Bellator announces signing of Mike Goldberg, former UFC narrator

Goldberg will narrate Bellator events (Photo: Reproduction/ Facebook MikeGoldberg

The rivalry between UFC and Bellator is transcending the Octagon. Considered the second largest MMA organization in the world, the company led by Scott Coker announced, this Tuesday (13), the hiring of Mike Goldberg, former Ultimate narrator. According to the statement sent to the press, in addition to Goldberg, Mauro Ranallo, who made his mark narrating the extinct Pride, was also hired. Their debut in charge of the Bellator broadcast will take place on June 24th, at the event where Wanderlei Silva e Chael Sonnen will be the main fight of the show.

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“Mike Goldberg and Mauro Ranallo are two of the best in our business and I couldn't be happier about them joining the Bellator family. In addition to June 24th, we are committed to working together to make future broadcasts on Spike even more exciting for our fans as we add depth to the already exceptional commentary team we have,” said Bellator President Coker.

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Goldberg was the UFC's main narrator for 19 years. He debuted with the company in 1997 and stayed until the end of last year, when he was released after UFC 207. Ranallo became known for broadcasting the now-defunct Pride, when he was paired with former fighter Bas Rutten.