Bellator 223 Results: Mousasi vs. Lovato Jr
Bellator 223, part of Bellator London, took place on June 22, 2019, at London’s SSE Arena. Rafael Lovato Jr. won Gegard Mousasi’s middleweight title by majority decision (47-47, 48-47, 48-47). MMA Fighting’s complete results cover both the title fight and the rest of the card. Related reports: Bellator 224 and Bellator 225.
The main card also featured a number of other exciting fights. Melvin Manhoef defeated Kent Kauppinen via unanimous decision, while Aaron Chalmers submitted Fred Freeman with a triangle choke in the second round.
The undercard was equally action-packed. Paul Daley, James Gallagher, and Fabian Edwards all secured unanimous decision victories against Erick Silva, Jeremiah Labiano, and Jonathan Bosuku respectively. Denise Kielholtz defeated Bryony Tyrell via TKO in the third round, while Costello van Steenis knocked out Mike Shipman in the second round.
One of the most memorable moments of the night was when Charlie Ward defeated Justin Moore via TKO in the second round. Oliver Enkamp also secured a victory against Walter Gahadza with a rear-naked choke submission in the first round.
The event was not just about the fights, but also about the performances of the fighters. Rafael Lovato Jr.’s victory over Gegard Mousasi was evidence of his skill and determination. Despite Mousasi’s impressive record and experience, Lovato Jr. was able to secure the middleweight title, proving that he is a force to be reckoned with in the division.
Paul Daley’s victory over Erick Silva was another highlight of the night. Daley, who was looking to rebound after back-to-back losses, put on a strong performance against Silva, securing a unanimous decision victory.
Bellator 223 was a night of thrilling fights and unexpected victories, showcasing the skill and talent of the fighters. As we look forward to future events, the performances at Bellator 223 have set a high bar for what’s to come.
Sources
MMA Fighting’s complete results; Event results record.
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