Bellator Champions Series is set to electrify Belfast with a series of high-stakes matchups on March 22, featuring two number one contender fights that promise to captivate MMA fans. The event, hosted at the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland, marks a significant addition to the Professional Fighters League’s (PFL) growing portfolio following its strategic acquisition of Bellator.
England’s Fabian Edwards, known for his striking prowess, is gearing up to clash with Canada’s Aaron Jeffery, a fighter celebrated for his ground and grappling skills, in a middleweight showdown. This bout is not just a test of strength but a strategic battle, with both fighters vying for the top contender spot in their division.
In the featherweight division, Ireland’s James Gallagher, dubbed ‘The Strabanimal,’ is set to face Canada’s jiu-jitsu expert Jeremy Kennedy. Gallagher, renowned for his submission techniques, will match wits and stamina against Kennedy in a contest that is anticipated to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
The event’s lineup is bolstered by a lightweight fight featuring England’s Tim Wilde against PFL Challengers Series veteran Manoel Sousa, who boasts an undefeated record. The main card also includes a fight for the vacant Bellator Light Heavyweight World Championship, with former title challenger Corey Anderson taking on Northern Ireland’s own Karl Moore. Additionally, a women’s featherweight rematch pits Belfast’s Leah McCourt against Dublin’s Sinead Kavanagh, adding a local flavor to the international event.
The Bellator Champions Series Belfast will kick off with the preliminary bouts, showcasing rising stars such as Bellator prospect Ciaran Clarke, Tofiq Musayev, Nathan Kelly, and a heavyweight matchup between Abraham Bably and Isaiah Pinson. These fights underscore PFL’s commitment to nurturing talent from underserved regions while adding global stars to its roster.
Tickets for this landmark event are now available, with the action set to be broadcast live in the U.K. on DAZN. Additional broadcast details for the U.S. and other regions will be announced shortly, ensuring fans worldwide can tune in to witness the spectacle.
This event underscores PFL’s vision of redefining the MMA landscape by investing in elite talent and providing a platform for fighters from around the globe. With its recent acquisition of Bellator, PFL continues to build on a legacy of high-caliber fights and star-studded events, promising an unforgettable night of action for MMA enthusiasts in Belfast and beyond.
Updated Bellator Champions Series Belfast Main Card
Light Heavyweight World Title Bout: Corey Anderson (17-6, 1 NC) vs. Karl Moore (12-2)
Women’s Featherweight Co-Main Event: Leah McCourt (8-3) vs. Sinead Kavanagh (9-6)
Middleweight No. 1 Contender Bout: Fabian Edwards (12-3) vs. Aaron Jeffery (14-4)
Featherweight No. 1 Contender Bout: Jeremy Kennedy (19-3) vs James Gallagher (12-2)
Lightweight Main Card Bout: Tim Wilde (17-4-1) vs. Manoel Sousa (10-0)
Preliminary Card:
Bantamweight Preliminary Bout: Ciaran Clarke (8-0) vs. Darius Mafi (4-1)
Lightweight Preliminary Bout: Tofiq Musayev (21-5) Alfie Davis (16-4-1)
Featherweight Preliminary Bout: Nathan Kelly (9-2) vs.Vikas Singh Ruhil (12-7)
Heavyweight Preliminary Bout: Abraham Bably (3-0) vs. Isaiah Pinson (3-0)
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