Tag: Yoel Romero

Benson Henderson Goes Five Rounds Against Peter Queally For Decision Win

Veteran Benson Henderson staked his claim as a top challenger in Bellator's lightweight division on Friday night after scoring a main event victory over Peter Queally. Henderson's win headlined Bellator 285 from the 3Arena Dublin in Dublin, Ireland. Henderson went a total of five rounds in the fight against Queally. His sharp elbows and solid … Continue reading Benson Henderson Goes Five Rounds Against Peter Queally For Decision Win →

Ryan Bader Sweeps Scorecards In Rematch Against Cheick Kongo

Bellator Heavyweight Champion Ryan Bader used his wrestling to put on a dominant showing against Cheick Kongo, defeating him via unanimous decision on Friday night. Bader's win headlined Bellator 280, which took place from the Accor Arena in Paris, France. All five rounds of Bader's fight were the same for him. He used every frame … Continue reading Ryan Bader Sweeps Scorecards In Rematch Against Cheick Kongo →

Bellator 280: Bader vs. Kongo 2 Preview

Bellator will head back to Paris, France for the second time on Friday night with a heavyweight title fight atop the card. Meeting in a rematch, current Bellator Heavyweight Champion Ryan Bader will face experienced French fighter Cheick Kongo. The fight is scheduled to headline a card from the Accor Arena. Here's a full preview … Continue reading Bellator 280: Bader vs. Kongo 2 Preview →

Melvin Manhoef Out of Bellator 280 Fight Against Yoel Romero, Replaced By Alex Polizzi

Yoel Romero won't be facing MMA veteran Melvin Manhoef next weekend. Manhoef has been pulled from his May 6th Bellator fight against Romero, per a report from Lars Van Soest of Redactie Telesport. Romero's now scheduled to face former LFA Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Polizzi instead. The new matchup is expected to take place in … Continue reading Melvin Manhoef Out of Bellator 280 Fight Against Yoel Romero, Replaced By Alex Polizzi →

Bellator Roundup: 13 Fights Confirmed For St. Louis Card

The past week has been quite busy with changes in the Bellator schedule. The promotion has recently announced a new card for March and three big fights for their Paris, France show in May. This episode of the "Bellator Roundup" is here to cover it all. Bellator 274 Loses Light Heavyweight Fight This weekend's Bellator … Continue reading Bellator Roundup: 13 Fights Confirmed For St. Louis Card →

Yoel Romero To Face Melvin Manhoef At May 6th Bellator Card In Paris

Yoel Romero will fight for his first Bellator victory later this year, facing fellow veteran Melvin Manhoef at the promotion's May 6th event. Their bout is set to be the co-main event of a card from the Accor Arena in Paris, France, per an announcement made Thursday. Romero, a former UFC title challenger, made his … Continue reading Yoel Romero To Face Melvin Manhoef At May 6th Bellator Card In Paris →

Phil Davis Earns Split Decision Win Over Former UFC Title Challenger, Bellator Newcomer Yoel Romero

Phil Davis spoiled the Bellator debut of former UFC title challenger Yoel Romero on Saturday night, putting together a well-rounded performance to take a split decision win (30-27 Davis, 29-28 Romero & 30-26 Davis). The matchup headlined Bellator 266 from the SAP Center in San Jose, California, USA. Romero had a notably slow start to … Continue reading Phil Davis Earns Split Decision Win Over Former UFC Title Challenger, Bellator Newcomer Yoel Romero →

Yoel Romero To Make Bellator Debut Against Phil Davis In September 18th Main Event, Other Bouts Confirmed

The Bellator debut of Yoel Romero is back on the schedule. The former UFC title challenger is now set to face Phil Davis in the main event of the promotion's September 18th card, per a press release from the promotion following a report from Ariel Helwani. The bout will reportedly take place at the SAP … Continue reading Yoel Romero To Make Bellator Debut Against Phil Davis In September 18th Main Event, Other Bouts Confirmed →