In a Bellator featherweight grand prix field packed full of established names, one man is looking to deliver a statement of intent as he embarks on the most exciting chapter in his roller coaster MMA career. British star Saul Rogers kicks off his tournament campaign when he takes on Germany’s two-time title challenger Daniel Weichel on Saturday at Bellator 228 in Inglewood, Calif. And “The Hangman” says he’s heading into the grand prix not just as a dark horse, but as the most underestimated man in the tournament. Indeed, Rogers’ skills were the topic of a heated on-air debate during the Bellator 226 broadcast as former Strikeforce lightweight champion Josh Thomson and former referee-turned-fight analyst John McCarthy argued over Rogers’ wrestling credentials. Thomson sided with the Englishman, saying he had some of the best wrestling in the tournament, and Rogers appreciated “The Punk” arguing his corner.
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