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Saturday night MMA breakdown: UFC 237 vs. Bellator 221

Saturday night showdowns between the UFC and Bellator seem to be more common than ever, a byproduct of the endless need for content from their digital streaming partners. May 11 continues the trend as the two promotions square off with comparable events stemming from various corners of the Americas. UFC returns to exotic Rio de Janeiro with a predictably Brazilian-heavy card, while Bellator travels to the gateway city of Rosemont, Illinois for the resolution of a long-held grudge.

Which promotion has the better card? Let’s break it down…

PRELIMS

UFC — There are some recognizable names to help kick off the night, most notably B.