Discover the top moments and fighters from Bellator MMA’s final year. From the Female Fighter of the Year to the Knockout of the Year, we highlight the standout performances. Read more!
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Female Fighter | Liz Carmouche |
| Knockout of the Year | Lorenz Larkin |
| Fight Card of the Year | Bellator 301 |
| Best Moment | Fedor retires at Bellator 290 |
Bellator MMA’s year-end awards for 2023 celebrate the achievements of fighters and memorable moments. Liz Carmouche is recognized as the Female Fighter of the Year, while Lorenz Larkin’s knockout at Bellator 290 takes the title for Knockout of the Year. Bellator 301 is crowned as the Fight Card of the Year, and Fedor Emelianenko’s retirement at Bellator 290 is hailed as the Best Moment of 2023.
In the second part of Bellator MMA’s year-end awards for 2023, we highlight the standout moments and fighters from the promotion’s final year. From the Female Fighter of the Year to the Knockout of the Year, let’s take a closer look at the top performers.
Female Fighter Of The Year: Liz Carmouche
Liz Carmouche has had an incredible run since joining Bellator. With seven consecutive wins, including winning the women’s Flyweight title in April 2022, Carmouche has successfully defended her belt three times in 2023. Her notable victories include a submission win over DeAnna Bennett and a technical knockout against Ilima-Lei Macfarlane.
Knockout Of The Year: Lorenz Larkin KO’s Mukhamad Berkhamov
One of the most memorable knockouts of the year came from Lorenz Larkin at Bellator 290. In a rematch against Mukhamad Berkhamov, Larkin delivered a devastating elbow strike that resulted in a walk-off knockout victory.
Fight Card Of The Year: Bellator 301
While Bellator 300 featured three exciting title fights, Bellator 301 stood out as the best fight card of the year. Headlined by a Welterweight title bout between Yaroslav Amosov and Jason Jackson, the event also showcased thrilling matchups such as Sergio Pettis vs. Patchy Mix and Raufeon Stots vs. Danny Sabatello.
Best Moment of 2023: Fedor retires at Bellator 290
After a remarkable career spanning 23 years, Fedor Emelianenko announced his retirement at Bellator 290. Although he did not secure a victory in his rematch against Ryan Bader, the post-fight tribute from fellow legends of the sport, including Renco and Royce Gracie, Mark Coleman, and Chuck Liddell, made it a truly memorable moment.
These are just a few highlights from Bellator MMA’s eventful year. Stay tuned for more exciting moments and fighters in the world of mixed martial arts.
