Get the latest updates on Bellator London event featuring Leah McCourt vs. Sara Collins. Check out the weigh-in results, main card highlights, and more from this thrilling MMA showdown.
Bellator MMA returned to London, England for an exciting event featuring Leah McCourt vs. Sara Collins. The anticipated title fight between Johhny Eblen and Fabian Edwards was postponed. The event showcased impressive performances by fighters like Luke Trainer, Archie Coglan, and Marc Diakiese. Weigh-ins took place on Friday, setting the stage for an action-packed night of fights.
Bellator London: McCourt vs. Collins Event Recap
Bellator MMA made its return to London, England, with an electrifying night of fights. Although the anticipated title fight between Johhny Eblen and Fabian Edwards was postponed, fans were treated to an intense showdown between Leah McCourt and Sara Collins. The event also showcased impressive performances by fighters like Luke Trainer , Archie Coglan, and Marc Diakiese. Let’s dive into the highlights of the Bellator London event.
Main Card Results
The main card featured a Women’s Featherweight No.1 Contender Bout between Leah McCourt and Sara Collins. Both fighters weighed in with McCourt at 145.9 lbs and Collins at 145.8 lbs. In the Light Heavyweight division, Simeon Powell faced off against Rafael Xavier, while Luke Trainer took on Laurynas Urbonavicius. Additionally, the Lightweight bout between Tim Wilde and Marc Diakiese delivered thrilling action.
Preliminary Card Highlights
Archie Colgan and Manoel Sousa went head-to-head in a Lightweight bout, with Colgan weighing in at 155.1 lbs and Sousa at 155.3 lbs. The Middleweight Preliminary Bout saw Mike Shipman and Eslam Abdul Baset in action, showcasing their skills in the cage. Joseph Luciano faced Steven Hill in a Contract Weight (175 lbs) bout, while Ciaran Clarke and Tuomas Grönvall battled it out in the Contract Weight (140 lbs) category. Darragh Kelly and Dmytrii Hrytsenko put on an exciting Lightweight Preliminary Bout.
Notable Fight Cancellations
Unfortunately, the Women’s Featherweight Preliminary Bout between Eman Almudhaf and Daiane Da Silva was cancelled, much to the disappointment of fans.
Stay tuned for more updates and analysis from the world of Bellator MMA.
Full Bellator London Weigh-In Results:
| Fighters | Weight |
|---|---|
| Leah McCourt | 145.9 lbs |
| Sara Collins | 145.8 lbs |
| Simeon Powell | 205.9 lbs |
| Rafael Xavier | 204.6 lbs |
| Luke Trainer | 204.2 lbs |
| Laurynas Urbonavicius | 205.0 lbs |
| Tim Wilde | 155.3 lbs |
| Marc Diakiese | 155.7 lbs |
| Archie Colgan | 155.1 lbs |
| Manoel Sousa | 155.3 lbs |
| Mike Shipman | 185.9 lbs |
| Eslam Abdul Baset | 184.0 lbs |
| Joseph Luciano | 174.1 lbs |
| Steven Hill | 173.8 lbs |
| Ciaran Clarke | 139.8 lbs |
| Tuomas Grönvall | 139.1 lbs |
| Darragh Kelly | 155.2 lbs |
| Dmytrii Hrytsenko | 155.6 lbs |
