Bellator 91 to feature light heavyweight world title fight

According to a Jan. 7 report from 5th Round, Bellator 91 will feature an exciting light heavyweight world title fight between Christian M'Pumbu and Attila Vegh.

Bellator 91 is set for Feb. 28 at New Mexico's Santa Ana Star Center.

“I am extremely excited about this opportunity to defend my Bellator light heavyweight world championship,” M’Pumbu said. “I look forward to getting back in the cage and putting on a show for all of the amazing Bellator fans throughout the world. On February 28th, I will have my hand raised and remain Bellator light heavyweight world champion.”

Tickets for the event are on sale January 11th and range from $25-$90.

Tickets can be purchased at ComcastTix.com, Bellator.com or by visiting The Santa Ana Star Center box office.

The event will broadcast live starting at 8 p.m. MST on Spike, as well as in Spanish language on mun2. The preliminary card will be streamed live and free on Spike.com starting at 6 p.m. MST.

“This fight is all I am focused on,” Vegh said. “I’ve never worked harder for something in my life, and on February 28th, I will hold that belt and become the new Bellator World Champion.”

“Both Christian and Attila made incredible runs through their respective tournaments, and I expect nothing but fireworks on February 28th,” said Bellator Chairman & CEO Bjorn Rebney. “New Mexico’s own Orthrus Promotions is going to provide Bellator with tremendous support and we’re very excited to begin our partnership.”

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