Bellator 71: Results and Event Recap
Bellator 71, which took place on June 22, 2012, at the Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack and Resort in Chester, West Virginia, was a night to remember for mixed martial arts (MMA) fans. The event was part of Bellator’s annual Summer Series and featured the opening round fights in the Summer Series Light Heavyweight Tournament.
The main event of the evening was a light heavyweight quarterfinal bout between Travis Wiuff and Chris Davis. Wiuff, a seasoned fighter with an impressive record, squared off against Davis in a match that had fans on the edge of their seats. Wiuff emerged victorious, advancing to the Summer Series semifinals.
Another highlight of the evening was the fight between Attila Vegh and Zelg Galesic. Vegh, who had previously won his Bellator debut, faced a step up in competition against Galesic. However, Vegh proved his mettle by winning the fight, marking back-to-back wins in Bellator.
The event also saw Tim Carpenter and Beau Tribolet go head-to-head in a thrilling match. Carpenter, who had previously competed in the Bellator cage four times, showed his prowess by winning the fight and advancing to the second round of the Summer Series light heavyweight tournament.
In the heavyweight division, Brett Rogers faced off against Kevin Asplund. Despite Asplund being on a 15-fight win streak, Rogers emerged victorious, marking a potential comeback for the former Strikeforce employee.
Bellator 71 was a night filled with thrilling fights and impressive performances. The event showcased the skill and determination of the fighters, providing fans with an unforgettable experience. As the fighters continue their journey in the MMA world, fans eagerly await the next Bellator event, ready for another night of thrilling action.
Selected Bout Results
- Travis Wiuff defeated Chris Davis by TKO (Punches); round 1, 4:12.
- Attila Vegh defeated Zelg Galesic by Submission (Rear-Naked Choke); round 1, 1:00.
- Emanuel Newton defeated Roy Boughton by Submission (Rear-Naked Choke); round 2, 0:49.
- Tim Carpenter defeated Beau Tribolet by Submission (Armbar); round 2, 4:51.
- Brett Rogers defeated Kevin Asplund by TKO (Doctor Stoppage); round 2, 5:00.
- Kevin Zalac defeated Chris Goldbaugh by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Josh Stansbury defeated Dan Spohn by Submission (Guillotine Choke); round 1, 2:30.
- Jason Butcher defeated Duane Bastress by Submission (Triangle Choke); round 1, 1:03.
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