Bellator MMA is an American mixed martial arts promotion founded in 2008 and based in Santa Monica, California, owned and operated as a subsidiary of television and media conglomerate Paramount Global.
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10 Facts About Bellator MMA
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Bellator MMA was founded in 2008 by Chairman and CEO Bjorn Rebney.
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Under Rebney's ownership, Bellator MMA events were structured around single-elimination tournaments.
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In May 2014, Bellator MMA hosted the company's inaugural pay-per-view event from the Landers Center.
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Since the fourth season in 2011, Bellator MMA cards have been predominantly broadcast on Viacom-owned networks in the United States.
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In September 2013, Bellator MMA signed a multi-year partnership agreement with Fox Sports Latin America.
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In March 2020, Bellator MMA announced a deal with ESPN Brasil to broadcast events in the country.
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The 32 fighters competed for a spot in Bellator MMA's fall welterweight tournament, culminating in a live season finale.
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Bellator MMA introduced the new commentary team of Jimmy Smith and Sean Wheelock during Season 2.
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Additionally, Bellator MMA announced that the preliminary cards for each event would air on Spike.
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