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Controversial Bellator MMA veteran Dillon Danis signs with GFL ahead of return to combat sports

Former Bellator MMA grappling talent, Dillon Danis appears to be edging closer to a return to mixed martial arts competition — signing a contract with the GFL (Global Fight League), where he will be eligible for tonight’s pre-event draft.

Danis, who has competed twice in professional mixed martial arts, boasts two victory in those outings, however, has been limited to activity since 2019 amid a series of recurring knee injuries.

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Controversial Bellator MMA veteran Dillon Danis signs with GFL ahead of return to combat sports 2

Yet to return to since featuring at Bellator 222 at a catchweight of 175lbs in a comeback fight in New York, Danis turned in a first round armbar submission win over Max Humphrey, following a prior toe hold submission win over Kyle Walker.