First loss changed Mandel Nallo’s perspective going into Bellator 249

Mandel Nallo doesn’t feel any less pressure to win now that his undefeated record is gone.

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – [autotag]Mandel Nallo[/autotag] spoke to MMA Junkie on Tuesday ahead of his fight with Saad Awad at Bellator 249.

Nallo (7-1 MMA, 1-1 BMMA) discussed his lightweight bout with Awad (23-13 MMA, 11-10 BMMA), rebounding from his first career loss, how the layoff from the coronavirus pandemic didn’t negatively impact him, and more.

Watch the complete interview in the video above.

Bellator 249 takes place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena. The main card airs on CBS Sports Network following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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