Legal settlement paves return of ‘Rampage’ Jackson to Bellator MMA
A lengthy legal dispute between mixed martial arts veteran Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Bellator MMA has been resolved, clearing the way for his return to the organization.
In a brief statement sent out Wednesday afternoon, Bellator confirmed a settlement had been reached.
"Following an amicable agreement to settle the litigation between the two parties, the always entertaining and exciting Quinton "Rampage" Jackson is returning to Bellator," the statement read.
Terms of the agreement were not disclosed and there was no word on when Jackson may return to action.
Jackson accused Bellator of breach of contract in December 2014 and announced he was leaving the promotion to return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He won a unanimous decision over Fabio Maldonado at UFC 186 in April despite the ongoing litigation with Bellator after an injunction preventing him from competing was overturned just days before the fight.
Jackson, 37, is a former UFC light heavyweight champion on a four-fight winning streak. He will now rejoin a crowded mix of 205-pound fighters in Bellator.
"Bellator MMA is thrilled to have "Rampage," one of the most recognizable fighters in the history of the sport, joining a very competitive light heavyweight division featuring champion Liam McGeary, Phil Davis, King Mo, Tito Ortiz, Emanuel Newton, Linton Vassell among others," the statement read.
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