Bellator release nine fighters as roster cuts made

It’s been revealed Bellator have made the decision to part ways with nine fighters which includes former UFC standout Roger Huerta and also a plethora of UK and Irish talent. Officials from the promotion informed MMA Junkie Monday evening of the news and it is still unknown whether each fighter has been released or Bellator have decided to not renew their contracts.

Amongst the UK and Irish athletes are the likes of Cal ‘Pacino’ Ellenor, Richie Smullen and more shockingly Frans Mlambo, who was recently ranked #9 in the Bantamweight division and had won three of his last four bouts with the promotion. Cal Ellenor is also a shock after just recently headlining Bellator Euro Series 9 in Milan. Paul Redmond, another talent who has parted ways, has fortunately already found a new home at Cage Warriors.

You can see below the full list of fighters who have parted ways with Bellator:

Cal ‘Pacino’ Ellenor 8-3 MMA

Brandon Girtz 16-10 MMA

Roger Huerta 24-13-1 MMA

Arbi Mezhidov 13-4 MMA

Frans Mlambo 9-5 MMA

Paul Redmond 15-8 MMA

Ryan Roddy 8-1-1 MMA

Richie Smullen 6-2-1 MMA

Gabriel Varga 1-1 MMA