Bellator MMA is set to deliver an action-packed event with five thrilling fights on November 17th in Chicago. The main card features AJ McKee vs. Sidney Outlaw, while the preliminary portion includes 5 additional matchups.. Get ready for a night of intense MMA action.
Bellator MMA is gearing up for a monumental return to Chicago's Wintrust Arena on November 17th. Five thrilling fights are set to grace the event, promising fans a night of intense MMA action.
Former featherweight world champion and hometown favorite AJ McKee is back in action, facing off against Kill Cliff FC's Sidney Outlaw. After winning the $1,000,000 Featherweight World Grand Prix, McKee is eager to capture another world championship in the lightweight division. He'll take on Sidney Outlaw, who impressed with a victory over Russia's Islam Mamedov at Bellator 298.
Former Bellator Flyweight World Champion Juliana Velasquez makes her return to the cage against dangerous striker Paula Cristina. Velasquez, known for her judo skills, aims to prove she's still a force in the flyweight division. However, Cristina, with four knockouts in her six victories, presents a significant challenge.
Unbeaten Keri Taylor Melendez returns after a hiatus to face Turkey's Sabriye Sengul. Melendez, known for her well-rounded skills, seeks to maintain her perfect record. Sengul, making her Bellator return since 2019, aims to make a statement in Chicago.
Archie Colgan, the active Colorado native, defends his top-ten lightweight ranking against Pieter Buist. Colgan, with a recent first-round knockout victory, is known for his striking. Buist, making his Bellator debut, plans to use his height advantage to secure a win.
Brazil's Matheus Mattos faces former LFA bantamweight champion Richard Palencia in an exciting preliminary bout. Mattos, training at the renowned Pitbull Brothers gym, aims to continue his winning streak. Palencia, recovering from a leg injury in his promotional debut, looks to make his mark in the talent-stacked bantamweight division.
The main event features undefeated welterweight kingpin Yaroslav Amosov defending his title against No. 2-ranked Jason Jackson. Additionally, Bantamweight World Champion Sergio Pettis seeks to unify his title against interim champion Patchy Mix. A high-stakes Bellator Lightweight World Grand Prix Semi-Final bout and a rematch between Raufeon Stots and Danny Sabatello add further excitement to the card.
Don't miss the action! Bellator 301 will air live on SHOWTIME on November 17th. Preliminary card action starts at 5 p.m. ET on Bellator's YouTube and Pluto TV channels. Read more about Bellator 301 here.