This Thursday, October 21, Bellator Fighting Championships offers the penultimate event of its third season, live from the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pa. The event is sure to produce some fireworks as Eddie Alvarez will face Roger Huerta in a lightweight super fight. Co-headlining will be the welterweight championship bout between Lyman Good, and season three tournament winner Ben Askren. MMA Spot's Jesse Denis recently caught up with the man that has become the face of the promotion, Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney. Denis spoke to Rebney about the promotion, got his opinion on the controversy concerning Bellator's Fox Sports Net television deal, Eddie Alvarez versus Gilbert Melendez, and much more.

After having his April debut scrubbed because of smoke-filled skies, Jim Wallhead is set to step into the Bellator cage this Thursday in Kansas City. Wallhead will face off with season two tournament participant Ryan Thomas, in a tournament eliminator bout, at Bellator 32. The winner will move on to the season four welterweight tournament which is shaping up to be one of the best in the history of the young organization. “Judo” Jim now sits down with MMA Spot to talk about his career, his opponent, and how he fights for his family.

Drew "Night Rider" Fickett has been competing in the sport of mixed martial arts for over 10 years. He has fought for the biggest promotions in the world including the UFC and Strikeforce, amassing over 50 professional fights on his record (40-13). Best known for his antics outside of the cage, he is looking to change that legacy, and is off to a good start. MMA Spot's Thomas Caldwell got a chance to catch up with the "Night Rider" to talk about the past, present, and future of one of the sport's most talented fighters.

Sevak Magakian is a mixed martial arts fighter with a sincere love for fighting and a talent for getting his opponents to submit in the first round. Competing  in and winning his first mixed martial arts fight at the age of 21, Magakian's strong entrance into the MMA world included a six match winning streak—all won by submission within the first round. The young Armenian's vicious submissions, aggressive personality, and years of training make him one of the most well-rounded fighters included in the cast of this season's "The Ultimate Fighter." MMA Spot's Breanna Armstrong recently sat down with Magakian to discuss being on the show, his future in the sport, and the determination behind his early success.

MMA Spot recently caught up with Matt Hughes protege and H.I.T. Squad standout, Matt Veach, who will be taking on British prospect Kenneth Rosfort-Nees at "Cage Warriors 38: Young Guns." He is best known for his time in the UFC, specifically for dominating Frankie Edgar in the first round of their clash at "The Ultimate Finale 10." Although he eventually fell short against the future champion, Veach showed tremendous potential. He is hoping that a win over the British lightweight is his ticket back to the big shows. We asked Veach about the current state of MMA, the anti-wrestler mentality being espoused by many fighters now, his comparisons to Matt Hughes, and more.

This week, Cleveland, Ohio’s Chris “The Assassin” Lozano will make his debut for Bellator Fighting Championships. He will be taking on UFC veteran Yoshiyuki Yoshida in an important tournament elimination bout. Lozano has stopped his first four opponents by first round knockout, and recently overwhelmed UFC/Pride vet Jason Dent. “The Assassin” took a break at the conclusion of his training camp to talk with MMA Spot about his up coming bout with Yoshida, the origins of his nickname, and what he is fighting for when the cage door shuts.

He drove eleven hours to “The Ultimate Fighter” season 12 tryouts. But, it is his drive and determination that makes Andy Main, from New Jersey, a fighter to watch for on this season of TUF. Andy, at the age of 21, is one of the youngest competitors on the show. But do not let his age fool you; Andy is bringing a unique work ethic, that reflects in his performances, into this season.

This season on "The Ultimate Fighter" Sako Chivitchian is stepping it up as a true competitor and is bringing his fun-loving personality to fight fans' on Spike. With an undefeated record of 5-0, Sako's nickname "The Armenian Psycho" perfectly describes how he handles his competition. He has been labeled as a cast member to watch for and with show's premiering, MMA Spot's Breanna Armstrong helps us get to know one of the more colorful personalities set for this season.

When Daiju Takase stunned the mixed martial arts world with a victory over Anderson Silva in 2003, many pegged the jiu-jitsu specialist as a serious contender. Unfortunately for Takase, many fighters now had him figured and refused to go to the mat with him. Takase was dropped from Pride Fighting Championships after losing three of his next five. Now more than a decade into his career, Takase is looking to make a name for himself in America. David McKinney was recently able to catch up with Takase through his translator for MMASpot.net.