Former UFC welterweight title challenger Rory MacDonald is heading to Bellator MMA after the UFC declined to match the contract offer MacDonald accepted from the California based mixed martial arts promotion.
The news of MacDonald signing with Bellator was initially reported by Flo Combat and an official announcement on MacDonald joining the Bellator roster is expected to be announced shortly.
MacDonald (18-4) is considered one of the best welterweight fighters and became a free agent following his decision defeat against Stephen Thompson in June at UFC Fight Night 89. While in the UFC, MacDonald went 9-4 and holds a decision victory over current UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley.