Sioux Falls, S.D. – The electrifying atmosphere inside the Sanford Pentagon was nothing short of explosive as BELLATOR 298 unfolded, showcasing a night of exhilarating mixed martial arts action. The main event witnessed hometown hero Logan Storley, the former Interim Welterweight Champion, achieve a resounding TKO victory over the 8th-ranked Brennan Ward, sending the sold-out crowd into a frenzy.
In a showdown that had MMA enthusiasts on the edge of their seats, Storley (15-2) displayed his prowess, securing a TKO finish against Ward (17-7) at 4:05 of round two. Storley’s relentless pursuit and precision strikes proved too much for Ward to handle, marking an impressive return for the Sioux Falls-native.
Another remarkable clash came in the co-headliner as former Interim Heavyweight Champion Valentin Moldavsky (12-3, 1 NC) locked horns with the 3rd-ranked Steve Mowry (10-1-1), who had never tasted defeat in his professional career until now. Moldavsky exhibited his well-rounded skills, earning a unanimous decision victory (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) and putting an end to Mowry’s undefeated streak.
Canada’s own Aaron Jeffery (14-4) showcased his determination and skillset, delivering a unanimous decision win (29-28, 30-27, 29-28) against the previously unbeaten Dalton Rosta (8-1). Jeffery’s calculated approach and relentless drive saw him climb the ranks and leave his mark on the welterweight division.
The BELLATOR 298 event was a treat for fans of MMA, offering a slew of intense matchups that left no room for disappointment. James Gallagher (12-2) made a triumphant return to the BELLATOR cage, narrowly outpointing the resilient James Gonzalez (10-7) in a split decision victory (29-28, 28-29, 29-28). The opening main card bout featured a dominant performance from the 6th-ranked Sidney Outlaw (17-5), who left no doubt in his unanimous decision win (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) over the 7th-ranked Islam Mamedov (22-3-1).
The event also set the stage for future matchups, with BELLATOR MMA returning to action on Saturday, Sept. 23, for BELLATOR 299: Eblen vs. Edwards. The 185-pound title will be up for grabs as undefeated BELLATOR Middleweight World Champion Johnny Eblen (13-0) defends his title against England’s Fabian Edwards (12-2). MMA enthusiasts can catch all the action as the card airs on SHOWTIME.
BELLATOR 298 Fight Results(main card):
| Fight | Winner | Loser | Result | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Storley vs. Brennan Ward | Logan Storley | Brennan Ward | TKO (punches) | Round 2, 4:05 |
| Valentin Moldavsky vs. Steve Mowry | Valentin Moldavsky | Steve Mowry | Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Aaron Jeffery vs. Dalton Rosta | Aaron Jeffery | Dalton Rosta | Unanimous Decision (29-28, 30-27, 29-28) | 3 Rounds |
| James Gallagher vs. James Gonzalez | James Gallagher | James Gonzalez | Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) | 3 Rounds |
| Sidney Outlaw vs. Islam Mamedov | Sidney Outlaw | Islam Mamedov | Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
Preliminary fights
| Fight | Winner | Loser | Result | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Blockhus vs. Eli Mefford | Michael Blockhus | Eli Mefford | TKO | Round 1, 2:43 |
| Justine Kish vs. Diana Avsaragova | Justine Kish | Diana Avsaragova | Unanimous Decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Enrique Barzola vs. Jaylon Bates | Enrique Barzola | Jaylon Bates | Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Lucas Brennan vs. Weber Almeida | Lucas Brennan | Weber Almeida | KO | Round 3, 3:32 |
| Kasum Kasumov vs. Josh Hill | Kasum Kasumov | Josh Hill | Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Vladimir Tokov vs. Jairo Pacheco | Vladimir Tokov | Jairo Pacheco | Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) | 3 Rounds |
| Leandro Higo vs. Nikita Mikhailov | Leandro Higo | Nikita Mikhailov | Submission (guillotine) | Round 2, 2:50 |
| Alfie Davis vs. Aalon Cruz | Alfie Davis | Aalon Cruz | Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Katerina Shakalova vs. Dayana Silva | Katerina Shakalova | Dayana Silva | Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27) | 3 Rounds |
| Sullivan Cauley vs. Hamza Salim | Sullivan Cauley | Hamza Salim | Technical Submission (arm-triangle) | Round 1, 4:24 |
| Marcirley Alves da Silva vs. Jerrell Hodge | Marcirley Alves da Silva | Jerrell Hodge | KO (strikes) | Round 1, 3:53 |
| Jordan Oliver vs. Andrew Triolo | Jordan Oliver | Andrew Triolo | Submission (arm-triangle) | Round 1, 1:05 |
The night was filled with thrilling action and unforeseen twists, leaving MMA fans eagerly anticipating the next exhilarating installment of BELLATOR MMA. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for the upcoming clash at BELLATOR 299, where champions will rise and legacies will be etched in the annals of MMA history.
