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OFFICIAL BELLATOR 205: MCKEE VS. MACAPA RESULTS & DUAB

 

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Bellator 205 Main Card tau:

 

A.J. McKee (12-0) def. John Macapa (21-4-2) ntawm KO (punch) ntawm 1:09 ntawm puag ncig ib

 

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Rafael Lovato Jr. (9-0) def. John Salter (15-4) ntawm cuav (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm 4:27 ntawm puag ncig peb

 

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Veta Arteaga (5-2) def. Denise Kielholtz (2-2) ntawm cuav (guillotine caj pas) ntawm 4:24 ntawm round ob

 

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Patricky Pitbull (20-8) def. Roger Huerta (24-11-1, 1 NC) ntawm KO (punches) ntawm 0:43 ntawm round ob

 

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Preliminary Card tau:

Adam Borics (8-0) def. Josenaldo Silva (25-7) ntawm cuav (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm 1:46 ntawm puag ncig peb

Steve Mowry (5-0) def. Ben Moa (4-1) ntawm cuav (Americana) ntawm 2:40 ntawm puag ncig ib

Jarod Trice (4-0) def. Sean Powers (9-7) ntawm cais kev txiav txim siab (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Emilio Trevino (3-0) def. Sua Tuani (2-1) ntawm TKO (punches) ntawm 1:55 ntawm round ob

Vince Morales (8-2) def. Justin Hugo (3-5) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (30-25, 30-26, 29-27)

Johnny Nunez (7-1) def. Josh Wick (9-4) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)

Andrew Cruz (4-3) def. Nathan Stolen (8-4) ntawm cuav (arm bar) ntawm 3:41 ntawm puag ncig ib

Kyle Frost (3-0) def. David Rangel (0-2) via technical submission (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm 3:29 ntawm puag ncig ib

Bryce Edminister (2-1) def. Leon Taylor (0-1) ntawm cuav (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm 1:34 ntawm round ob

Stephen Stirewalt (2-0) def. Joe Aguirre (2-1) via submission at 2:13 round one

 

 

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OFFICIAL BELLATOR 203: PITBULL VS. WEICHEL 2 RESULTS & DUAB

 

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Full Bellator 203 Duab // Credit: Bellator / Lucas Noonan

 

Bellator 203 Scorecards

 

Bellator 203 Official Results:

Patricio “Pitbull” (27-4) def. Daniel Weichel (39-10) ntawm cais kev txiav txim siab (49-46, 48-47, 47-48)

*“Pitbull” retains Bellator featherweight world championship

Alessio Sakara (20-12, 2 NC) def. Jamie Sloane (8-5, 1 NC) ntawm TKO (ntaus) ntawm 1:19 ntawm puag ncig ib

Andrey Koreshkov (21-2) def. Vaso Bakocevic (33-18-1) via KO at 1:06 ntawm puag ncig ib

Alen Amedovski (6-0) def. Will Fleury (4-1) via KO at 1:39 ntawm puag ncig ib

Maxim Radu (9-1) def. Simone La Preziosa (3-5) ntawm TKO (ntaus) ntawm 4:50 ntawm puag ncig ib

Michele Martignoni (4-0) def. Simone D’Anna (4-2) ntawm KO (head kick) ntawm :06 seconds of round one

*Martignoni ties record for fastest KO in Bellator history

ALL ROADS LEAD TO ROME; BELLATOR HOSTS FIRST EVENT IN THE ANCIENT CITY ON JULY 14

PATRICIO ‘PITBULL’ DEFENDS FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE AGAINST DANIEL WEICHEL, WHILE ITALY’S ALESSIO SAKARA RETURNS TO ACTION

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IL CENTRALE LIVE ROMA – FORO ITALICO ALSO HOSTS BELLATOR KICKBOXING 10, WHERE TWO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE ON THE LINE

LOS ANGELES – Bellator is primed for a summer return to Italy, this time in the country’s capital city of Rome at the Il Centrale Live Roma – Foro Italico on Saturday, Lub Xya hli ntuj 14.

