Bellator Fighting Championships Season 7 Episode 3 Bellator 76
- October 12, 2012
Bellator Fighting Championships season 7 episode 3, titled Bellator 76, features an exciting night of fighting with a card stacked with talented fighters. The event was held at the Caesars Windsor in Ontario, Canada, and was broadcast live on Spike TV.
The main event of the evening featured a featherweight showdown between Marlon Sandro and Daniel Straus. Both fighters were coming off losses and were looking to bounce back with a win. Sandro, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, had a wealth of experience, with a professional record of 22-4-1. Straus, on the other hand, was known for his wrestling prowess and had a record of 20-4.
The co-main event featured two lightweights, known for their striking ability. Former UFC fighter, Thiago Tavares took on Akop Stepanyan, who was making his Bellator debut. Tavares was looking to make a statement and show that he was still a top lightweight despite being released from the UFC. Stepanyan wanted to make a name for himself in Bellator and prove that he was a force to be reckoned with.
The card also featured two more featherweight matchups; Mike Richman vs. Jeremy Spoon, and Wagnney Fabiano vs. Akira Corassani. Richman, coming off a KO win in his previous Bellator fight, was looking to continue his winning streak. Spoon, an Oklahoma native, is known for his grappling abilities and was looking to use that to his advantage. Fabiano, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, was making his Bellator debut and was looking to showcase his ground skills. Corassani, a Swedish fighter, was also making his Bellator debut and was excited to put on a show for the fans.
In addition to these exciting fights, there were four more preliminary fights that showcased up-and-coming talent. These included fighters from across North America and Europe, all looking to make a name for themselves in Bellator.
Overall, Bellator 76 was an action-packed night of fights featuring world-class talent. With multiple debuts and fighters looking to bounce back from losses, it was one of the most exciting cards of the season so far. Fans tuned in to see their favorite fighters battle it out in the cage, and were not disappointed by the results. As the season continued, it was clear that each event would bring its own unique moments and memorable fights.