Dave Herman-Ricco Rodriguez at Bellator 28?

http://www.mmafighting.com/2010/07/24/bellator-offers-disgruntled-heavyweight-dave-herman-bout-vs-ric/

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Heavyweight prospect Dave Herman is currently embroiled in a breach of contract lawsuit against Bellator, but the promotion has made another attempt at reconciliation, offering him a Sept. 9 date against former UFC champion Ricco Rodriguez, MMA Fighting has learned.

Herman (16-2), signed with the upstart promotion nearly two years ago, yet has fought only once under their banner, earning a first-round TKO over Josh Barnes in May 2009.

Earlier this week, Sherdog.com reported that Herman has initiated litigation against Bellator, and the promotion responded with a countersuit of its own.

The 25-year-old is considered a rising star in the heavyweight ranks. Nicknamed "Pee Wee," the 6-foot-5, 240-pounder went 3-0 during a run in the now-defunct EliteXC promotion, earning wins over quality veterans Ron Waterman and Kerry Schall.

It remains unclear whether Herman will consider the offer, though a source with knowledge of the situation said Rodriguez has accepted the fight, which would take place in New Orleans.

However, it seems obvious that both sides would have to settle their legal differences before continuing the strained relationship. Herman told Sherdog that he'd be willing to hear any match offers and even fight under the Bellator banner again, but that the organization would at least have to pay his attorney's fees, which he estimates in the $30,000-$50,000 range.

Rodriguez, meanwhile, is in the middle of what appears to be a career resurgence. A onetime UFC heavyweight champ, Rodriguez went through a long period of personal turmoil due to substance abuse that was documented during his time on the VH-1 show Celebrity Rehab. Since the start of 2009, Rodriguez is 8-1, and is currently riding a seven-fight win streak. The 32-year-old is 43-11 during his 11-year career.

wow, Bellator has had Pee Wee this whole time? Man what's the hold up? Get that dude in the cage.

But Pee Wee vs Ricco, would be about 50x better then any previous Bellator HW bout.

captain organic wrote:

wow, Bellator has had Pee Wee this whole time? Man what's the hold up? Get that dude in the cage.

But Pee Wee vs Ricco, would be about 50x better then any previous Bellator HW bout.

Agree 100 percent.

Sounds like Bellator is going through some major financial shit

What is Herman's grievance with Bellator? Lack of fights?

http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Herman-Bellator-Locked-in-Legal-Battle-25797

Herman's beef.

That's a good fight. Hopefuly Ricco wins.

yea hope ricco wins