Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney caused a stir on Thursday when he announced to ESPN that he would waive his matching rights to allow welterweight champion and restricted free agent Ben Askren to sign with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, on the condition that UFC officials awarded Askren an immediate shot at their welterweight title.
Yui Chul Nam Tops Takasuke Kume Again, ‘Minowaman’ Wins in 100th Bout at Road FC 13
South Korean prospect Yui Chul Nam beat Japanese rival Takasuke Kume for the second time on Saturday, retaining his Road FC lightweight title in five minutes less than he needed to earn it.
Henry Cejudo Outpoints Ryan Hollis; Holly Holm Overwhelms Nikki Knudsen at LFC 24
At first glance, they appear to be an unlikely pair, but Henry Cejudo and Holly Holm have at least this much in common: As highly decorated combat athletes in a previous realm, both face high expectations in their burgeoning mixed martial arts careers.
Henry Cejudo Decisions Ryan Hollis; Holly Holm Overwhelms Nikki Knudsen at LFC 24
At first glance, they appear to be an unlikely pair, but Henry Cejudo and Holly Holm have at least this much in common: As highly decorated combat athletes in a previous realm, both face high expectations in their burgeoning mixed martial arts careers.
Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Outpoints Fabricio ‘Guerreiro’ in Bellator 103 Featherweight Headliner
Patricio Freire now stands just one victory away from another crack at the featherweight title after outpointing Fabricio de Assis Costa da Silva in the main event of Bellator 103.
UFC Fight Night 29 Medical Suspensions: Mike Pierce Sidelined Up to 6 Months
UFC welterweight Mike Pierce was handed a 180-day suspension by the Brazilian MMA Athletic Commission (CABMMA) following his participation at Wednesday night’s UFC Fight Night 29.
UFC Vet Terry Etim Signs with Bellator, Meets Patrick Cenoble on Nov. 2 PPV Undercard
UFC alumnus Terry Etim has signed with Bellator and will make his promotional debut on Nov. 2 just prior to the organization’s inaugural pay-per-view broadcast.
Honchak-Smith, Esparza-Gadelha, Murphy-Nakamoto Title Bouts Set for Invicta FC 7
Three title fights will be contested at Invicta FC 7, including a flyweight championship headliner between Barb Honchak and Leslie Smith.
Brazilian Commission Suspends Rousimar Palhares 120 Days for UFC Fight Night 29 Conduct
In addition to being banned from the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Rousimar Palhares has received a 120-day suspension from the Brazilian MMA Athletic Commission (CABMMA) for his conduct at UFC Fight Night 29.
Brazilian Commission Suspends Palhares 120 Days for UFC Fight Night 29 Conduct
In addition to being banned from the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Rousimar Palhares has received a 120-day suspension from the Brazilian MMA Athletic Commission (CABMMA) for his conduct at UFC Fight Night 29.