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It's official! Bellator MMA announces signing of former UFC welterweight title challenger Rory MacDonald

That'll do it. Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Welterweight title challenger Rory MacDonald is officially a member of the Bellator MMA stable. The promotion announced the free agent signing last night (Fri., Aug. 26, 2016) during its Bellator 160: 'Henderson vs Pitbull' broadcast.

The signing comes on the heels of UFC stating earlier this week that it would not match any offer extended MacDonald's way. UFC's decision may come back to bite them in the you know what considering MacDonald is not only one of the best Welterweights on the planet today, but's he a gigantic anchor in Canadian mixed martial arts (MMA).