Matt Bessette Becomes Two-Division CES Champion, Announces Retirement From MMA

Matt Bessette announced his retirement from MMA on Friday night after defeating short-notice opponent Ryan Dela Cruz and becoming a two-division CES champion. The final fight of his career headlined CES 64, which took place at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut, USA. Bessette's near-perfect performance against Dela Cruz came to a close in … Continue reading Matt Bessette Becomes Two-Division CES Champion, Announces Retirement From MMA →

Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz Live Coverage

Undefeated Bellator Flyweight Champion Juliana Velasquez will get the chance to defend her belt for the first time when facing Denise Kielholtz on Friday night. Their title fight headlines Bellator 262, which is set to happen at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, USA. Follow along throughout the evening for live updates. A preview … Continue reading Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz Live Coverage →

Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz Preview

In late 2020, Juliana Velasquez became the first woman to defeat Ilima-Lei Macfarlane. She dethroned the longtime Bellator Flyweight Champion and started a reign of her own. Now, Velasquez has two things to defend: her undefeated record and her 125-pound belt. She'll have the chance to potentially do both on Friday night, facing Denise Kielholtz … Continue reading Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz Preview →

Bellator Roundup: 11 Fights Join July Lineup

Many fights have recently joined the lineup of Bellator's events in July. Here's a fast roundup of all that has been thrown on the cards. Five Fights Join Bellator's July 16th Lineup There have been five new matchups to join Bellator 262, which is set to take place at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, … Continue reading Bellator Roundup: 11 Fights Join July Lineup →