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Gegard Mousasi has been released from his Bellator contract by PFL, following his public frustrations and potential legal threats over how his career was being managed. This development raises questions about the status of the PFL-Bellator merger, as discussed by MMA Junkie reporters Mike Bohn and Nolan King.
The PFL has released former Bellator middleweight champion Gegard Mousasi following his public criticism of the organization. Mousasi, who hasn't fought since May 2023, expressed frustration with the PFL's handling of his contract and stated that his team might pursue legal action. The release comes amid concerns from fighters about the PFL's acquisition of Bellator and the merging of rosters.
Gegard Mousasi has been released from his contract with PFL and Bellator after threatening legal action over grievances related to his sidelining and contract issues following Bellator's sale to PFL. Mousasi, a former two-time Bellator middleweight champion, expressed frustration over the lack of communication and respect from the organization. His management team criticized PFL's treatment of fighters, and Mousasi, now a free agent at 38, seeks to continue his MMA career.
Gegard Mousasi is considering legal action against the PFL due to a lack of communication and fight opportunities since PFL's acquisition of Bellator MMA. Mousasi, who signed a new contract with Bellator before the acquisition, claims PFL is avoiding honoring his contract due to financial constraints. At 38, Mousasi is frustrated and feels disrespected, stating PFL is the worst organization he has fought for.
Fabian Edwards defeated Gegard Mousasi via unanimous decision in the main event of Bellator 296 to become the new No. 1 contender for the Bellator middleweight title and will face undefeated Bellator middleweight champion Johnny Eblen on September 23. Brent Primus punched his ticket to the second round of Bellator’s 155-pound grand prix and into a title shot against current Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov. Douglas Lima snapped his four-fight losing streak with a victorious debut at 185 pounds, and Thibault Gouti scored a monstrous second-round knockout of Kane Mousah in their lightweight clash.
Bellator 296 took place in Paris, featuring former middleweight champion Gegard Mousasi's fight against Fabian Edwards, Mansour Barnaoui's fight against Brent Primus, and Douglas Lima's fight against Costello van Steenis. The event also included several other fights, with official results listed in the article. Edwards defeated Mousasi via unanimous decision in the main event.
Former two-time Bellator middleweight champion Gegard Mousasi defeated top contender Fabian Edwards in a five-round battle with title implications at Bellator 296. Brent Primus also won against Mansour Barnaoui in a lightweight grand prix quarterfinal bout in the co-main event. Other results from the event are listed in the article.
Bellator Paris will feature a title eliminator fight between Gegard Mousasi and Fabian Edwards, with the winner earning a shot at Johnny Eblen's title. The Lightweight Grand Prix continues with Brent Primus facing Mansour Barnaoui in the first quarterfinal. The event will take place in Paris, France, and will be streamed live on YouTube and Showtime.