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 “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 Bellator 297. If he is victorious, it will mark the second time Freire has simultaneously held titles in two weight classes, as well as the third weight class where he has held a title.
