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Video: Check out all the highlights from Bellator’s wild November

BAD MMA News — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 15:24:45 +0000

November proved to be the fastest and most furious month in Bellator history, with three consequential events on three consecutive Thursdays. Each event was action-packed with fun fights and memorable moments. Among them were Corey Anderson ’s successful promotional debut at Bellator 251; Aaron Pico ’s spectacular knockout victory at Bellator 252; Patricio Freire quite literally punching his ticket into the Bellator featherweight grand prix semifinals on the same card; and A.

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MMA Junkie Radio #3103 with guest Kevin Holland, Bellator and UFC recaps, more

BAD MMA News — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:55:33 +0000

Monday’s edition of MMA Junkie Radio with hosts “Gorgeous” George and “Goze” is here and will be live on SportsCastr beginning at noon ET (9 a.m. PT). On Episode 3,103, the guys talk to special guest Kevin Holland , a UFC middleweight coming off a win over Charlie Ontiveros. They’ll also look back at the most recent Bellator and UFC events. Stream or download this and all episodes of MMA Junkie Radio over at OmnyStudio . You can also catch it on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and more

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Bellator 251: Julius Anglickas happy to open doors for fellow Lithuanian fighters

BAD MMA News — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 19:54:16 +0000

Julius Anglickas scored his eighth straight win when he defeated Alex Polizzi via unanimous decision at Bellator 251 on Thursday. After notching his second win under the Bellator banner, Anglickas (9-1 MMA, 2-0 BMMA) spoke to reporters on having to dig deep in the fight, not getting a UFC contract after his win on Dana White’s Contender Series, what it means to represent Lithuania, and much more. You can watch the full interview in the video above. Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The main card aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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After Bellator 251 win, Sumiko Inaba wants to share December card with Ilima-Lei Macfarlane

BAD MMA News — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 18:43:58 +0000

Sumiko Inaba made good in her professional debut when she stopped Jessica Ruiz in the first round at Bellator 251 on Thursday. Following her win in the night’s opener, an emotional Inaba (1-0 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) spoke to reporters on what the win means to her, being grateful to have a platform, wanting a quick turnaround on the Bellator 254 card with flyweight champion Ilima-Lei Macfarlane , and much more. You can watch the full interview in the video above. Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The main card aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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Ali Zebian hopes win over Piankhi Zimmerman earns him a Bellator contract

BAD MMA News — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 18:43:56 +0000

Ali Zebian picked up his first promotional win when he defeated Piankhi Zimmerman via unanimous decision at Bellator 251 on Thursday. After capitalizing on his short-notice opportunity, Zebian (5-2 MMA, 1-1 BMMA) spoke to reporters on wanting to be a full-time Bellator fighter, getting a proper camp in for his next fight, staying active and much more. You can watch the full interview in the video above. Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The main card aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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Janay Harding ready to start working toward Bellator title: ‘I’m a force to be reckoned with’

BAD MMA News — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 14:47:57 +0000

Janay Harding got back in the win column when she defeated Jessy Miele by unanimous decision at Bellator 251 on Thursday. Following her win, Harding (6-4 MMA, 3-2 BMMA) spoke to reporters on her growth in the sport, when she’d like to return, how she’s ready to make a run at the title, and much more. You can watch the full interview in the video above. Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn

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Jaylon Bates: There’s a long climb to go but I want to retire undefeated

BAD MMA News — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 01:11:52 +0000

Jaylon Bates continued his unbeaten streak from his amateur career when he defeated Joe Supino via unanimous decision in his professional debut at Bellator 251 on Thursday. Following his lopsided win over Supino, Bates (1-0 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) spoke to reporters on the benefits of logging the full 15 minutes, going on the paleo diet, his aspirations of ending his career undefeated, and much more. You can watch the full interview in the video above. Bellator 251 took place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The main card aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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Bellator 251 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

BAD MMA News — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 22:52:58 +0000

Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums, and social-media platforms. Fighters interact with fans, each other and many more through the likes of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, which helps outsiders get a deeper look into the minds of the athletes. Following Thursday’s Bellator 251 event in Uncasville, Conn., several of the winning and losing fighters, along with their coaches, training partners or family members, took to social media to react to the event or share a message with supporters.

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Following Bellator 251 win, Georgi Karakhanyan wants rematch with ‘YouTuber’ Myles Jury

BAD MMA News — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:38:57 +0000

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Georgi Karakhanyan wants to avenge his most recent loss. After he was narrowly edged by Myles Jury at Bellator 243, Karakhanyan (30-11-1 MMA, 8-9 BMMA) rebounded with a much-needed split decision win over Bryce Logan at Bellator 251 on Thursday. Jury (19-5 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) hasn’t competed since defeating Karakhanyan by split decision in August, but Karakhanyan wants to run things back with Jury since he thought he won their first meeting.

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Following Bellator 251 win, Georgi Karakhanyan wants rematch with ‘YouTuber’ Myles Jury – MMA Junkie

Bellator 251 post-event facts: Tyrell Fortune closes in on heavyweight wins record

BAD MMA News — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 20:23:52 +0000

Bellator’s busy November kicked off on Thursday with Bellator 251, which went down at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., with a main card that aired on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie. The main event saw Corey Anderson (14-4 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) make a successful debut with the promotion after a 14-fight UFC stint. He dominated Melvin Manhoef (32-15-1 MMA, 4-4 BMMA) for a second-round TKO , joining the title picture in the light heavyweight division. For more on the numbers behind the main event, as well as the rest of the card, check below for 20 post-event facts to come out of Bellator 251.

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