“There are multiple reasons why I choose to fight for Bellator MMA and Scott Coker. One, they have given me the opportunity to develop and grow a business together. Two, because I already feel respected by the promotion as a professional athlete. And last but not least, because Bellator is offering a setup that no-one in the world can offer me.”

Canadian former mixed martial artist

Rory MacDonald is a Canadian former mixed martial artist who competed professionally from 2005. He fought most recently in the welterweight division of the Professional Fighters League and is a former Bellator Welterweight World Champion. Before Bellator, MacDonald was a top welterweight contender in the UFC, where he finished with a 9 to 4 record. He also challenged Robbie Lawler for the UFC Welterweight Championship at UFC 189, a fight later regarded as one of the sport’s best and recognized with induction for both men into the UFC Hall of Fame. He is also a former King of the Cage Lightweight Champion.