 

 

 

 

In a double main event, the card sees a rematch between Patricio “Pitbull” (26-4) thiab Daniel Weichel (39-9) for the featherweight title, as well as Italy’s most famous mixed martial artist, Alessio Sakara (19-12), kev noj nyob Jamie Sloane (8-3) ntawm lub teeb heavyweight. Bellator Romewill air on Paramount Network and marks the promotion’s first trek to Rome, after hosting multiple events in both Torino and Florence.

 

 

 

 

Kickboxing will also be on display, raws li Giorgio Petrosyan (85-2-2) seeks to become the inaugural Bellator Kickboxing lightweight champ when he meets Chingiz Allazov (53-2), while Bellator Kickboxing’s featherweight champion, Kevin Ross (45-13), will defend his crown against Gabriel Varga (21-6).

 

Bellator Rome will be broadcast Saturday, Lub Xya hli ntuj 14 free on Paramount Network at 9 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. I, while details about Bellator Kickboxing 10, including additional matchups will be announced in the coming days. Tickets are on sale now at Bellator.com and Oktagon.it.

 

 

 

 

“From the beginning of Bellator’s international expansion, Italy has always played an integral role in our growth,” Bellator President Scott Coker said. “Following successful events in the gorgeous cities of both Florence and Torino, it only made sense to bring a card to Rome, the home of the Colosseum, a city that has seen warriors do battle since 80 AD.”

 

 

 

 

“Pitbull” reclaimed the 145-pound championship by defeating Daniel Straus via unanimous decision in April of last year, notching his 14thBellator victory and becoming the winningest athlete in promotional history in the process. Nyob rau lub Xya hli ntuj 14, the 30-year-old Natal, Brazil-native will bring into the Bellator cage his impressive record of 19 stoppages in 25 opportunities against a man he has defeated once already, coming from behind on the judges’ scorecards to knockout Daniel Weichel at Bellator 138.

 

 

 

Quietly running rampant through Bellator’s featherweight division during his nine-fight promotional tenure, Daniel Weichel’s only Bellator defeat took place at the hands of his upcoming Bellator Rome tus nrog sib ntaus. Since the loss, Weichel has climbed the ranks once again, besting notable fighters within the division such as Emmanuel Sanchez, Georgi Karakhanyan and John “Macapa” en route to his current number one contender status. Tam sim no, with an opportunity to right the loss, “Drake” will take the two-hour flight from Germany to Rome, with the hopes of winning championship gold on his mind.

 

 

 

 

The pride of Italy, Alessio Sakara is set to make his fourth appearance for Bellator, a promotion where he has already defeated both Joey Beltran and Brett Rogers via knockout, as well as challenged for the Bellator middleweight title. Prior to joining the Viacom-owned organization, “Legionarius” spent the majority of his career with UFC, where he built his reputation as a powerful knockout artist. Nrog 33 fights as a professional, Sakara has collected 19 hauj lwm victories, kuj muaj 15 finishes and 10 first-round knockouts.

 

 

 

 

Sloane will be making his Bellator debut when he looks to play the role of spoiler in Sakara’s home country. With a winning record of 8-3, the BAMMA veteran has also made appearances at heavyweight and middleweight since beginning his professional career in 2014.

 

 

 

 

Referred to by his fans as “The Doctor,” Petrosyan is one man you do not want an appointment with. The top-ranked Armenian-Italian striking ace has put together an incredible 46-fight unbeaten streak, cultivating an extensive trophy case that includes multiple championship belts as well as “Kickboxer of the Year” accolades in both 2011 thiab 2012.

 

 

 

 

Currently in the midst of a 27-fight winning streak of his own, the 24-year-old Allazov has not suffered defeat since 2014, winning the K-1 super middleweight championship along the way. Hailing from Belarus, Allazov brings a Thai boxing style to the Bellator Kickboxing ring, a discipline that has helped him defeat fighters the likes of Bellator Kickboxing veteran Mustapha Haida, nrad lwm tus.

