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MMA community reacts after Cris Cyborg stops Cat Zingano at Bellator 300
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
Tonight’s Bellator 300 event was headlined by a women’s featherweight title fight between Cris Cyborg and Cat Zingano. Cyborg (27-2 MMA) entered the contest on a six-fight winning streak, which includes four straight title defenses. Justino had most previously competed at Bellator 279, where she earned a unanimous decision victory over Arlene Blencowe.
Bellator 300 Results: Cris Cyborg stops Cat Zingano in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
We have you covered for all of tonight’s Bellator 300 results, including the featherweight title fight between Cris Cyborg and Cat Zingano. Cyborg (27-2 MMA) will enter the contest on a six-fight winning streak, which includes four straight title defenses. Justino most recently competed at Bellator 279, where she earned a unanimous decision victory over Arlene Blencowe.
Bellator 300: 'Usman vs. Primus' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - October 7, 2023
The cage returns to San Diego for tonight’s Bellator 300 event, a 16-bout fight card headlined by Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Brent Primus. Nurmagomedov (17-0 MMA) will be looking to earn his second straight lightweight title defense this evening in California. The undefeated Russian earned a first-round submission victory over former UFC champion Benson Henderson in his most previous effort at Bellator 292.
Michael Chandler reflects on time in Bellator ahead of historic event: "I wouldn't be where I am"
Josh Evanoff - October 6, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler has weighed in on Bellator 300 and a potential sale. ‘Iron Mike’ is currently preparing for a potential lightweight clash with Conor McGregor later this year. Earlier this week, ‘The Notorious’ teased that he entered the USADA testing pool, making the bout one step closer to reality. If the fight happens, it would be the biggest in the career of the former Bellator champion.
UFC CEO Dana White says it would be a “good thing” for Bellator to continue in the fight game
Harry Kettle - October 4, 2023
UFC CEO Dana White has explained why it would be a good thing for Bellator to continue being a prominent feature in MMA. It’s been well-documented in the past that Dana White doesn’t always play well with others. He’s had several feuds stretching across the combat sports landscape, and through it all, the Ultimate Fighting Championship has continued to thrive.
Ryan Bader reveals that Viacom wouldn't pay replacement opponent for Bellator 300: "They are out"
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2023
Bellator heavyweight champion Ryan Bader has explained why he’s not fighting on Saturday. ‘Darth’ was originally scheduled to face Linton Vassell at Bellator 300 this weekend. The bout was going to be a rematch of their prior clash in 2017, at Bellator 186. That night, Ryan Bader won by second-round knockout, and he was hoping to score the same result up at heavyweight this time around.
Cain Velasquez gets court order to allow him to corner teammate Usman Nurmagomedov at Bellator 300
Cole Shelton - October 2, 2023
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez will be in the corner of his teammate Usman Nurmagomedov this weekend at Bellator 300. Velasquez has been out on bail for nearly a year after spending months in jail following charges that included attempted murder. Part of the bail was Velasquez would have to wear GPS tracking. He must also comply with a protective order 300 yards away from the victims in the case and have travel restrictions.
Linton Vassell vs. Ryan Bader title fight scratched from Bellator 300
Susan Cox - October 2, 2023
The Linton Vassell vs. Ryan Bader heavyweight title fight has been scratched from Bellator 300. Bellator 300 is taking place this coming Saturday, October 7th at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California.
Middleweight champion Johnny Eblen weighs in on the rumored Bellator - PFL merger: “I think it's bad, personally”
Susan Cox - September 28, 2023
Middleweight champion Johnny Eblen is weighing in on the rumored Bellator – PFL merger. Bellator middleweight champion Johnny Eblen (14-0 MMA) is not sold on the idea of a Bellator-PFL merger.
Logan Paul vows to "slaughter" Dillon Danis in the boxing ring or the courtroom
Cole Shelton - September 27, 2023
Logan Paul is ready to beat Dillon Danis, whether it’s in the boxing ring or the courtroom. Paul and Danis are set to box on Oct. 14 in Manchester, England on the Misfits boxing card. Logan was worried that Danis wouldn’t show up so there was a pullout clause put in the contract, so if ‘El Jefe’ backed out he would have to pay Paul $100,000.
Coach Dave Lovell slams Johnny Eblen for spitting on Fabian Edwards following Bellator 299 win: “Be prepared to take the consequences”
Susan Cox - September 25, 2023
Coach Dave Lovell is slamming Johnny Eblen for spitting on Fabian Edwards following Bellator 299 win. Bellator 299 took place this past Saturday night, September 23rd at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland.
Johnny Eblen squashes beef with UFC champion Leon Edwards, still wants to fight him
Fernando Quiles - September 24, 2023
Bellator middleweight champion Johnny Eblen had a heated moment with UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards, but the beef has quickly subsided. In the main event of Bellator 299, Eblen put his gold on the line against “Rocky’s” brother Fabian Edwards. Eblen scored a third-round KO win, and things got heated afterwards. At one point, Eblen and Leon Edwards exchanged some words.