(Left to right) Scott Coker, Usman Nurmagomedov, Cris Cyborg and Liz Carmouche (image credit: Lucas Noonan / Bellator)

By FCF Staff

After months of speculation regarding the future of Bellator MMA, the Professional Fighters League has announced that it has acquired the promotion.

In addition to announcing the acquisition, PFL founder Donn Davis confirmed that a champions versus champions card will be planned next year. Bellator will be rebranded to the Bellator International Champions Series, which will operate under the PFL banner.

New MMA Global Powerhouse@PFLMMA acquires @Bellator

Our Fighter Roster Equal To UFC – Both 30% Top 25 World Ranked FIghters

PFL Launch Reimagined Bellator – Bellator International Champions Series

Mega-Event For Fans In 2024 – PFL Champs vs. Bellator Champs pic.twitter.com/Ma4YUl4AUi

— Donn Davis (@DonnDavisPFL) November 20, 2023

It’s being reported that fighters under Bellator contract will be eligible to compete in PFL cards and tournaments.