 

 

 

 

With four wins under the Bellator Kickboxing umbrella, Kevin Ross recently added the promotion’s inaugural featherweight belt to his already impressive list of accolades. Throughout his 58-fight career, Ross has previously held the WBC Muay-Thai USA welterweight, WBC Muay-Thai International super lightweight and Lion Fight super lightweight titles.

 

 

 

 

A two-time Glory featherweight champion, Gabriel Varga signed with Bellator in March of 2017, immediately making it clear that his sights were clearly set on competing against Ross. Italian fans may remember the 32-year-old Canadian from his Bellator Kickboxing 8 tsos, where he stopped Roberto Gheorghita in the second round of action.

Tshiab Bellator Rome Main Card:

Featherweight World Title Bout: Patricio “Pitbull” (26-4) vs. Daniel Weichel (39-9)

Light Heavyweight Feature Bout: Alessio Sakara (19-12, 2 NC) vs. Jamie Sloane (8-3)

 

 

 

 

Tshiab Bellator Kickboxing 10 Card:

Lightweight World Title Bout: Giorgio Petrosyan (85-2-2) vs. Chingiz Allazov (53-2)

Featherweight World Title Bout: Kevin Ross (45-13) vs. Gabriel Varga (21-6)

 

*Card subject to change

 

 

 

 

 

Please visit Bellator.com for additional information.

 

 

 

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Bellator 184: DANTAS VS. CALDWELL RESULTS & DUAB

COMPLETE EVENT PHOTOS HERE

Darrion Caldwell (11-1) yeej Eduardo Dantas (20-4) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (48-47, 48-47, 50-45)

 

Quote from Darrion Caldwell: "I have been waiting for this moment for my whole life. Darrion Caldwell is the Bellator bantamweight champion, that has a nice ring to it doesn’t it? I want to be an active champion, I want to bring some prestige to this belt. You’ll be hearing from me very soon.”

 

Emmanuel Sanchez (16-3) yeej Daniel Straus (24-8, 1 NC) ntawm cuav (daim duab peb sab caj pas) ntawm 1:56 ntawm puag ncig peb

 

Quote from Emmanuel Sanchez: “Since I signed with Bellator I’ve always taken on everyone Scott Coker has put in front of me. Nothing is changing now, so tell me, who’s next? It doesn’t matter what weight class, or who it is, I’ll fight anyone.”


Pat Curran
(23-7) yeej John “Macapa” (21-3-2) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (29-28, 30-27, 30-26)

 

Quote from Pat Curran: “It felt so great to get back inside the Bellator cage. This was the calmest, most composed I’ve ever felt while competing. Tam sim no, one job is done and I can focus on my other. But let me make one thing clear, I want that belt.”

 

Leandro Higo (18-3) yeej Joe Taimanglo (23-8) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

 

Quote from Leandro Higo: "Tonight was my first step towards getting back to where I belong. During my debut, I was filling in on short notice and unfortunately missed weight. Rau no sib ntaus, I made sure to come in at 135-pounds to show my commitment to becoming a world champion. It doesn’t matter who wins tonight’s main event, the bantamweight belt will be mine.”

 

Manny Muro (9-3) yeej Emmanuel Rivera (6-2) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Sean Holden (6-2) yeej Shakir McKillup (7-6) ntawm TKO (punches) ntawm 4:39 ntawm round ob

Carrington Banks (7-0) yeej Steve Kozola (8-1) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (30-27, 30-25, 30-25)

Chance Rencountre (11-2) yeej Justin Patterson (9-4) ntawm cuav (D’Arce choke) ntawm 2:58 ntawm puag ncig ib

Teagan Dooley (6-2) yeej DeMarcus Simmons (1-1) ntawm cuav (Americana) ntawm 2:12 ntawm round ob

Westin Wilson (5-2) yeej L.J. Hermreck (3-3) ntawm cuav (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm :55 ntawm round ob

Kendall Carnahan (6-1) yeej Daniel Carey (3-2) ntawm unanimous kev txiav txim siab (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

