PFL, Bellator merger: Professional Fighters League acquires Bellator MMA to 'change the MMA landscape'

What PFL purchase of Bellator means for MMA, its fighters and fans

What does the future look like for the two fight promotions? Brett Okamoto and Marc Raimondi lay out the facts and speculate on what's yet to be announced.

Nov. 20, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

PFL acquires Bellator, plans 'mega event' in 2024

The PFL has acquired Bellator MMA in a landmark deal for combat sports, PFL chairman Donn Davis announced Monday.

Nov. 20, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Saudi-backed martial arts league challenges UFC with Bellator deal

Acquisition by Professional Fighters League comes as kingdom seeks to bolster its global presence in sports

Nov. 20, 2023 - ft.com - World - UFC

Ngannou-Bader? Cyborg-Harrison? Five PFL vs. Bellator matches we want in 2024

Following PFL's acquisition of Bellator MMA, we look at the best potential matchups the promotion can make for its biggest stars.

Nov. 28, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

UFC Fight Night: Dariush vs. Tsarukyan odds, Austin predictions: MMA expert shares surprising fight card picks

Daniel Vithlani reveals his UFC Fight Night picks for the Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan fight card in Austin on Saturday

17 hr ago - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines - UFC

MMA 25 under 25: Blanchfield, Mokaev and Morales eye No. 1

Where do the top MMA fighters from UFC, PFL, Bellator and ONE under age 25 rank on our list?

19 hr ago - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Harrison cruises, calls for Bellator champ Cyborg

Kayla Harrison easily defeated Aspen Ladd in a three-round PFL bout Friday and afterward called for a potential superfight with Bellator champion Cris Cyborg.

Nov. 25, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Bellator's Mix, Jackson make winning moves

Newly crowned champions rise at bantamweight and welterweight in Brett Okamoto's ESPN rankings.

Nov. 21, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Bellator 301 results, highlights: Jason Jackson stuns with KO to become champ; Patchy Mix unifies titles

A pair of new champions were crowned on Friday night in Chicago

Nov. 18, 2023 - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines

Bellator 301 predictions -- Yaroslav Amosov vs. Jason Jackson: Fight card, start time, odds, how to watch

A pair of title fights headline in Chicago on Friday night

Nov. 18, 2023 - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines

Bellator 301: So many questions, not enough answers

Bellator 301 is stacked, but the biggest question leading into Friday's event: Will there be a Bellator 302?

Nov. 17, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

MMA star Ngannou ranked by WBC after Fury loss

Former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou has been ranked No. 10 in the heavyweight division by the World Boxing Council (WBC) on Wednesday following a split decision loss to champion Tyson Fury in his professional boxing debut last month.

Nov. 15, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Bellator 301 -- Yarsoslav Amosov vs. Jason Jackson: Fight card, date, odds, location, rumors, complete guide

Bellator produces one of its best cards of 2023 as the year comes to an end

Nov. 14, 2023 - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines

Bellator's U. Nurmagomedov banned 6 months

Usman Nurmagomedov, Bellator's lightweight champion, has been suspended six months for a positive drug test and is out of the promotion's grand prix field.

Nov. 11, 2023 - espn.com - www.espn.com - TOP

Keeping children safe in a rapidly changing digital landscape

Twenty years after starting as an intern at an organization to help create a safe media environment for children, Josh Golin is leading the group’s efforts as its executive director. The mission of Fairplay for Kids, formerly known as the ...

Nov. 29, 2023 - thehill.com - Just In News | The Hill

Why This Former NFL Player Wants to "Change the DNA" of Professional Sports

Garrick Jones wants to diversify sports ownership -- and help create generational wealth for both other athletes and NFL fans.

Nov. 21, 2023 - inc.com - Inc.com - NFL

UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Craig odds, predictions: MMA expert reveals surprising fight card picks, best bets

Daniel Vithlani reveals his UFC Fight Night picks for the Brendan Allen vs. Paul Craig fight card in Las Vegas on Saturday

Nov. 18, 2023 - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines - UFC

Sergio Pettis, Patchy Mix fight for legacy, family and future at Bellator 301 with bantamweight title at stake

Pettis and Mix is flying under the radar, but it's among the best fights combat sports can offer as the two unify the 135-pound crown

Nov. 16, 2023 - cbssports.com - CBSSports.com Headlines

MMA Fighting Is Known for Its Blood and Violence. This Founder Is Proving It Can Transform Lives

Inspired by tragedy to make major changes in his life, Alta co-founder Nick Langton is building a global community for MMA with digital technology and old-fashioned gym training.

Nov. 16, 2023 - inc.com - Inc.com

Firearms maker Colt sought to block Vista Outdoor's proposed merger with a Czech industrial company, making an unsolicited offer to acquire the U.S.-based sporting- and outdoor-goods firm.

Firearms maker Colt sought to block Vista Outdoor’s proposed merger with a Czech industrial company, making an unsolicited offer to acquire the U.S.-based sporting- and outdoor-goods firm.

Nov. 24, 2023 - online.wsj.com - WSJ.com: World News