Acquiring the services of an athlete who’s graced the cover of Sports Illustrated is a big deal by any standard.
After an extended negotiation period, Bellator Fighting Championships
scored Roger Huerta for its second season of
tournament action – which begins April 8 in Hollywood, Fla. – in one of
its highest-profile signings to date.
Huerta was a breakout star of 2007 for his gutsy performances
inside the UFC’s octagon. The Las Vegas-based promotion was quick to
recognize his marketability and gave him a major push, which led to his
appearance on the cover of the renowned magazine.