Irish MMA fighter James Gallagher is set to face a new opponent in his upcoming Bellator 298 bout following the unfortunate
Irish MMA fighter James Gallagher is set to face a new opponent in his upcoming Bellator 298 bout following the unfortunate withdrawal of Cris Lencioni. The promotion has now confirmed that James Gonzalez. Teammate of UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling, has stepped up to take on Gallagher in an exciting bantamweight matchup.
The fight is scheduled to take place on August 11 at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This development comes after Lencioni’s removal from the card due to his ongoing recovery from a cardiac arrest suffered during training in June.
James Gonzalez, a 32-year-old fighter with a record of 10-6 in mixed martial arts (MMA) and 1-1 in Bellator MMA. He has accepted the opportunity to face James Gallagher. Training alongside UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling at Longo and Weidman MMA in Garden City, New York. Gonzalez is familiar with high-level competition. He enters this bout as a likely underdog but has already proven his mettle with an impressive victory over the previously undefeated Cody Law at Bellator 282 in June 2022. Gonzalez’s inclusion adds an intriguing dynamic to the matchup, given his association with a top-ranked UFC champion.
James Gallagher, 26, will be making his comeback to the cage after a hiatus since his submission loss to Patchy Mix at Bellator 270 in November 2021. The talented Irish fighter was forced to withdraw from two consecutive fights due to injuries. Making his return all the more anticipated. Gallagher, with a professional record of 11 wins and 2 losses in MMA. He has established himself as a notable competitor within the Bellator promotion. Known for his grappling prowess and charismatic personality. He will be eager to get back into the win column and showcase his skills once again.
Unfortunately, Cris Lencioni’s health complications have necessitated his withdrawal from the Bellator 298 card. Lencioni, aged 28, suffered a cardiac arrest during training in early June, which has resulted in his hospitalization and ongoing intensive care. The MMA community rallied around him, with a GoFundMe campaign raising over $27,000 to support his medical expenses. While the latest update on Lencioni’s condition dates back to June 23, fans continue to show their support and hope for his full recovery.
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