Josh Barnett Reportedly Failed Drug Test, Bellator Debut Postponed Again Barnett (35-8) was looking to compete in the Octagon again for the first time since his victory over Andrei Arlovski in the UFC back in 2016. Unfortunately, it’s not the case as Barnett failed a drug test; hence his promotional debut against Ronny Markes at
Lovato Jr Vacates Strap Amid Health Concerns Bellator middleweight champion Rafael Lovato Jr has relinquished his title. Lovato recently revealed that he was dealing with a complicated brain condition that would keep him sidelined indefinitely. At the time, he was unsure if he would be able to return to action. And after consulting with doctors,
Gallagher Pulls Out Of Bellator Dublin Headliner Bellator bantamweight star James Gallagher will no longer be competing at Bellator Dublin on February 22. Gallagher was originally set to headline the card taking place at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, against Cal Ellenor. However, “The Strabanimal” is pulling out after suffering a back injury that has
Paul Open To Competing In MMA For Bellator YouTube personality Logan Paul may be stepping into the world of mixed martial arts next. After making his professional boxing debut in a split-decision loss to fellow YouTuber KSI back in November, there has been talk of Paul competing in MMA next. After all, he has a
Bellator Middleweight Champion Rafael Lovato Jr Sidelined Indefinitely with Brain Condition Rafael Lovato Jr is Bellators Middleweight champion. Recently, he revealed that his fighting career is in danger due to a brain condition. Due to the nature of the condition, Lovato is unsure when if he will be able to return to the sport of
Thomson Calls It A Day Former UFC, Bellator and Strikeforce lightweight Josh Thomson has officially announced his retirement from the sport. The 41-year-old announced the news on his “Weighing In” podcast along with veteran MMA referee “Big” John McCarthy. “I can say that I’m officially retired,” Thomson said. (via MMA Fighting). “I can finally say
Cyborg Is A Champion Once Again Former UFC featherweight, Strikeforce and Invicta champion Cris Cyborg meets Bellator’s featherweight champion Julia Budd this evening in Inglewood, California. Round 1: The Bellator 238 main event kicks off as Cyborg and Budd meet in the center of the octagon. Cyborg opens up with a body shot followed by
How To Live Stream Bellator 238 Bellator is also returning to business tonight (Sat., Jan. 25, 2020) with Bellator 238 MMA event from The Forum in Inglewood, California. In the main headliner, an undefeated in the Bellator tenure, a featherweight champion Julia Budd, will lock horns against former UFC featherweight, Strikeforce, and Invicta champion Cris
Cris Cyborg Looks Forward to Fresh Start After Unhappy Times in the UFC What happens when a promoter treats its stars correctly? Everything flourishes. For Cris Cyborg, her loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 232 was a blessing in disguise. Not only did Cyborg want to return with a chip on her shoulder, but she
McGregor vs. Pacquiao Offer Was Made Conor McGregor has revealed that an offer was on the table for a boxing match with Manny Pacquiao. McGregor returns to mixed martial arts action when he faces Donald Cerrone at UFC 246 this weekend. It will be his second bout in the Octagon since his lucrative boxing payday
Dillon Danis is Confident He’s at the Top of MMA Having confidence in yourself is a necessity when it comes to performing at maximum capacity in an MMA match. After all, “confidence breeds success.” However, there is a fine line between supreme confidence and delusion. For Bellator standout Dillion Danis, there is an obvious reason
John McCarthy Explains Recent Remarks About Michael “Venom” Page “Big” John McCarthy came under some backlash, when he made some comparisons between Michael Page, and Anderson Silva. Now he defends those remarks, and explains what he meant. McCarthy is one of the most well-respected figures in all of MMA. From his time as one of
Rory MacDonald Not Counting Out Lima Rematch No Bellator? No problem. At least that is the belief of Rory MacDonald, who just recently left the promotion to sign with the Professional Fight League (PFL). For Rory, leaving Bellator doesn’t mean he won’t be able to avenge a loss suffered by the hands of Douglas Lima.
Jorge Masvidal vs Ben Askren Earns 2019 Knockout Of The Year 2019 was a year full of crazy knockouts. However, none is more deserving of knockout of the year than Jorge Masvidal knocking out Ben Askren. The last year in MMA was full of ridiculous action. As a result, it is a bit challenging to
Jackson Won’t Defeat Himself Again Quinton “Rampage” Jackson will be shedding the weight following his disappointing showing this past weekend. Jackson clashed with Fedor Emelianenko in a heavyweight contest in the main event of Bellator 237 in Saitama, Japan. Jackson notably came in at a career-high 265 pounds. However, he looked out-of-shape and sluggish as
Michael “Venom” Page Not Bothered By “Can Crusher” Comments Do MMA fans think that Michael “Venom” Page is upset at their “can crusher” comments? For MVP, he takes on the title head first as a compliment. Many fans are under the impression that Bellator finds random people to fight MVP. Furthermore, they believe that these