Bamma secure Daley to a 3 fight UK exclusive deal
by John Haigh @JohnBJayHaigh
Former Bellator And UFC veteran Paul Daley signs one-year, three-fight deal with BAMMA. The British welterweight Paul “Semtex” Daley (33-12-2) has signed a one-year, three-fight deal with BAMMA. He announced the news on Tuesday via his Facebook page.
“Yes, I have signed to BAMMA. Exclusive to the UK, still expect to see me fighting around the world with other organizations, such as in November in Russia with LEGEND,” said Daley yesterday.
Daley was released from Bellator MMA on July 25 due to legal troubles stemming from a rumoured bar fight in his native England and visa issues that prevented him from travelling to the U.S. The new deal marks Daley’s return to BAMMA. The 30-year-old has previously fought twice for the British-based promotion, where he had trouble making weight both times.
“BAMMA’s 12 month/ 3 fight deal is suited to me perfectly right now, and I feel their international match ups appeal to hardcore fans, and the production and PR appeals to mainstream sporting viewers,” he wrote.
Daley is a former Cage Rage welterweight champion and has fought for the Strikeforce welterweight title and was a top contender at 170lbs in the UFC until he hit Josh Koscheck after the bell and was ousted from the UFC.
Daley is expecting to be on the as yet unannounced BAMMA 14 fight card in December.
“Right now my focus is on my next fight in November, but expect me to fight for BAMMA this year at a UK arena show in December…possibly."
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