פורטלנד, מיין (פבואר 26, 2019) – קרבות ניו אינגלנד (NEF) תציג את אומנויות הלחימה המעורבות הבאה שלה (MMA) אירוע, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” באפריל 27, 2019 at Aura in Portland. Earlier today, the fight promotion announced the addition of a professional heavyweight fight to the card.“The Jamaican Shamrock” ראס “Rasquatch” הילטוןמתוכנן להתמודדCharles Penn.

At 6’6,” Ras Hylton is one of the largest competitors ever to step foot in the NEF cage. He started his amateur MMA career three years ago this month and went 3-0 prior to making his professional debut at “NEF 27” בפברואר 2017. Hylton has put together a record of 3-2 כמקצוען. He will be looking to bounce back from a loss to Yorgan De Castro (4-0) in an unsuccessful bid to capture the inaugural NEF Cruiserweight Championship at “NEF 36” בנובמבר האחרון.

Hylton trains with First Class MMA in Brunswick, Maine as well as Dragon Fire Martial Arts in Portland. He is a longtime practitioner of Taekwondo, a discipline in which he holds a black belt.

“I’m really grateful to be fighting in my home again,” סעיד הילטון. “After my humbling return late last year, it’s been a time of reflection on what is necessary for my success. Lucky for me, I have family in every part of my life. From home, לחדר הכושר, to the dojo, to my job, I’m constantly getting my motivation to do things better. Thank you for keeping me going, and helping me find excellence. It’s going to be a great year!"

Hylton’s opponent at “NEF 38,” Charles Penn, will be making his professional debut. Penn put together an impressive 6-3 record as an amateur competing throughout the Midwest. He now represents Hayastan MMA based in North Carolina.

האירוע הבא מעורב אמנויות לחימה של NEF, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” יתקיים בשבת, אפריל 27, 2019 at Aura in Portland, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.AuraMaine.com. ��