The Ultimate Fighting Championship is the pinnacle of mixed martial arts. Their roster consists of over four-hundred men and women all fighting for the same prize: The championship of their respective divisions. Some fighters are prepared to storm to the top of their weight class, but others are at a point in their career where they may not have realized their full potential. Often is the case that UFC decides to part ways with them for them to continue their journeys elsewhere.
UFC made the release of Ryan Bader official on Tuesday, meaning the light heavyweight is free to sign with any promotion he pleases. ESPN’s Brett Okamoto reports that he would not be surprised of Bader were to sign with Bellator:
Per sources, Ryan Bader obtained a clearance letter from UFC today, meaning he's free and clear to officially sign with another promotion.
— Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) March 14, 2017
I'd expect formal announcement on Bader signing with Bellator MMA soon. Took some time to button things up, but he's good to resume career.
— Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) March 14, 2017
Bader is currently riding a two fight win streak, most recently knocking Antônio Rogério Nogueira out cold in November of 2016. Do you think Bader will make his way to Bellator, or will he field offers from WSOF and RIZIN as well? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
