Chael Sonnen parts ways with UFC, signs with Bellator

The bad guy is headed to Bellator.In what can only be described as a shocking turn of events, Chael Sonnen has signed a multi-fight contract with Bellator MMA after the UFC recently granted him his release. Terms of the release or the new deal were not immediately available.
MMA Fighting confirmed the news with both UFC and Bellator officials after an initial report by The Associated Press.Sonnen, 39, will enter Bellator with a 29-14-1 professional record, however, he has not fought since his No