Bellator 39 Features Eddie Alvarez vs Pat Curran

Written on February 19, 2011 by Markham Mencken

MMA fans are in for some good news, as Bjorn Rebney confirmed that the Eddie Alvarez vs Pat Curran fight is all set for Bellator 39.

Bellator Chairman and CEO, Bjorn Rebney, confirmed that the once canceled title fight between Eddie Alvarez and Pat Curran is now ready to take action. The lightweight bout pitting the two fighters will take place in Bellator 39 on April 2, at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, and will also air on MTV2.

Eddie Alvarez is carrying a six-fight winning streak and an 11-1 record in his past 12 fights. Two of his victories came via stoppage over Matt Lee and Joachim Hansen. Meanwhile, Pat Curran has four straight wins and a 6-7 record. He also punched his way in for the title match with notable wins from Mike Ricci, Roger Huerta and Toby Imada.

Two fighters with impressive fight record. To whom are you going to place your bet?

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