Brace yourselves, fight fans, as Bellator MMA has dropped a bombshell of a schedule for 2023, promising an action-packed year in mixed martial arts. In a stunning revelation, Bellator 299 and Bellator 300 promise to make this year unforgettable for fight enthusiasts around the world.
The headline act of Bellator 299 on September 23 will see Johnny Eblen, the reigning Bellator middleweight champion, face off against the formidable Fabian Edwards. Edwards, who happens to be the younger brother of UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards, earned his title shot by defeating the former middleweight champ, Gegard Mousasi. Eblen, with a pristine record of 13-0, aims to defend his title after his victory against Anatoly Tokov last year. The fight card also includes the highly anticipated return of Aaron Pico, as he takes on Pedro Carvalho, with the potential to crown the next featherweight title contender.
The Edwards vs. Eblen clash is bound to generate immense interest, as Fabian Edwards seeks to join his brother Leon as a champion in a major MMA organization. The stakes are high, and the outcome is unpredictable.
But the excitement doesn’t end there. Just two weeks later, Bellator hits its milestone 300th event, offering an unprecedented treat for fans. The card features not one, not two, but four title bouts. Bellator heavyweight champion Ryan Bader will defend his title against Linton Vassell, while women’s featherweight champ Cris Cyborg takes on the fierce Cat Zingano. In another electrifying showdown, lightweight champ Usman Nurmagomedov squares off against Brent Primus. Notably, Nurmagomedov vs. Primus serves as a semifinal bout in the $1 million Lightweight World Grand Prix. Also, women’s flyweight champ Liz Carmouche faces Ilima-Lei Macfarlane in a duel for supremacy.
Bellator 300’s stacked lineup makes it a must-watch event for MMA aficionados. The inclusion of a lightweight Grand Prix adds an extra layer of excitement and anticipation.
But wait, there is more! Fast forward a month and Bellator 301 is set to ignite Chicago with a thrilling doubleheader. The welterweight champion Yaroslav Amosov will take on Jackson Jackson, while Sergio Pettis goes head-to-head with Patchy Mix in a bantamweight title unifier.
Bellator 301 promises to keep the momentum going, with two title fights in one night. Amosov’s clash with Jackson Jackson is sure to be a highlight, and Pettis vs. Mix adds an intriguing storyline to the event.
As Bellator unveils its dynamic schedule for the remainder of the year, it is clear that MMA enthusiasts have much to look forward to. Stay tuned for more updates on these thrilling events!
