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BELFAST (March 22, 2024) – A fresh era of MMA commenced today in Belfast, Northern Ireland with Bellator Champions Series, an event that witnessed a new champion crowned and the most decorated champion in promotional history, maintain his title. CountFilms is your source for all thing MMA & combat sports, for more MMA news click here!
Corey Anderson Secures Vacant Bellator Light Heavyweight Title
In the headline bout, Corey Anderson (18-6) clinched the vacant Bellator Light Heavyweight World Championship, defeating Karl Moore (12-3) via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45). Anderson, dubbed “Overtime,” showcased his wrestling prowess to secure the victory. Post-fight, Anderson emphasized his hunger for improvement, eyeing more challenges ahead.
Patricio Pitbull Holds onto Bellator Featherweight Championship in Co-Main Event
In a spectacular showdown, Patricio Pitbull (36-7) retained his Bellator Featherweight Title by stopping Jeremy Kennedy (19-4) with strikes at 4:07 in the third round. Pitbull’s victory marked his 24th win in Bellator, a record for the promotion. He wasted no time in calling out Aaron Pico for his next challenge.
Fabian Edwards Positions Himself as Top Contender
Fabian Edwards (13-3) emerged victorious in a middleweight clash against Aaron Jeffery (14-5), positioning himself as the new top contender for the Bellator Middleweight Championship.
Leandro Higo Settles Grudge with James Gallagher
Leandro Higo (23-6) settled a long-standing grudge with James Gallagher (12-3), securing a unanimous decision victory after an intense battle.
Manoel Sousa Delivers Knockout in Lightweight Opener
The main card opened with a bang as Manoel Sousa (11-0) delivered a stunning knockout against Tim Wilde (17-5-1) in the lightweight division.
Looking Ahead: Next Bellator Champions Series Events
Looking ahead, the Bellator Champions Series heads to Paris on May 17 for another thrilling event, featuring Usman Nurmagomedov defending his Lightweight title against Alexander Shabliy.
BELLATOR CHAMPIONS SERIES BELFAST: Preliminary Card Highlights
The preliminary card witnessed notable victories, including Ciaran Clarke’s submission win over Darius Mafi and Nathan Kelly’s impressive knockout victory.
PFL: Revolutionizing MMA with Sports-Season Format
In the world of MMA, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) stands out with its unique sports-season format. PFL’s approach, similar to traditional sports leagues, includes Regular Season, Playoffs, and Championship events. This format provides fighters with structured competition throughout the year, culminating in a championship tournament. With a roster that rivals UFC, PFL is quickly gaining recognition as a major player in the MMA world.
The Bellator Champions Series Belfast took place in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on March 22. The event drew enthusiastic crowds, showcasing the best of MMA talent in a thrilling night of fights.
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