UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Bellator president Scott Coker says Dana White’s recent comments about ex-UFC fighters joining Bellator aren’t accurate. In August, a debate was sparked with fans and media alike when Coker proclaimed Bellator’s light heavyweight division is superior to its UFC counterpart. The comments came after Jon Jones vacated his UFC title to move up to heavyweight. White was amused and called Coker “cute” after making such a statement. White said the majority of Bellator’s 205-pound division, such as former champ Ryan Bader, and Friday’s Bellator 245 headliners Phil Davis and Lyoto Machida, were let go from the UFC at the company’s decision.

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Scott Coker responds to Dana White’s comments on ex-UFC talent in Bellator: ‘That’s a lie’ – MMA Junkie

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Bellator president Scott Coker says Dana White’s recent comments about ex-UFC fighters joining Bellator aren’t accurate. In August, a debate was sparked with fans and media alike when Coker proclaimed Bellator’s light heavyweight division is superior to its UFC counterpart. The comments came after Jon Jones vacated his UFC title to move up to heavyweight. White was amused and called Coker “cute” after making such a statement.

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Scott Coker responds to Dana White’s comments on ex-UFC talent in Bellator: ‘That’s a lie’ – MMA Junkie