Liam McGeary from Andover won a hard-fought fight in Connecticut last tonight (Friday 27th February) when he beat defending champion Emanuel Newton.
Liam became the new Light Heavyweight Champion and kept up his undefeated record with a unanimous points win of 48-47, 48-47, 48-46.
The 32-year-old former Andover resident began training in mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2009, before making his professional debut in 2010. He now lives and trains in New York.
For a full fight report, go to the MMA Fighting website or the Liam’s profile on the Bellator website.
So well deserved. Liam is dedicated to his sport. Proud to know him.
It’s always uplifting and inspiring to see anyone do good, but never more so than when they fly the flag for Andover