Patrício “Pitbull” Freire is on the precipice of another defining moment. Freire, the reigning Bellator featherweight champion, challenges Sergio Pettis for the bantamweight title Friday at ...

Patrício “Pitbull” Freire believes that the Michael Chandler-Conor McGregor bout will take place this year. And he thinks it will play out in one of two ways.

Freire will attempt to claim a title in a third weight class when he faces Sergio Pettis for the bantamweight belt at Bellator 297. ... Inside Patrício Freire's drive toward uncharted territory.

Welcome to The Weekly Takedown, Sports Illustrated’s in-depth look at MMA. Every week, this column offers insight and information on the most noteworthy stories in the fight world.Patrício ...