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Ilir Latifi has been released from the UFC roster upon expiration of his latest contract

Ilir Latifi has parted ways with the UFC after completing his most recent contract in May. Though it remains possible that the heavyweight and light heavyweight veteran could be re-signed by the promotion at some point down the line, as of now he has been removed from the UFC roster. Latifi’s stint with the UFC began in 2013 on short notice, when he stepped in … Continue reading Ilir Latifi has been released from the UFC roster upon expiration of his latest contract

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Gegard Mousasi shares intention to pursue Bellator championship “once more” prior to retiring

Gegard Mousasi, a veteran fighter, has a realistic approach towards his next fight at Bellator 296, knowing that he can’t fight forever. The two-time Bellator middleweight champion will face Fabian Edwards in the main event, with the winner likely contending for the 185-pound king, Johnny Eblen. Mousasi hopes to earn a rematch with Eblen by winning his upcoming fight against Edwards, but he is aware … Continue reading Gegard Mousasi shares intention to pursue Bellator championship “once more” prior to retiring

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Aaron Jeffery eyes Bellator 293 victory as a stepping stone to face Johnny Eblen for the title, and a potential return to Canada

Aaron Jeffery is aware that he is in prime position to challenge for the Bellator middleweight championship if he can overcome John Salter in this Friday’s Bellator 293 event. Despite having only participated in two previous promotional bouts, Jeffery feels that a win over Salter would put him in the title picture ahead of other contenders. Current Bellator 185-pound champion, Johnny Eblen, has expressed interest … Continue reading Aaron Jeffery eyes Bellator 293 victory as a stepping stone to face Johnny Eblen for the title, and a potential return to Canada

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Rafael Lovato Jr takes the Middleweight throne post defeating Gegard Mousasi at Bellator London

MMA Community was agog on Saturday after a new middleweight champ emerged in Rafael Lovato Jr. Lavato Jr. was crowned following a deserved victory earned over much touted Gegard Mousasai in Bellator London event. Rafael Lovato Jr who entered the bout main event on the back of an incredible professional record of 9-0, won via majority decision. His previous 9-0 stats saw Lavator Jr record five wins … Continue reading Rafael Lovato Jr takes the Middleweight throne post defeating Gegard Mousasi at Bellator London

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Results: Bellator 223, London – Rafael Lovato Jr. defeats Gegard Mousasi via UD

Main Card Rafael Lovato Jr. def. Gegard Mousasi via majority decision (47-47, 48-47, 48-47) Melvin Manhoef def. Kent Kauppinen via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)Aaron Chalmers def. Fred Freeman via submission (triangle) (R2, 4:05) Under Card Paul Daley (41-17-2) defeated Erick Silva (20-11, 1 NC) via unanimous decision (29-27, 29-27, 29-27) James Gallagher (9-1) defeated Jeremiah Labiano (12-7) via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Fabian Edwards (8-0) defeated Jonathan Bosuku (7-5) via unanimous decision … Continue reading Results: Bellator 223, London – Rafael Lovato Jr. defeats Gegard Mousasi via UD

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“I’m fighting to get paid,” “I’m not doing this because I love the sport so much, I’m not a crazy person.” says Gegard Mousasi

Gegard Mousasi has said he is involved in fighting not because he loves fun or just like to ranting about but because he gets paid. The 33-year-old will be in a face-off against Rafael Lovato Jr in what looks like a fight to finish on Saturday afternoon in the main event of Bellator London. The Tehran-born Dutchman will be making his 53rd appearance as a … Continue reading “I’m fighting to get paid,” “I’m not doing this because I love the sport so much, I’m not a crazy person.” says Gegard Mousasi

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Gegard Mousasi outlines ‘right conditions’ key to challenging welterweight title

Gegard Mousasi will be looking forward to defending the Bellator middleweight title when he faces Rafael Lovato Jr. this weekend. A victory for the Dutch mixed martial artist and former kickboxer in the main event of Bellator 223 will see him seek a second title in another Bellator division. The 33-year old has expressed his interest in competing at the light heavyweight division to battle and … Continue reading Gegard Mousasi outlines ‘right conditions’ key to challenging welterweight title

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“TJ Dillashaw, for a long time it was suspicious that he did steroids” says Gegard Mousasi

Gegard Mousasi has opened up that he suspected banned TJ Dillashaw for a ‘long time’ following the suspension of the former UFC bantamweight champ. TJ Dillashaw was earlier this year tested positive for the prohibited substance EPO and was subsequently suspended for two years by the United States Anti-Doping Agency. However, the 33-year old Dutch Bellator middleweight champion says he is not surprised that Dillashaw … Continue reading “TJ Dillashaw, for a long time it was suspicious that he did steroids” says Gegard Mousasi

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