Champ Ben Askren vs. Jay Hieron targeted for Bellator 56 title fight in Kansas City

One of the biggest title fights in Bellator history now has a date.

MMAjunkie.com today confirmed with sources close to the event that undefeated Bellator welterweight champion Ben Askren will meet recent tournament winner Jay Hieron at Bellator 56.

The event takes place Oct. 29 at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kan.