Scott Coker

Machida on Bellator and UFC differences

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida spoke with MMA Junkie recently about a big transition in his career. Having left the UFC to join Bellator’s roster it’s no surprise that fans are curious of the pros and cons of each from his perspective. “I’m speaking from the bottom of my heart, I’m very satisfied.”, … Read more

BREAKING: Daley says he was released from Bellator

Paul Daley has been vocal about his unhappiness in Bellator. He has cited under promotion, disrespect,  and a number of other things as the underlying issue. Whatever it really is it appears he is done with the company in a Facebook post that appeared around 10AM ET. They’re only your friend, until they’re not your … Read more

Watch today’s Bellator NYC press conference featuring Sonnen, Wand, Fedor, Mitrione

Bellator will host a press conference today (Tuesday, March 28) from Madison Square Garden in NYC for its upcoming PPV card headlined with Chael Sonnen vs. Wanderlei Silva and Fedor Emelianenko vs. Matt Mitrione. You can watch the live stream of today’s Bellator press conference right here at ProMMAnow.com starting at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. … Read more

Bellator produces epic tribute to Fedor’s sweater

Adam Carolla narrates “The Legend of Fedor’s Sweater”, a new Bellator video paying tribute to the legendary Glorious Sweater of Absolute Victory worn by mixed martial arts legend Fedor Emelianenko. Fans are loving this video and are hoping Bellator will start selling replicas of the sweater, and we think that’s a great idea! Some well known … Read more

PMN photo gallery | Bellator 170: Ortiz vs. Sonnen pre-fight presser

ProMMAnow.com resident photographer Phantom Street Artist was on the scene in Los Angeles Thursday for the Bellator 170: Ortiz vs. Sonnen pre-fight press conference. All the stars were out as UFC Hall of Famer Tito Ortiz prepares for his final showdown against “The Bad Guy” Chael Sonnen. An incredible 18-fight card is scheduled for Saturday, … Read more

Scott Coker statement on passing of Jordan Parsons

We regret to inform you that Bellator featherweight Jordan Parsons has passed away. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dear member of the Bellator family, Jordan Parsons,” stated Bellator President Scott Coker in an email statement sent out Wednesday afternoon. “Jordan was an exceptional athlete and a rising star … Read more

Bellator signs three-time All American wrestler Jarod Trice

Bellator MMA has announced the signing of three-time All American wrestler Jarod Trice to an exclusive, multi-fight contract. “We’re excited to be adding yet another world-class wrestling talent to our ever-growing roster of fighters here at Bellator,” stated Bellator President Scott Coker. “I’ve always taken great pride in our ability to identify and build stars … Read more

Bellator MMA targeting New York event soon

No doubt the UFC was instrumental in helping bring MMA to New York, even though they kind of hindered it in a way too at times with their battle with the culinary union. But the UFC isn’t the only mixed martial arts promotion that will get to reap the benefits of the new legislature. This opens … Read more

Bellator MMA to hold international events in 2016

Bellator MMA, the emerging mixed martial arts promotion, will hold its first three events outside of North America in 2016, with stops planned in London, Tel Aviv, and Italy. The announcement was made today by Scott Coker, President, Bellator MMA. The event in London will be held at the O2 Arena with the main card … Read more