Bellator 78: Results and Event Recap
Bellator 78, held on October 26, 2012, at the Nutter Center in Fairborn, Ohio, was a night filled with thrilling fights and unforgettable moments. The event was expected to host semi-finals in the Bellator Season Seven Welterweight Tournament, and it did not disappoint.
The main event of the evening was a semi-final bout in the welterweight tournament between Lyman Good and Michail Tsarev. Good, a former Bellator Welterweight Champion, was the favorite going into the fight. He used his size and karate/ground and pound style to control the fight and eventually won by TKO in the second round.
The co-main event was another semi-final bout in the welterweight tournament, this time between Andrey Koreshkov and Marius Zaromskis. Koreshkov, an explosive striker, was too powerful for Zaromskis to handle. He won the fight by KO in the first round, earning a spot in the Bellator Season 7 Welterweight Tournament Finals.
Another notable fight was between Alvin Robinson and Daniel Straus. Straus, a seasoned fighter, won the fight by submission in the second round. This victory added to his impressive fight history and further established him as a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world.
The event also featured fights between Zoila Frausto and Casey Noland, Brian Rogers and Dominique Steele, and Jared Combs and Mikkel Parlo, among others. Each fight brought its own level of excitement and intensity, contributing to the overall success of Bellator 78.
Bellator 78 was a night of high-stakes fights and memorable performances. From the main event to the preliminary bouts, each fight showcased the skill, determination, and heart of the fighters. Whether you’re a long-time MMA fan or new to the sport, Bellator 78 is an event worth revisiting.
Selected Bout Results
- Lyman Good defeated Mikhail Tsarev by TKO (Punches); round 2, 3:54.
- Andrey Koreshkov defeated Marius Zaromskis by KO (Punches); round 1, 2:14.
- Daniel Straus defeated Alvin Robinson by Submission (Rear-Naked Choke); round 2, 4:51.
- Brian Rogers defeated Dominique Steele by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Zoila Frausto defeated Casey Noland by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Jason Butcher defeated Shaun Asher by Submission (Guillotine Choke); round 1, 1:32.
- Billy Horne defeated Trey Houston by Submission (Rear-Naked Choke); round 1, 3:30.
- Mikkel Parlo defeated Jared Combs by KO (Punches); round 1, 3:51.
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