The eight-man tournament field was finalized months ago, but it wasn’t until now we had any information regarding the inevitable alternates.
Last night following Bellator 192 at The Forum, Bellator President Scott Coker announced that Cheick Kongo and Javy Ayala would serve as alternates in the Bellator Heavyweight Grand-Prix.
Cheick Kongo, Javy Ayala announced as Bellator Grand-Prix alternates
Cheick Kongo (27-10-2) has won a very solid five straight fights, including wins over Augusto Sakai, Tony Johnson Jr.