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Michael Page says to expect an entertaining walkout at UFC 299

Michael Page assures fans he’ll still get to have his signature walkouts in the UFC.
The former Bellator star makes his octagon debut against Kevin Holland (25-10 MMA, 12-7 UFC) March …read more

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Corey Anderson vs. Karl Moore vacant title bout to headline Bellator’s 2024 return event

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Corey Anderson vs. Karl Moore headlines Bellator’s return for vacant light heavyweight title in Belfast

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A new Bellator light heavyweight champion will be crowned in March as the brand is set to …read more

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Corey Anderson vs. Karl Moore headlines Bellator’s return for vacant light heavyweight title in Dublin

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A new Bellator light heavyweight champion will be crowned in March as the brand is set to …read more

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Matchup Roundup: New UFC, PFL, Bellator fights announced in the past week (Jan. 22-28)

MMA fight announcements are hard to follow. With so many outlets and channels available, it’s nearly impossible to organize.
But here at MMA Junkie, we’ve got your back.
Each week, we’ll compile …read more

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Posted on January 29, 2024, 10:43 pm By
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46-year-old Yoel Romero downplays age ahead of PFL vs. Bellator card: “My performances have been good!”

See You Soon …read more

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Posted on January 26, 2024, 11:43 pm By
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DAMN! They Were Good: Kimbo Slice, a street legend turned MMA superstar

Kimbo Slice will try to make weight at the Bellator 138 weigh-ins Thursday. | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting

DAMN! They Were Good celebrates the careers …read more

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Posted on January 26, 2024, 10:43 pm By
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Video: PFL vs. Bellator press conference faceoffs

The first PFL vs. Bellator press conference took place Wednesday, and afterward the fighters in attendance came face to face for the first time.
The first PFL vs. Bellator event since …read more

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Posted on January 24, 2024, 9:43 pm By
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MMA divisional rankings: UFC champ Du Plessis moves up at middleweight

Brett Okamoto looks across every promotion to determine the best of the best in UFC, Bellator, PFL and beyond. …read more

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Posted on January 24, 2024, 2:43 pm By
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MMA buzz: What’s going on at women’s bantamweight?

Tap in with the newest fight announcements, highlights, and analysis across UFC, PFL, Bellator and more. …read more

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Posted on January 23, 2024, 10:14 pm By
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John McCarthy confirms he won’t work as commentator for PFL, explains new role

John McCarthy is not going anywhere following PFL’s acquisition of Bellator. However, his role will change.
McCarthy, a retired veteran combat sports referee who helped create the Unified Rules of MMA, …read more

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Posted on January 23, 2024, 8:43 pm By
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PFL vs. Bellator pay-per-view event loses welterweight title fight

Oh no! …read more

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Posted on January 23, 2024, 10:43 am By
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PFL vs Bellator Championship Event Loses A Title Fight

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Just a couple of weeks after announcing the first-ever Professional Fighters League (PFL) vs. Bellator “champions vs. champions” mega event …read more

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Posted on January 22, 2024, 10:44 pm By
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Matchup Roundup: New UFC, PFL, Bellator fights announced in the past week (Jan. 15-21)

MMA fight announcements are hard to follow. With so many outlets and channels available, it’s nearly impossible to organize.
But here at MMA Junkie, we’ve got your back.
Each week, we’ll compile …read more

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Posted on January 22, 2024, 10:13 pm By
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Jason Jackson will now face Ray Cooper III in catchweight fight for PFL vs. Bellator card

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The upcoming PFL vs. Bellator card has already taken a hit.
Current PFL welterweight champion Magomed Magomedkerimov has been forced out of his fight against …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

Video – Cris Cyborg Smashes Kelsey Wickstrum in 81 Seconds with Vicious One-Hit Knockout

Women’s MMA icon Cris Cyborg added another highlight-reel knockout to her legendary resume.

The reigning Bellator women’s featherweight champion squared off with Kelsey Wickstrom at a World Fighting Championship event …read more

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Video: Cris Cyborg obliterates Kelsey Wickstrum in 81 seconds with brutal one-punch knockout

Cris Cyborg needed just over a minute to pick up another victory in the boxing ring.
The current Bellator women’s featherweight champion faced Kelsey Wickstrom at WFC 163 on Friday night …read more

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Vadim Nemkov officially vacates Bellator light heavyweight title, new champion will be crowned in 2024

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Vadim Nemkov is no longer the Bellator light heavyweight champion.
On Wednesday, Bellator officials confirmed to MMA Fighting that Nemkov vacated the 205-pound …read more

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Posted on January 19, 2024, 6:43 pm By
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On the Doorstep: 5 fighters who could make UFC with January wins

Every champion in MMA history started out somewhere.
For those who make it to the highest stage, the journey begins long before they strap on UFC, Bellator or PFL gloves. Modern-era …read more

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Posted on January 19, 2024, 1:43 pm By
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Vadim Nemkov officially vacates Bellator light heavyweight title

Vadim Nemkov no longer holds a Bellator title.
Now a heavyweight, Nemkov (17-2) has officially vacated the Bellator light heavyweight title, a promotion official confirmed Tuesday to MMA Junkie.
Nemkov had previously …read more

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Posted on January 17, 2024, 3:13 pm By
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PFL vs Bellator Supercard Officially Set For February 24 in Riyadh Featuring Four Champion vs. Champion Fights

Event: PFL vs Bellator

Date: Sat, 24th Feb, 2024

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Broadcast: ESPN+ PPV, ESPN+ (12.30p.m. ET Prelims | 3p.m. ET Main Card)

The PFL vs Bellator supercard is officially set for February 24 in …read more

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Posted on January 16, 2024, 10:43 pm By
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Reaction: PFL vs. Bellator champions event revealed — how successful can it be?

