MMA Fighting (via Sherdog) reports that Bellator’s Mike Richman has been suspended by the California State Athletic Commission for two years for taking performance enhancing drugs. Richman becomes the first fighter to be disciplined under the stricter penalties set forth by California, Nevada and the UFC. The suspension is a result of a failed drug […]
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Coker comments on UFC-Reebok sponsor policy
In an interview with MMA Fighting, Scott Coker indicates that Bellator has been contacted by multiple UFC fighters and managers about its sponsorship policy in light of the revealed pay structure under the new UFC-Reebok deal. He also talked about Bellator business. The Q&A with Luke Thomas hit all of the salient points although Coker […]
Show Money Episode 3 talks Rampage, Antitrust and Phil Davis
Phil Davis signs with Bellator
Brooks tops Bellator 136 salaries
MMA Fighting reports the Bellator 136 salaries which were disclosed by the California State Athletic Comission. Lightweight champion Will Brooks was the top paid fighter earning $72,000. Brooks, who earned $36,000 for show and $36,000 for the win, successfully defended his title against Dave Jansen who made $12,000. The event took place Friday at the […]