Magomed Magomedov explains Bellator move, OK without Petr Yan trilogy

As he gets set for his Bellator debut, the only fighter to defeat Petr Yan has let go of thoughts of a trilogy.

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – [autotag]Magomed Magomedov[/autotag] spoke with MMA Junkie on Tuesday ahead of his fight at Bellator 254.

Magomedov (16-1 MMA, 0-0 BMMA) discussed his move to Bellator, where a win will land him in the bantamweight division, why he doesn’t mind that a trilogy fight with current UFC champ Petr Yan trilogy won’t happen, and more.

Watch the full pre-fight interview with Magomedov above.

Bellator 254 takes place Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena. The main card airs on CBS Sports Network following prelims streamed on MMA Junkie.

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