the opening round. After competing exclusively at bantamweight to begin her career, Liang decided to move down to the flyweight division, where she also saw success by collecting a trio of first round finishes.

With an impressive following in Turkey from her kickboxing career, Sabriye Şengül will now transition to MMA under the direction of Bellator. With a professional kickboxing record of 6-1, the 26-year-old prospect holds the potential to achieve the same success in multiple combat sport disciplines.

Invicto en 30 año de edad, Juliana Velasquez trains under the Nogueira brothers in Brazil, carrying one of the most famous names in MMA with her inside the Bellator cage. Además, Juliana trains alongside fellow Bellator flyweight Bruna Vargas. With five wins in five appearances, the Rio de Janeiro resident will look to become another Brazilian Bellator champion.

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PETROSYAN, KIELHOLTZ, HAIDA, & BOLANOS EMERGE VICTORIOUS FROM BELLATOR KICKBOXING 5 IN TORINO

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Abril 8, 2017

Giorgio Petrosyan (84-2-2, 1 NC) defeated Amansio Paraschiv (23-5-1) via Unanimous Decision (30-26, 29-27, 30-26)

Giorgio Petrosyan Quote: “I’ve spent a lot of time studying this opponent and I felt like I knew his fighting style well so I was able to put together a solid game plan and execute it successfully,” Petrosyan said. “Now I’m looking forward to getting some rest, and we will let Scott Coker and Carlo DiBlasi decide what is next for me.”

Petrosyan vs. Paraschiv Photos

Denise Kielholtz (46-3) defeated Martine Michieletto (18-11-3) via Unanimous Decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)

Denise Kielholtz Quote: “It was a good night for me with the win, but it was tough fight. She’s a taller southpaw fighter and she really brought it. All rounds were for me and that’s the most important thing for me. It’s great to retain this belt, this is my biggest prize in the sport and I’m honored to be the world champion for Bellator,” Kielholtz said. “Realmente, Para mí, Bellator is the biggest kickboxing organization in the world, they are really for the fighters, so I am very happy to be representing this company. The next time you see me out there might be in the Bellator cage fighting MMA. We’re working very hard on all aspects of my training and so hopefully before the end of summer you will see me fighting MMA.”

Kielholtz vs. Michieletto Photos

John Wayne Parr (96-32) def. Nando Calzetta (45-10) via Head Kick at 2:59 of Round 2

John Wayne Parr Quote: “Fue duro, vino a pelear. He wanted to mix and trade but I was more than happy to do that with the hands. I thought I was a little bit sharper, but he had a crack – he had a good go and hopefully it was entertaining for the crowd,” John Wayne Parr said. “Before this fight I really wanted to do something impressive and get an impressive finish so to score a head kick knockout is like a slam dunk. I feel like Michael Jordan right now. I’ve been watching Bellator and I just want to be a star here and hopefully tonight is gonna put that notch in my belt and help me fulfill that dream.”

Parr vs. Calzetta Photos

Mustapha Haida (46-5-2) defeated Enriko Kehl (45-12-1) via Split Decision (30-27, 28-29, 29-28)

Mustapha Haida Quote: I’m very happy for with the victory. I think I broke my hand or my wrist in the second round so I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to finish the fight, but I dug down deep and was able to get through the match,” Haida said. “Fighting for Bellator Kickboxing here in Italy has been a great experience for me and I hope to continue to fight here.”

Haida vs. Kehl Photos

Gaston Bolanos defeated Luca D’Isanto via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Gaston Bolanos Quote: “I came into someone’s home town tonight, and the guy had a lot more experience in kickboxing than I do, so I’m quite happy with the win. It’s a different rhythm out there. I’m used to Muay-Thai, which I’ve been practicing my whole life. I’ve done a few fights without elbows even though it’s still Muay-Thai so it’s a bit different from what I just did tonight. I just came from an MMA fight so I had to switch up my whole camp but this is what I want to do and this is the opportunity that Bellator has provided for me, so I’m going to take it and stay as busy as possible,” Bolanos said. “I want to thank Bellator, Scott Coker,, my coach Kirian Fitzgibbons and my team at CSA Gym for helping me and giving me all the opportunities that I’ve been given in my career. I’m hoping to get another MMA fight in here soon and develop a rhythm there. I want to become the biggest star in both sports and I know that I’ve got the opportunity and the talent to do just that.”

Bolanos vs. D’Isanto Photos