Exclusive: Indian MMA fighter Vikas Ruhil talks about his Bellator MMA debut

15 March 2024

Indian MMA sensation Vikas Ruhil is on the cusp of making history once again as he gears up for his Bellator MMA debut. Ruhil, who holds the distinction of being the first Indian fighter to compete in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), is set to face off against Ireland's Nathan Kelly in a Featherweight bout on the preliminary fight card of Bellator Champions Series Belfast on March 22, 2024.

In an exclusive interview conducted in Hindi, Vikas discusses his journey from PFL to Bellator, his upcoming bout against Kelly, and the rigorous training camp he underwent at Team Relentless in Mumbai, Maharashtra under the guidance of Coach Jitendra Khare.

After an impressive stint in PFL, where he faced adversity with a last-minute opponent change, Vikas is ready to showcase his skills on the Bellator stage. His opponent, Nathan Kelly, boasts an impressive record and poses a formidable challenge.

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The Bellator Champions Series Belfast promises to be a night to remember, with a lineup of thrilling matchups featuring some of the sport's top contenders. Headlining the event is a clash between number one Middleweight contenders Fabian Edwards and Aaron Jeffery, along with a battle for the vacant Bellator Light Heavyweight World Championship between Corey Anderson and Karl Moore.