Bellator 212 Results: Chandler vs. Primus 2

Bellator 212, also known as “Salute the Troops,” was a memorable event that took place on December 14, 2018, at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. The event was co-promoted by the USO and Bellator MMA, and it was broadcasted on the Paramount Network and DAZN.

Main Event: Chandler vs. Primus

The main event of the evening was a highly anticipated rematch between Brent Primus, the reigning lightweight champion, and Michael Chandler, the former champion. The two had previously met at Bellator NYC in June 2017, where Primus won the title due to a leg injury Chandler sustained during the fight.

In the rematch at Bellator 212, Chandler avenged his loss in a hard-fought battle, reclaiming his lightweight title with a unanimous decision. Chandler’s strategy was clear from the start: he aimed to control the fight with his superior wrestling skills. Despite Primus landing some hard shots, Chandler’s relentless takedowns and ground-and-pound strategy ultimately won him the fight.

Co-Main Event: Mir vs. Ayala

The co-main event featured former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir and Javy Ayala. Mir, who had lost his Bellator debut to Fedor Emelianenko, was looking to bounce back. However, Ayala had other plans and defeated Mir by submission in the second round.

Other Notable Fights

Bellator 212 also featured a featherweight bout between AJ McKee Jr. and Daniel Crawford. McKee Jr. continued his undefeated streak in Bellator with a first-round submission victory over Crawford.

In the women’s flyweight division, Juliana Velasquez faced Alejandra Lara. Velasquez won the fight by split decision, marking her eighth professional win.

Conclusion

Bellator 212 was a night of intense battles and surprising outcomes. The event showcased the skill and determination of its fighters, with Michael Chandler’s triumphant return to the top of the lightweight division being the highlight of the evening. The event also served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of MMA, where champions can fall, and underdogs can have their day.

Michael Chandler reclaimed the Bellator lightweight title at Bellator 212 on December 14, 2018, defeating Brent Primus by unanimous decision. The main card also saw Javy Ayala stop Frank Mir by submission to strikes at 4:30 of round two, A.J. McKee submit Daniel Crawford with an anaconda choke at 3:19 of round one, and Juliana Velasquez take a split decision over Alejandra Lara. Review MMA Fighting’s Bellator results and the following-night Bellator 213 recap.

Sources

MMA Fighting’s Bellator results; Event results record.

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