With James Gallagher out of the picture, Patchy Mix at least still has a fight set for Bellator 258.
MMA Fighting confirmed with officials that Mix (13-1) will now fight replacement opponent Albert Morales (10-6-1) at Bellator’s upcoming May 7 event at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Morales steps in on short notice for Gallagher, who withdrew from the bout earlier this month due to a shoulder injury.
The change was first reported by MMA Junkie.
Gallagher explained on Instagram that he had hoped his matchup with Mix would be postponed so that he could keep his chances of fighting Mix and competing for a title later this year alive.