Ernest James (1-0) yeej Ray Jones (0-1) ntawm TKO (punches) 2:53 ntawm puag ncig ib

BANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPION EDUARDO DANTAS WINS FOURTH STRAIGHT FIGHT, DEFEATS BELLATOR NEWCOMER LEANDRO HIGO

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS – CREDIT BELLATOR/LUCAS NOONAN

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Hauj lwm Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duab Main Card tau & Quotes:

Eduardo Dantas (20-4) yeej Leandro Higo (17-3) ntawm cais kev txiav txim siab (30-27, 30-27, 28-29)

Eduardo Dantas Quote:

It was tough to stay motivated for this fight once he missed weight. There was nothing to gain whether I beat him fast or slow. It wasn’t for the belt, it wasn’t going to change my ranking in Bellator,” Dantas said. “Thaum [Darrion] Caldwell got injured, I asked Scott Coker to bring in tough bantamweights and they brought in a tough fighter, but you have to make weight. I train hard for several months, I don’t go out, Kuv qhia. It’s the very minimum you can do. You have to make weight. Be a professional. I don’t think Caldwell is injured. I think he just doesn’t want to fight out of America. I am looking forward to getting my hands on him.

Daniel Weichel (39-9) yeej John Macapa (21-2) ntawm cais kev txiav txim siab (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)

Daniel Weichel Quote:

Macapa is definitely a tough opponent. He was almost undefeated coming into this with only one loss and I took him as seriously as I can take an opponent. At this time I treat everyone I fight as if it’s a championship fight. I think he is one of the top featherweight opponents that I could face so I’m pretty happy that I was able to beat him,” Weichel said. “I have to give a big shout out to all of my friends and family that drove 17-18 hours from Frankfurt and Cologne to be here and support me. They’ve been there for me and believed in me since day one and it’s difficult for me to even put into words how much it means to have them in my corner. I have to thank Bellator for putting me on this card and giving them the opportunity to come and watch me fight. I’m hoping that Bellator brings me to Mohegan Sun next week and puts me cage side so I can see who I will get to beat up next when (Daniel) Straus and (Patrick) ‘Pitbull’ sib ntaus.

Lena Ovchynnikova (12-4) yeej Helen Harper (4-2) via doctor stoppage at 5:00 ntawm round ob

Lena Ovchynnikova Quote:

Before the fight I was a little bit nervous, and I felt that my first round wasn’t quite as good as I would of liked. But when the second round started she was going to feel my power and I knew that I would win,” Ovchynnikova said. “When the judges stopped the fight I couldn’t believe it. I was ready for a third round and I wanted to win with a knockout but we have what we have.

Adam Borics (6-0) yeej Anthony Taylor (1-3) ntawm cuav (rear-liab qab caj pas) ntawm 4:12 ntawm puag ncig ib

Adam Borics Quote:

When the fight started, I felt a great deal of pressure from the crowd and I was in a bit of a rush. It took me a while to settle down and regain my composure, but once I did that I was able to see the fight much better. I’ve been working on my striking with Henri Hooft and I really was hoping to win with a knockout, but I saw my opening for a submission and I was able to end the fight with the choke,” Borics said. “I’m very happy that I was given this great opportunity to represent Hungary in MMA. This is very important for me to support the development of this sport in Hungary. It is my plan to continue to be an ambassador for the sport here and to continue to bring victories like this in the future.

Brian Moore (10-5) yeej Michal Horejsi (5-3) via TKO at 3:57 ntawm round ob

Brian Moore Quote:

 

“Kuv yeej, really happy that I got the call back from Bellator. To be honest I begged for the call back because Bellator is where I want to be. I want to be signed with Bellator, I want to be a household name. I really believe I’m one of the better featherweights in this division. I was given a guy who is very unpredictable. I was patient in my approach but I cut him down and was able to finish him. Hmo no I wanted to make a statement with a knockout because my dream is to fight at Madison Square Garden. I want to open up the show. My teammate James (Gallagher) is already on the card and we’d put on a super camp together and we’d tear that place apart,” Moore said. “My hero, Sugar Ray Robinson used to own the Garden. I’ve watched every bit of footage I can get my hands on of Sugar Ray, he’s my idol. So to fight in the same arena as he has – and obviously my teammate Conor (McGregor) has fought there tooit would be a dream come true. But I want to open up the card and set the tone for the night because when you see a fighter that is as exciting as I am that’ll set the tone. Give me anyone, I don’t give a f-ck.

