Matt Erickson
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Coker: Ryan Bader vs. Linton Vassell title fight is two men better at heavyweight
It’s fair to say Bellator president Scott Coker is reasonably excited about the next heavyweight title fight he’s likely to promote. → Read More
Sara McMann confident Cris Cyborg will be back in Bellator
One of the biggest reasons Sara McMann jumped ship from the UFC to Bellator was for a potential matchup with the champion. → Read More
Kamaru Usman plans to take Leon Edwards' spirit, soul and title in UFC 286 rematch
The MMA world was stunned this past August when UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman lost his title thanks to a Hail Mary kick. → Read More
Enrique Barzola calls out Aaron Pico at featherweight, but would consider return to 135
Enrique Barzola said he doesn’t like to predict the future, but has an inkling he might bounce between a pair of weight classes. → Read More
Victor Henry surprised he wasn't able to finish Gravely with kicks at UFC Fight Night 221
Victor Henry knew Tony Gravely was tough, but he was left thinking he was next-level tough when he wouldn’t go away at UFC Fight Night 221. → Read More
UFC 286: Make your predictions for Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3
We want your predictions for UFC 286 in London, which features a welterweight title trilogy rematch between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman. → Read More
Josh Fremd reverted to violent version of himself for UFC Fight Night 221 win
Josh Fremd had this feeling he was brought in to lose to favored prospect Sedriques Dumas at UFC Fight Night 221. He wasn’t having it. → Read More
Through to the semifinals, Alexander Shabliy not worried about A.J. McKee or Patricky Freire
Now that he’s through to the Bellator lightweight grand prix semifinals, Alexander Shabliy is going to have to play the waiting game. → Read More
With title shot lined up, Linton Vassell awaits another rematch on Bellator revenge tour
With a Bellator heavyweight title shot all but official, Linton Vassell gave credit to his mental game for the biggest win of his career. → Read More
UFC Fight Night 221 bonuses: Choke someone to sleep, get $50,000 extra
After UFC Fight Night 221, four fighters picked up an extra $50,000 for their performances in Las Vegas. Check out the winners. → Read More
UFC Fight Night 221 video: Mario Bautista taps Guido Cannetti, calls out ex-champ Cody Garbrandt
Mario Bautista made reasonably quick work of Guido Cannetti on Saturday to live up to his billing as the event’s biggest betting favorite. → Read More
Raphael Assuncao announces retirement after 19-year career
After a pro career spanning more than 19 years, Raphael Assuncao hung up his gloves after UFC Fight Night 221. → Read More
After gruesome ending vs. Yamauchi, Michael Page not in the mood for another long wait
Michael Page sees no real next option beyond a Bellator title shot – but knows it could be a matter of bad timing. → Read More
Usman Nurmagomedov doesn't care who comes next in Bellator grand prix
Usman Nurmagomedov’s resume continued its expansion with a monumental win over former UFC and WEC champ Benson Henderson at Bellator 292. → Read More
Benson Henderson on decision to retire from MMA: 'It's my wife's turn to shine'
Benson Henderson explains his decision to retire from MMA. → Read More
UFC Fight Night 221 discussion thread
UFC Fight Night 221 takes place Saturday in Las Vegas, and you can discuss the event here. → Read More
UFC Fight Night 221 weigh-in results and live video stream
Check out the results from the official UFC Fight Night 221 fighter weigh-ins in Las Vegas, featuring Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili. → Read More
Bellator 292 live and official results (7:30 p.m. ET)
Bellator 292 takes place Friday. Join us for a live video stream and official results at 7:30 p.m. ET. → Read More
Valentin Moldavsky has no qualms with Linton Vassell rematch at Bellator 292
Valentin Moldavsky already has a win over Linton Vassell, so in theory, he could have dismissed the idea of a rematch. → Read More
Linton Vassell plans Bellator redemption tour of sorts starting with Valentin Moldavsky
Linton Vassell knew a shot at redemption against Valentin Moldavsky would come some day. → Read More