Bellator’s lightweight champion Usman Nurmogomedov failed a drug test according to the California State Athletic Commission. He has been suspended 6 months and fined $50K for testing positive for a banned substance. The failed test comes after his win at Bellator 300 where he defeated Brent Primus. That result has been overturned to a no-contest. […]
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Report: PFL seeking to buy Bellator
According to a report from Front Office Sports, the PFL is seeking to acquire Bellator from Paramount. The report cites sources with knowledge of the deal, but with caution that the acquisition could fall through. Bellator is valued at approximately $500 million and the transaction would be primarily cash although the parent company of Bellator, […]
Possibility of PFL partnering Bellator is possible
Could the PFL and Bellator merge? The speculation is growing after Bellator president Scott Coker told a group of reporters including MMA Junkie on Thursday that the PFL is in the possible mix to partner with the company. Viacom, the parent company of Bellator, are exploring options for a potential business partnership. Rumors have been […]