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The PFL Pay-Per-View Super Fight Division will kick off on Feb. 24 in Saudi Arabia as the expected …read more

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Posted on January 16, 2024, 9:43 pm By
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PFL x Bellator Supercard Officially Set for February 24 in Riyadh Featuring Four Champion vs. Champion Fights

The PFL x Bellator supercard is officially set for February 24 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

A few short months after the Professional Fighter League’s blockbuster announcement that it had acquired Bellator …read more

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Several bouts announced for PFL vs. Bellator event, including Yoel Romero vs. Thiago Santos

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PFL vs. Bellator fight card set for Feb. 24 in Saudi Arabia, four champ vs. champ fights scheduled

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The highly anticipated PFL vs. Bellator pay-per-view fight card finally has a date and …read more

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Posted on January 16, 2024, 6:13 pm By
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Bellator veteran Ryan Curtis suffers devastating spine injury, has no movement in legs and left arm

Ryan Curtis | Bellator

Former Bellator fighter Ryan Curtis has suffered a devastating training injury.
Featherweight contender Leah McCourt, a close friend of Curtis’, announced on …read more

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Posted on January 15, 2024, 1:43 am By
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UFC Star Conor McGregor Makes Massive Donation to Fighter who suffered ‘Life-Altering Injuries’ while training

Conor McGregor made a hefty donation to Ryan Curtis, an Irish MMA fighter who suffered “life-altering injuries” during a training session.

On Saturday, Bellator standout Leah McCourt revealed that her …read more

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Posted on January 14, 2024, 6:43 pm By
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Michael ‘Venom’ Page turns attention to Leon Edwards: ‘I’m looking to go for the belt’

After months of speculation, Michael Page has finally found a new home and will be competing under the UFC banner for the foreseeable future.
The former Bellator ace has been one …read more

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REPORT | Ryan Bader, Patricio Pitbull among first fighters added to February’s PFL vs. Bellator event

Champions vs. Champions …read more

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ATT Coach Aims for ‘Triple Crown’ With Champs From UFC, Bellator, PFL in 2024

One prominent mixed martial arts coach has lofty ambitions for his team this coming year.
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Posted on January 4, 2024, 8:43 pm By
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Rizin champ Juan Archuleta explains career uncertainty after PFL-Bellator merger

PFL’s purchase of Bellator has brought a ton of uncertainty to many fighters signed by both organizations. However, for Juan Archuleta the concern is even bigger.
Archuleta is a special case. …read more

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RIZIN champion Juan Archuleta calls for rematch with Bellator’s Patchy Mix: “Only guy to beat him”

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Josh Thomson questions Khamzat Chimaev’s ability amid UFC sidelining: ‘I’m not sold on him yet’

Former UFC and Bellator lightweight contender, Josh Thomson has claimed he not’s entirely sold on the ability or perceived dominance of unbeaten welterweight force, Khamzat Chimaev – as the Chechen-born …read more

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RIZIN’s Nobuyuki Sakakibara open to PFL co-promotion after Bellator sale: “Doors always open”

Co-Promoting Future …read more

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Conor McGregor trying to wait for “easier” Nate Diaz fight, claims Michael Chandler

Conor McGregor’s comeback is on the horizon and his rumored opponent is set to be Michael Chandler, but the former Bellator man is no longer convinced the Irishman wants the …read more

Source:: MMAWeekly

Defying the odds: The 10 biggest MMA betting upsets of 2023

Who doesn’t love a good upset?
In 2023, MMA saw its fair share of underdogs who defied the odds in the UFC, Bellator, PFL, and beyond. While everyone has an opinion …read more

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Posted on December 27, 2023, 10:16 pm By
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RIZIN’s Sakakibara discusses future of co-promotions after Bellator sale to PFL

Scott Coker and Nobuyuki Sakakibara | Photo by Jun Sato/WireImage

RIZIN has co-promoted several times with Bellator in the past, making room for Kyoji Horiguchi …read more

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Posted on December 26, 2023, 10:16 pm By
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Corey Anderson Responds to Joe Rogan, Claims Bellator Pays Better Than UFC

While Joe Rogan acknowledges the caliber of talent in promotions like the Professional Fighters League and Bellator, he believes they are wasting their time competing outside the UFC. …read more

Source:: Sherdog

Michael Chandler: Michael Page got ‘horrible matchup’ in Kevin Holland for UFC debut

Michael Chandler thinks Michael Page wasn’t done any favors for his UFC debut.
Chandler will soon see a fellow former Bellator star join him in the UFC roster, as MVP signed …read more

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Posted on December 24, 2023, 9:46 pm By
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The Business of MMA in 2023: UFC produced over $1 billion in revenue, PFL buys Bellator, fighters turn to OnlyFans

Paul “Triple H” Levesque, Ari Emanuel, and Dana White | Photo by Michelle Farsi/Zuffa LLC

The global pandemic crushed a lot of businesses across the …read more

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Posted on December 24, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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