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Corey Anderson claims he was denied a UFC title shot due to his lack of social media presence, highlighting a shift in MMA where marketability and online following influence opportunities more than fighting skill. After leaving UFC, Anderson found success in Bellator and PFL, becoming a champion in both organizations.
Corey Anderson believes his lack of social media marketing has hindered his chances of a UFC title shot despite his impressive record and wins over top fighters. He highlights how modern MMA heavily favors fighters with large social media followings, which can influence matchmaking decisions, and expresses his frustration with the industry's focus on popularity over skill. Anderson continues to compete in PFL, aiming for big fights and recognition for his accomplishments.
Corey Anderson credits Ben Askren for shaping his life and career, highlighting their close relationship and Askren's current health crisis, which deeply affects Anderson and his family. Anderson admires Askren's influence on his personal and professional life, and remains hopeful for his recovery while preparing for his upcoming fight.
Corey Anderson claimed the vacant Bellator MMA light heavyweight title by defeating Karl Moore via unanimous decision in the first event of the rebranded Bellator Champions Series, showcasing his wrestling advantage throughout the fight. In the co-main event, Patricio Pitbull defended his featherweight title with a third-round TKO victory over Jeremy Kennedy, marking his first win since December 2022.
Corey Anderson wins the vacant light heavyweight title at Bellator Champions Series: Belfast after defeating Karl Moore by unanimous decision. Anderson's victory comes after a decade-long career and previous attempts at a title. Despite Moore's strong performance, Anderson controlled the fight with takedowns and ground-and-pound. The event also saw other notable results, including Patricio Freire's TKO win over Jeremy Kennedy.
Corey Anderson wins the vacant Bellator light heavyweight title by defeating Karl Moore via unanimous decision, while Patricio Pitbull successfully defends his Bellator featherweight title against Jeremy Kennedy with a third-round TKO at Bellator Belfast.
PFL announces the launch of the Bellator Champions Series, featuring international prime time broadcasts on DAZN and headlined by a March 22 event at The SSE Arena, Belfast. The series will showcase reigning Bellator champions defending their titles against top fighters, with the first event featuring Corey Anderson vs. Karl Moore for the light heavyweight title and Leah McCourt vs. Sinead Kavanagh. The joint venture between PFL and Bellator aims to bring the best of MMA to global audiences, with U.S. broadcast plans yet to be revealed.