Bellator 209 Results: Pitbull vs. Sanchez

Bellator 209, held on November 15, 2018, at Menora Mivtachim in Tel Aviv, Israel, was a event that showcased some of the best talent in mixed martial arts (MMA). The event featured 16 fights, with the main event being the featherweight championship bout between Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Freire and Emmanuel Sanchez.

Main Event: Pitbull vs. Sanchez

Patricio ‘Pitbull’ Freire retained his featherweight title against Emmanuel Sanchez in the Bellator 209 main event in Tel Aviv. After five rounds, Freire earned the judges’ decision. The result made him Bellator’s winningest fighter at the time. Vadim Nemkov also scored a split-decision win over former light heavyweight champion Phil Davis.

See MMA Fighting‘s report and full event recap for the main-event scorecards and fight details. For the next event in this series, read our Bellator 210 recap.

Co-Main Event: Couture vs. Gozali

The co-main event featured a rematch between Ryan Couture and Haim Gozali, which Couture won by unanimous decision. This was the second time Couture defeated Gozali, demonstrating his dominance in their rivalry.

Other Notable Fights

Vadim Nemkov edged out former light heavyweight champion Phil Davis by split decision in a closely contested fight. This victory was a significant one for Nemkov, marking a major upset in his career.

In the women’s featherweight division, Olga Rubin kept her undefeated streak going with a unanimous decision victory over veteran Cindy Dandois. Rubin used superior striking to control the fight and secure the win.

Adam Keresh made quick work of Kirill Sidelnikov in the opening bout of the evening, knocking him out with a head kick and punches in the first round.

Conclusion

Bellator 209 was an event filled with thrilling fights and historic moments. From Pitbull’s record-breaking win to Nemkov’s upset victory over Davis, the event showcased the high level of talent and competition in Bellator MMA. As the promotion continues to grow and attract top fighters, fans can look forward to more exciting events in the future.

Sources

MMA Fighting; Event results record.

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