After years on Spike TV/Paramount Network, Bellator switched the CBS Sports Network this fall. The change marked a longstanding relationship with a network although the two entities had seemingly drifted in opposite directions. Spike TV was rebranded to the Paramount Network in 2018 and its previous focus on a young male demo was retooled for […]
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Coaches suspended, fighter fined after breaking Bellator COVID-19 protocol
The Mohegan Tribe Athletic Department of Athletic Regulation suspended Sanford MMA coaches Henri Hooft and Greg Jones after they broke COVID-19 protocol. The regulator body overseeing Bellator 253 fined Jason Jackson $1,000 for the breach of his coaches. The punishment came as a result of a video of them breaking quarantine and training with Jackson. […]
Bobby Voelker finally gets back into cage
Bobby Voelker makes his Bellator debut this Thursday against Sabah Homasi in a matchup of welterweights. The Strikeforce and UFC veteran has been juggling his MMA career with his construction business as well as making appearances reffing amateur fights. To say he’s a veteran of the sport is an understatement. The Kansas City native started […]
Texas gets ready to allow spectators back to combat sports events
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is in the process of reopening combat sports events to fans. According to a memo published by the agency, promoters will be able to have fans with a cap of 50% of the listed capacity of the venue. The promoters will have to follow TDLR compliance for COVID-19 […]
Bellator 246 draws 325,000 viewers
The final Bellator of the SpikeTV/Paramount era took place Saturday night and drew 325,000 viewers according to Nielsen via ShowBuzz Daily. The event featured Juan Archuleta and Patchy Mix in a battle between 135 pounders. Bellator ran an event the night before at the same venue – the Mohegan Sun casino in Uncasville, Connecticut. The […]