Ep 5. Kongo Vs Godbeer and Heavyweight Semifinals Full Card
- October 4, 2013
Bellator Fighting Championships is back with its ninth season, and episode 5 promises to be an exciting one! The episode, titled "Kongo Vs Godbeer and Heavyweight Semifinals Full Card," features some of the best fighters in this division battling it out for a chance to move forward in their careers.
The episode is headlined by a heavyweight bout between Cheick Kongo and Stuart Austin Godbeer. Kongo, a French fighter, comes into this bout with a record of 27 wins, 10 losses, and 2 draws. He is a seasoned veteran of the sport, having competed in both the UFC and Bellator, and has a wealth of experience to draw upon.
His opponent, Godbeer, hails from the United Kingdom and has a solid record of 6 wins and 4 losses. He may not have the same level of experience as Kongo, but he's a tough fighter who will be looking to make a name for himself with a victory in this bout.
The winner of this bout could potentially move on to fight in the Bellator heavyweight championship, so there's more than just pride on the line for both fighters.
In addition to the heavyweight main event, there are also two semi-final bouts in the Bellator heavyweight tournament. These fights will see four fighters battling it out for a chance to move on to the tournament finals and potentially earn a shot at the championship.
The first of these semi-final fights features Linton Vassell taking on Sergei Kharitonov. Vassell is a UK fighter with a 20-8 record who has faced some stiff competition throughout his career. Kharitonov, on the other hand, is a Russian fighter with an impressive record of 32 wins, 8 losses, and 2 no-contests. He too, has faced some top-level competition, including fights in Pride and Strikeforce.
The second semi-final fight features Matt Mitrione taking on Ronny Markes. Mitrione is an American fighter with a 13-8 record who previously competed in the UFC before moving to Bellator. Markes, a Brazilian fighter, has a solid record of 19-7 and will be looking to make a statement with a victory over Mitrione.
Overall, this promises to be an exciting episode of Bellator Fighting Championships, featuring some of the best heavyweights in the world battling it out for a chance to move forward in their careers. Whether you're a longtime fan of the sport or just tuning in for the first time, there's sure to be something here for everyone. So grab some snacks, settle in, and get ready for some high-level MMA action!
