MMA Xplosion Brings Fight Night X-citement
to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino MAY 22
“The Joint is an award winning venue to highlight the next generation of Mixed Martial Arts stars,” said Vlad Warton, MMA Xplosion co-founder and promoter. “We are thrilled about our new relationship with the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and look forward to sharing our exciting, high energy events with the fans on a regular basis.” Wharton’s MMA Xplosion partner, Rani John added, “Given the quality of the fight card, we are sure to please our loyal fans with ticket prices starting at just $25 dollars.”
Heavyweights Justin Wren (7-2) and Reggie Higgins (3-0) headline the outstanding nine bout professional Mixed Martial Arts card. Wren is a veteran of the TV show “The Ultimate Fighter” season nine. In the co-Main event, at 170 lbs., hometown favorite and six-time WEC veteran Blas “The Disciple” Avena (6-4) takes on Jorge Lopez (6-1) from Wanderlei Silva’s “Wand Fight Team.” Also at 170 lbs, Muay Thai phenom Chidi Njokuani (2-1) will battle two-time Penn State All-American wrestler and former NCAA boxing champion Eric Bradley (3-1). Njokuani is the younger brother of WEC fighter Anthony Njokuani.
The under card features former Centennial high school wrestling champion and local favorite Angelo “Anarchy” Antuna (6-1) facing Kyle Atkinson (1-2) in a thrilling 145 lbs. bout. At 155 lbs., Otis Ruiz (2-0) of Filipino MMA will look to continue his winning ways against Jason Trevino (2-3) of Xtreme Couture. At 170 lbs.,
Tickets range from $25 to $125 and are on sale now at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Box Office, (702) 693-5222, www.hardrockhotel.com or www.thejointlasvegas.com. The event is open to all ages. Doors open at
About MMA Xplosion
MMA Xplosion (www.mmaxplosion.com) was established in 2008. MMA Xplosion: The Next Generation Fighter is a Las Vegas-based promotions company that is committed to showcasing the best in Mixed Martial Arts.