Usman Nurmagomedov’s return to motion has been delayed … once more.
Bellator MMA’s reigning Light-weight champion was set to defend his title in the principle occasion of Bellator Paris subsequent month (Could 17, 2024) in opposition to Alexandr Shabliy, however an harm has compelled him to the sidelines.
Nurmagomedov was final seen defeating Brent Primus at Bellator 300, although the end result was overturned to a “No Contest” after it was revealed that the champion had a failed a post-fight drug check, resulting in a nice and a suspension from California State Athletic Fee (CSAC).
As for Shabliy, he earned his shot on the 155-pound title after defeating Patricky Pitbull at Bellator 301, incomes him his ninth straight win (fifth beneath the Bellator banner). Whereas there is no such thing as a confirmed timeline for the time being, the title battle is anticipated to be re-booked later this yr.
Because of the harm, the Bantamweight title battle between champion Patchy Combine versus Magomed Magomedov will now headline the occasion. Within the co-headlining act, Cedric Doumbe will make his Bellator debut reverse Derek Anderson.
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