Bellator 189 is in the books as the main event witnessed Julia Budd successfully defend her featherweight crown for the first time, as she realized a split decision victory over Arlene Blencowe in a rather lackluster rematch. The 7-0 Rafael Lovato Jr. continued his unbeaten streak in the co-main event, as he scored the unanimous decision victory over NCAA wrestling product Chris Honeycutt. Chidi Njokuani had a successful debut in the middleweight division as he picked up a unanimous decision over dangerous striker Hisaki Kato, earning 30-27’s on all three scorecards.
Bellator 189 results and highlights: Budd squeaks by Blencowe in underwhelming fight
