Lahat, wearing his trademark blue hat, emblazoned with a Jewish star and his name, was one of five guests to meet the prime minister.Gozali posed for pictures in fighting stances with Netanyahu as the two 'sparred' wearing red and blue gloves, respectively.
Lahat and Gozali, with records of 11-3 and 7-4, respectively, co-headline Thurday night's fight, whose preliminary bouts will feature "many of Israel's up-and-coming regional talent," according to a press release. The fighters were joined by Bellator heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko (36-5, 1 NC) and Bellator brand ambassador Royce Gracie at the Knesset.Lahat will square off against Jeremiah Labiano (11-5) while Gozali will face Arsen Faitovich (4-1).Thursday's fight is Bellator's second show in Israel.