Bellator MMA’s heavyweight Grand Prix has reached the semifinal stage, and the first of those two matchups has been confirmed for October 12th.
In a press release on Tuesday, officials announced that Matt Mitrione will take on current light heavyweight champion Ryan Bader at Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut. The night’s main card airs on Paramount Network at 9 PM ET/PT, with DAZN also live streaming the main card.
The winner of this semifinal will face the winner of Fedor Emelianenko vs. Chael Sonnen, which does not have a confirmed date just yet.
Mitrione (13-5) is a perfect 4-0 in Bellator, and in his quarterfinal matchup vs.