Mate Kertesz (3-0) yeej Patrick Szombat (1-3) via TKO at 4:37 ntawm round ob

DUAB & QUOTES FROM TODAY’S BELLATOR 177 & BELLATOR KICKBOXING 6 XOVXWM rooj sab laj

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EVENT SET TO TAKE PLACE Friday, PLAUB HLI 14 IN BUDAPEST

ADDITIONAL FIGHTER PHOTOS – CREDIT BELLATOR/LUCAS NOONAN

 

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – Several fighters from both Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duab thiab Bellator Kickboxing 6 gathered in Budapest this morning to speak with the media about their upcoming fights no hnub Friday night inside the Budapest Sports Arena.

Two titles will be on the line, as Eduardo “Dudu” Dantas defends his Bellator bantamweight belt against former LFA champ Leandro Higo, while Bellator kickboxing welterweight titleholder Zoltan Laszak takes on Karim Ghajji in a championship rematch.

 

Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duab will be broadcast Friday, Plaub Hlis Ntuj 14 on SPIKE at 9 p.m. THIAB/8 p.m. I, thaum lub sij hawm Bellator Kickboxing 6 will air immediately following the MMA portion of the event, pib thaum 11pm ET/10pm CT.

Hauv qab no, you can find quotes from today’s press conference.

Bellator Bantamweight World Champion Eduardo Dantas:

“Thank you to Bellator for supporting me and thank you Budapest for the opportunity.”

“I’m very happy to be here. I want to say thank you to my opponent for accepting this fight. And I’m ready to show you what I do best, which is to punch his face.”

Leandro Higo:

“Thank you to Bellator for the opportunity. Ua tsaug rau koj, Budapest, for the reception. I’m very happy to be here and I’m looking forward to putting on a good show no hnub Friday!"

“I feel no extra pressure because I’m here to do what I love, which is fighting. I’m looking forward to winning another championship belt.”

Adam Borics:

“I’d like to welcome all of you. This is one of the biggest opportunities of my life. I’m very much looking forward to the fight and I’m well prepared, so I can’t wait. I was fortunate enough to prepare for this fight in America with great professional coaches like Henri Hooft.”

“I’m ready. I can hardly wait for my arm to be lifted at the end.”

Anthony Taylor

“Welcome! Welcome! How’s it going? I am the “Pretty Boy”, the prettiest of them all. I definitely want to thank Budapest and Bellator for bringing me in. Ntawm chav kawm, I bring numbers, koj paub, so I’m expecting this should bring over a million viewers, hands down.”

“I want to thank you all for coming here and showing the support. We’re going to put on a showone hell of a show. We’re going to get these ratings up and have so much fun. Definitely.”

“Hands down, pound for pound, everyone knows I am the strongest 145-er in the division and if anybody stands in my way or stands in the middle of the cage and wants to bang with me, they’re gonna get knocked out. I kid you not! Anybody in the featherweight division stands toe to toe with me is going to get knocked out.”

“I’m not going to take nothing from this man. He has a 9-0 record so he’s definitely put in work. He beat up nine people, but it doesn’t mean he’s going to beat up me. I tell you that! But I give him credit because he’s coming out here and sacrificing his time and being away from his family to put in his work just as I am. We’re going to put on a show for all you fans out there and all you media out there.”

“You know in my eyes, this is the main event: The Hungarian versus the American. Everyone wants to see this fight. They want to see what is this man can do with a record of 9-0. He earned his wins and I respect him as a fighter. But after Friday he will be 9-1.”

