Bellator 107 Results: Kongo, Warren and Ward Win

Bellator 107 delivered a night of decisive victories and historical achievements In mixed martial arts. The event, which took place at the WinStar World Casino in Thackerville, Oklahoma, featured the conclusion of three Season 9 tournaments in the heavyweight, middleweight, and bantamweight divisions.

Cheick Kongo Dominates to Win Heavyweight Tournament

In the heavyweight tournament final, Cheick Kongo showcased his striking and grappling prowess against Peter Graham. Kongo, a seasoned fighter with experience in the UFC, controlled the fight with effective striking and multiple takedowns. Despite Graham’s efforts to land significant strikes, Kongo’s ability to reverse positions and land damaging elbows secured him a unanimous decision victory. All three judges scored the fight 30-27 in favor of Kongo, who now moves on to a title fight in the Bellator heavyweight division.

Joe Warren Makes Bellator History

Joe Warren etched his name in the Bellator history books by becoming only the second fighter to win tournaments in two different weight classes. Warren’s wrestling background was on full display as he used four takedowns to dominate Travis Marx, who struggled to escape from his back. Although Marx attempted a guillotine choke in the first round, Warren escaped and went on to finish Marx with a knee and strikes for a TKO at 1:54 of the second round, marking another milestone in his illustrious career.

Brennan Ward Conquers Middleweight Tournament

Brennan Ward, known for his aggressive fighting style, continued his streak of finishing fights early by defeating Mikkel Parlo via TKO in the second round of the middleweight tournament final. Ward’s victory came through a combination of powerful strikes, highlighting his knockout power and solidifying his status as a formidable middleweight contender.

Other Notable Fights

The event also saw Derek Campos extend his winning streak by earning a unanimous decision over Martin Stapleton in a lightweight bout. Campos’ control and striking were too much for Stapleton, who was unable to mount a significant offense throughout the fight.

Bellator 107 not only provided fans with thrilling fights but also set the stage for future matchups that will undoubtedly captivate the MMA community. With Kongo, Warren, and Ward emerging as tournament champions, the anticipation for their next bouts is already building. Event results: MMA Fighting.

Sources

MMA Fighting; Event results record.

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