Bellator Kickboxing Welterweight World Champion Zoltan Laszak

“I’d like to thank Bellator very much for this opportunity and I’m looking forward to this this rematch with Ghajji. This is a great chance to really entertain and I appreciate the support from all of the Hungarian fans. I feel their cheers and support every day.”

“This is the most important fight of my life because there has been much more promotion here in Budapest leading up to the event. I realize that most people in the arena will be cheering for me, and for Hungary. I’ve done my preparation and my homework. I’m excellently prepared and I’m looking forward to this challenge.”

Karim Ghajji

“Thank you for the rematch. It was a big mistake in the first fight. Now I’m going to make it right and bring the belt back home to France.”

“Two days before the first fight I was sick and I had dealt with injuries during that camp, but this time I had a great camp, I’ve prepared myself very well, and this will be an explosive fight on Friday."

Complete Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duab Main Card:

Bantamweight World Title Bout: Eduardo Dantas (19-4) vs. Leandro Higo (17-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Daniel Weichel (38-9) vs. John “Macapa” (21-1-2)

Flyweight Feature Bout: Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) vs. Helen Harper (4-1)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Adam Borics (5-0) vs. Anthony Taylor (1-2)

 

Preliminary Card:

Featherweight Preliminary Bout: Brian Moore (9-5) vs. Michal Horejsi (5-2)

Lightweight Preliminary Bout: Patrick Szombat (1-2) vs. Mate Kertesz (3-0)

Complete Bellator Kickboxing 6 Main Card:

Welterweight World Title Bout: Zoltan Laszak (83-2-2, 1 NC) vs. Karim Ghajji (23-5-1)

Middleweight Feature Bout: Joe Schilling (20-9) vs. Alexandru Negrea (9-2)

Welterweight Feature Bout: Raymond Daniels (10-3) vs. Gyorfi Csaba (20-5)

Women’s Featherweight Feature Bout: Jorina Baars (40-0-3) vs. Irene Martens (20-9-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Gabriel Varga (13-4) vs. Gabor Gorbics (30-10)

FOLLOWING INJURY TO DARRION CALDWELL, LEANDRO HIGO RECEIVES TITLE SHOT AGAINST EDUARDO DANTAS AT BELLATOR 177 IN BUDAPEST ON FRIDAY, PLAUB HLI 14

LOS ANGELES — (Lub peb hlis ntuj 14, 2017) – Following an undisclosed injury to Darrion Caldwell, budding superstar Leandro “Pitbull” Higo (17-2) will now challenge current champion Eduardo "Dudu" Dantas (19-4) in a bantamweight world title fight at Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duabinside the Budapest Sports Arena on Plaub Hlis Ntuj 14.

Nyob rau hauv tas li ntawd, John “Macapa”(21-1-2) yuav fim Daniel Weichel (38-9) in a featherweight contest and Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) raws li Helen Harper (4-1) at 125-pounds. Rounding out the Spike-televised MMA action will be a featherweight matchup pitting Hungarian-born Adam “The Kid” Borics (5-0) tiv thaiv Anthony “Pretty Boy” Taylor(1-2).

Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duabwill be broadcast on SPIKE at 9 p.m. THIAB/8 p.m. I, thaum lub sij hawm Bellator Kickboxing 6 will air immediately following the MMA portion of the event, pib thaum 11pm ET/10pm CT.

 

Complete Bellator 177: Dantas vs. Daim duab Main Card:

Bantamweight World Title Bout: Eduardo Dantas (19-4) vs. Leandro Higo (17-2)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Daniel Weichel (38-9) vs. John “Macapa”Teixeira (21-1-2)

Flyweight Feature Bout: Lena Ovchynnikova (11-4) vs. Helen Harper (4-1)

Featherweight Feature Bout: Anthony Taylor (1-2) vs. Adam Borics (5-0)

Preliminary Card:

Featherweight Preliminary Bout: Brian Moore (9-5) vs. Ludovit Klein (6-0)

Lightweight Preliminary Bout: Mate Kertesz (3-0) vs. Adam Polgar (10-8)